House passes expanded wage-and-hour enforcement bill after extended floor debate

Apr 1, 2025

House Bill 1001, which broadens wage-and-hour enforcement and clarifies municipal enforcement options, passed the Colorado House following lengthy floor debate over liability for minority owners, public naming of violators and agency resources.

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The Colorado House passed House Bill 1001 on April 1 after hours of debate on amendments and policy scope. Sponsors described the measure as a tool to prevent wage theft across industries, while opponents warned it could overreach and hurt small businesses.

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