Colorado · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 179: Public Health Employee Whistleblower Rights
Introduced Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 179 is a bill introduced in the Colorado Senate on April 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Public Health Employee Whistleblower Rights. Primary sponsor: Robert Rodriguez (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2026): Senate Committee on Business, Labor, & Technology Postpone Indefinitely.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Current law prohibits a principal from discriminating, taking adverse action, or retaliating against a worker who, in good faith, raises a reasonable concern about workplace violations of government health or safety rules. The bill adds the university of Colorado hospital authority and the Denver health and hospital authority to the definition of 'principal'. The bill further clarifies that any action or potential action arising under the law regarding worker rights related to health and safety is not subject to the limitations, notice requirements, procedural requirements, or liability restrictions set forth in the 'Colorado Governmental Immunity Act'. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Rodriguez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
“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 Business, Labor, & Technology Postpone Indefinitely
- Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Business, Labor, & Technology