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HB 1402

Transfer to Capital Construction Fund

2026 Regular Session

Colorado HB 1402 appropriates state funds to the Capital Construction Fund for infrastructure, building, and renovation projects across state agencies and institutions.

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Bill Summary · HB 1402

Legislative bill overview

HB 1402 transfers funds to Colorado's Capital Construction Fund, which finances infrastructure projects across state agencies and institutions. The bill allocates resources for building, renovation, and major maintenance projects that typically require multi-year funding commitments. This is a standard appropriations measure that directs state revenue toward capital improvements.

Why is this important

Capital construction funding directly affects the condition and capacity of public facilities—universities, state office buildings, prisons, and other infrastructure that Coloradans use or depend on. These investments influence economic activity through construction jobs and determine whether state facilities can accommodate growth or remain safe and functional. The size and scope of this transfer affects broader state budget priorities and tax revenue allocation.

Potential points of contention

  • Project selection and priorities: Disagreement over which projects receive funding (higher education vs. corrections vs. transportation, for example) and whether allocations reflect genuine needs
  • Fiscal sustainability: Debate over whether Colorado can afford this level of capital spending given other budget demands, pension obligations, and revenue constraints
  • Transparency and oversight: Questions about which specific projects are funded, their cost-benefit justification, and mechanisms to prevent waste or cost overruns

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

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