JBC: roughly $2 million available above 13% reserve after conference changes

Apr 28, 2026

JBC staff told the Joint Budget Committee that after conference committee actions and placeholder adjustments the General Fund outlook shows roughly $2 million available above the statutory 13% reserve for fiscal year 2026–27, though staff warned results depend on the June revenue forecast and TABOR status.

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The Joint Budget Committee’s staff reported that recent conference committee actions and placeholder adjustments leave about $2,000,000 of General Fund available above the 13% reserve requirement for fiscal year 2026–27. Craig Harper, JBC staff, summarized the committee’s recent changes and the net effect on the baseline budget.

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