PUC plans proactive meeting for towing industry ahead of new legislation

The Towing Task Force Meeting held on March 7, 2025, in Colorado focused on upcoming legislative changes affecting the towing industry. Participants discussed the anticipated implementation of a new bill, which is expected to become law in early August. The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC) plans to hold a stakeholder meeting to clarify the changes and their implications for towing carriers.

During the meeting, Miss Hanson raised concerns about the lack of clear communication regarding the bill's impact on the towing industry. She emphasized the need for timely notifications to ensure that towing companies can prepare for any necessary adjustments. The PUC acknowledged this concern and indicated that they would send out detailed information, including a summary of changes, to all active towing carriers ahead of the law's enactment.

The PUC aims to be more proactive this time compared to previous legislative changes, which caused confusion and uncertainty among towing operators. The commission plans to schedule the stakeholder meeting before the new statutes take effect, allowing for a thorough review of the legislation and its corresponding rules. This approach is intended to prevent the issues experienced two years ago, when many towing carriers felt unprepared for the changes.

The meeting concluded with a commitment from the PUC to enhance communication with the towing community, including collaboration with the Towing and Recovery Professionals of Colorado (TRPC) to disseminate information effectively. The PUC expressed hope that the upcoming meeting would encourage greater participation from towing carriers, aiming to improve understanding and compliance with the new regulations.