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CO HB1027
Bill
Status
Passed
3/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Katie Stewart
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AI Summary
- Adds BOCES executive directors to the list of PERA retirees who may return to work in education positions without losing retirement benefits, provided the hiring entity demonstrates a critical shortage and the retiree has relevant experience
- Retirees who retire before meeting full service retirement requirements under PERA must wait two years after retirement before being rehired by their last employer under this provision
- Defines "BOCES executive director" as an individual with executive authority for the administration of a board of cooperative services
- Expands the definition of "local education provider" for postsecondary and workforce readiness funding to include all boards of cooperative services, removing the previous requirement that they operate public schools
- Includes a safety clause declaring the act necessary for immediate preservation of public peace, health, or safety
Legislative Description
BOCES Definition & Executive Director
Education & School Finance (Pre & K-12)
Last Action
Governor Signed
3/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Education2/6/2026
Committee of the Whole1/29/2026
Education1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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