CO HB1019

Repeals authority granted to the office of the governor by House Bill 25-1321 to expend money from the "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act" cash fund to defend against adverse federal action.

Eliminates specific powers including accepting gifts and donations, hiring personnel or contractors, and reimbursing the department of law for legal services related to federal government actions.

Requires the state treasurer to transfer $4 million from the cash fund to the general fund within three days of the bill's effective date.

Repeals the $4 million appropriation to the office of the governor for fiscal year 2025-26, with rollover authority through fiscal year 2026-27.

Declares a projected state budget deficit of $783 million for fiscal year 2025-2026 as justification for redirecting funds from federal defense purposes to essential state services.