CO SB031

Beginning July 1, 2027, alerting authorities must disseminate emergency alerts in English and in a predominant minority language when at least 2,000 or 2.5% of adult residents speak that language and speak English less than very well

Emergency alerts must be sent in the timeliest manner possible, use plain language, and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.)

The 911 Services Enterprise may distribute grants to municipal or county alerting authorities to implement language and accessibility services for emergency alerts, with the Enterprise Board determining grant amounts and distribution

The Colorado Broadband Office's technical assistance responsibilities are expanded to include wireless service deployment in addition to broadband

The state may provide assistance to counties, municipalities, and alerting authorities in implementing multilingual emergency alert requirements, and authorities are encouraged to conduct community outreach to inform people with limited English proficiency about available translation options