Colorado · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1218: Clarifying Validity of Common Law Marriage

Enacted Last action May 5, 2026: Governor Signed

Plain-language summary

HB 1218 is a bill introduced in the Colorado House on February 17, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Clarifying Validity of Common Law Marriage. Primary sponsor: Michael Carter (Democratic), Brandi Bradley (Republican), Marc Catlin (Republican), Matt Ball (Democratic), Stephanie Luck (Republican), Cecelia Espenoza (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (May 5, 2026): Governor Signed.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Michael Carter (Democratic); Brandi Bradley (Republican); Marc Catlin (Republican); Matt Ball (Democratic); and 2 more. 1 co-sponsor.