Senate Approves Buckner’s Bipartisan Bill to Save Colorado Renters Money on Filing Fees

Written By Senate Democrats

DENVER, CO – The Senate today approved legislation sponsored by Senator Janet Buckner, D-Aurora, that would help save Colorado renters money on filing fees during eviction proceedings.

HB24-1099, also sponsored by Senator Byron Pelton, R-Sterling, would eliminate filing fees, including e-filing fees and service fees, for renters during an eviction proceeding, helping ensure renters are not prevented from advocating for themselves in the eviction process. 

“Fees associated with eviction proceedings make an already difficult situation even harder, and they should be eliminated,” Buckner said. “Renters facing eviction must have the resources to make their case and defend themselves, and by removing these fees we can help renters avoid default judgements and ultimately help keep more Coloradans housed.”

HB24-1099 will now move to the Governor’s desk for his signature. Track the bill’s progress HERE.

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