CO HB1051

Allows state and local public bodies to name a single finalist (instead of multiple finalists) for chief executive officer positions, with the list published at least 14 days before appointment.

Makes application materials of non-finalist candidates for chief executive officer positions exempt from public inspection under the Colorado Open Records Act.

Extends the non-disclosure protection to application materials of unsuccessful candidates for all other public employment positions.

Requires public bodies to allow inspection of demographic data (race and gender only) for interviewed candidates who were not named as finalists for executive positions.

Takes effect 12:01 a.m. the day after the 90-day period following final adjournment, subject to referendum petition approval by voters in November 2022.