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Colo. Rev. Stat. § 24-76.5-101 Legislative declaration
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(1) The general assembly finds and declares that: (a) People who immigrated to the United States and live in Colorado are essential members of our communities; (b) Every day, the state benefits from the contributions of undocumented immigrants to our society. Immigrants hold jobs…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 24-76.5-102 Definition
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As used in this article 76.5, unless the context otherwise requires, "state or local public benefits" shall have the same meaning as provided in 8 U.S.C. sec. 1621. Source: L. 2021: Entire article R&RE, (SB 21-199), ch. 351, p. 2281, § 2, effective July 1, 2022.
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 24-76.5-103 Lawful presence consideration prohibited
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Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, pursuant to 8 U.S.C. sec. 1621 (d), on or after July 1, 2022, lawful presence is not a requirement of eligibility for state or local public benefits, as those state or local public benefits are distributed by any state agency, political su…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 24-76.5-104 Natural medicine consumption consideration prohibited - exception
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Consideration of whether a person performs or has performed an action that is lawful pursuant to section 18-18-434, article 170 of title 12, or article 50 of title 44 is not a requirement for eligibility for a public assistance program, unless consideration is required pursuant t…