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SB 144

Modify Property Tax Lien Sales Treasurer Deeds & Fees

2026 Regular Session

SB 144 restructures Colorado's property tax lien sale procedures and fee framework, affecting county revenue collection and tax-delinquent property transfers.

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Bill Summary · SB 144

Legislative bill overview

SB 144 modifies the procedures and fee structures governing property tax lien sales and treasurer's deeds in Colorado. The bill adjusts how counties conduct these sales when property owners fail to pay property taxes, potentially changing the financial mechanisms and processes involved in transferring tax-delinquent properties.

Why is this important

Property tax lien sales are a critical mechanism for local government revenue collection and property title transfer. Changes to these procedures directly affect county treasurers' operations, property investors who purchase tax liens, and homeowners at risk of losing property through tax delinquency—making this relevant to both municipal finances and property rights.

Potential points of contention

  • Fee structures: Modifications to sale fees or administrative costs may benefit certain stakeholders (counties, investors, or distressed homeowners) while disadvantaging others
  • Sale procedures: Changes to how and when sales occur could affect investor access, transparency, or fairness in the bidding process
  • Homeowner protections: Alterations to redemption rights or notice requirements could impact vulnerable property owners' ability to reclaim tax-delinquent property

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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