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SB 46

Property Tax Administrative Procedures

2026 Regular Session

Colorado SB 46 revises property tax administrative procedures including assessment and appeals processes, advancing state revenue and assessment administration systems.

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Bill Summary · SB 46

Legislative bill overview

SB 46 modifies administrative procedures related to property tax assessment, appeals, and collection in Colorado. The bill passed the Colorado Senate on third reading without amendments on February 25, 2026, after undergoing committee and floor amendments during the second reading process. The specific procedural changes likely affect how property owners interact with tax assessment offices and the formal appeals process.

Why is this important

Property tax administration directly impacts both individual homeowners and local government revenue. Procedural reforms can either streamline the system for taxpayers and assessors or create bottlenecks depending on implementation. Since property taxes fund schools, counties, and municipalities, changes here affect public service delivery across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Appeals accessibility: Changes to administrative procedures may make appeals easier or harder for property owners to challenge assessments, affecting burden of proof and timelines
  • Local government costs: New procedures could require additional staffing or technology investments by county assessor offices, raising operational expenses
  • Assessment transparency: Amendments might alter what information assessors must disclose or timelines for providing assessment justifications, affecting property owner knowledge and participation

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

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