A labor bill in Colorado, Senate Bill 5, is nearing passage, but Governor Jared Polis may veto it, sparking a political showdown. The bill, backed by Democrats and labor groups, would remove a rule requiring unions to pass two elections before negotiating dues and fees, a change opposed by business leaders and Polis. In response, the AFL-CIO has introduced a ballot measure requiring "just cause" for firings, while a conservative think tank has filed a competing right-to-work measure. Negotiations continue, but no compromise has been reached. If Polis vetoes the bill, unions may push for broader labor protections in future elections.
See "Colorado labor bill may launch a ballot-box arms race as Gov. Jared Polis’ veto decision looms", Seth Klamann, The Denver Post, March 19, 2025