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CO SB026

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

3/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Marc Catlin

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the gross vehicle weight rating limit for vehicles subject to child restraint system requirements from 10,000 pounds to 16,000 pounds
  • Expands child safety seat laws to cover larger passenger cars, pickup trucks, vans, minivans, and sport utility vehicles
  • Continues to exempt motorcycles, low-power scooters, farm tractors, and agricultural implements from child restraint requirements
  • Takes effect August 12, 2026, assuming the legislature adjourns on May 13, 2026, and no referendum petition is filed
  • Applies only to infractions committed on or after the effective date

Legislative Description

Weight for Vehicles with Child Restraint System

Transportation & Motor Vehicles

Last Action

Introduced In House - Assigned to Transportation, Housing & Local Government

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation, Housing & Local Government3/3/2026
Transportation & Energy1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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