CO SB017

Limits evidence that district courts may consider when reviewing groundwater commission or state engineer decisions to only the evidence presented in the original administrative proceeding.

Requires district courts to review the administrative record including pleadings, applications, evidence, transcripts, exhibits, rulings, and the commission's or state engineer's decision and findings.

Prohibits parties from introducing new evidence on appeal that was not considered by the commission or state engineer during the original proceedings.

Aligns groundwater appeal procedures with the "State Administrative Procedure Act" by restricting appeals to the existing administrative record.

Makes the person initiating judicial review responsible for all costs associated with transmitting the record, including transcription expenses.