Colorado lawmakers have revived a union-related bill nearly identical to one the governor vetoed last year. The proposed Worker Protection Act would overhaul the state’s long‑standing Labor Peace Act by eliminating the requirement for two separate union votes. Supporters argue the change would make it easier for workers to organize and secure better wages and benefits, especially given Colorado’s high cost of living. Business groups oppose the bill, saying it removes an important safeguard that ensures all employees have a say in whether dues are collected. Despite the controversy, the bill passed its first committee vote along party lines.
See "Contentious Colorado labor union bill clears first hurdle at state legislature", Shaun Boyd, CBS, February 6, 2026