Bill
HB 25-1237
Overview: HB 25-1237, Soft Closing of Alcohol Beverage Establishments, was introduced in the House Committee on Business Affairs & Labor on February 12, 2025. The bill has been pos
Overview: HB 25-1237, Soft Closing of Alcohol Beverage Establishments, was introduced in the House Committee on Business Affairs & Labor on February 12, 2025. The bill has been postponed indefinitely.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to establish a "soft closing" requirement for alcohol beverage establishments in Colorado. The intent is to reduce noise and disturbances in neighborhoods by requiring these establishments to gradually reduce music volume and lighting levels as they approach closing time.
Key Provisions:
- Requires alcohol beverage establishments to begin a "soft closing" process 30 minutes before their legal closing time
- During soft closing, establishments must:
- Reduce music volume by 50%
- Reduce lighting levels by 50%
- Stop serving new alcoholic beverages
- Establishments that fail to comply would face fines and potential license suspensions
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Alcohol beverage establishments, such as bars, restaurants, and nightclubs, would be required to implement the soft closing procedures
- Residents living near these establishments may experience reduced noise and disturbances during late-night hours
- Local law enforcement may have fewer calls for noise complaints or other alcohol-related issues
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been postponed indefinitely in the House Committee on Business Affairs & Labor, indicating it is unlikely to advance further in the current legislative session.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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