Colorado · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 176: State Remedies for Constitutional Rights Violation
Introduced Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
SB 176 is a bill introduced in the Colorado Senate on April 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: State Remedies for Constitutional Rights Violation. Primary sponsor: Yara Zokaie (Democratic), Javier Mabrey (Democratic), Mike Weissman (Democratic), Julie Gonzales (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 4, 2026): Senate Committee on Judiciary Postpone Indefinitely.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
A person who, under color of any law, subjects, or causes to be subjected, another person to the deprivation of any rights, privileges, or immunities secured by the United States constitution is liable to the injured party for legal or equitable relief. A defendant may assert a defense of absolute or qualified immunity to the same extent as in certain federal actions alleging a deprivation of rights. An action alleging a deprivation of constitutional rights must be commenced within 2 years after the cause of action accrues.(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yara Zokaie | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 52 |
| Javier Mabrey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Mike Weissman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Julie Gonzales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 34 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Senate Committee on Judiciary Postpone Indefinitely
- Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Judiciary