Who can call a special session of the Colorado General Assembly?

The Governor of Colorado has the authority to call a special session of the Colorado General Assembly. This power allows the Governor to summon lawmakers to address urgent matters that arise between the regular sessions of the legislature. Special sessions are typically convened to handle specific issues that cannot wait until the next regular session, such as emergencies, budget decisions, or other critical legislative business.

This ability of the Governor to call a special session is enshrined in the state constitution and reflects the executive's role in guiding legislative action when necessary. While other figures within the government, like a two-thirds majority of the General Assembly, the Chief Justice, or the secretary of state, have important responsibilities, they do not possess the constitutional authority to convene a special session of the legislature.