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Senate expands who may petition for extreme risk protection orders, passes SB4 after heated debate
Summary
The Colorado Senate on Feb. 2 passed Senate Bill 4, expanding who may petition a court for an extreme risk protection order (ERPO). Supporters called it a life-saving public-health tool; opponents warned of due-process and fiscal harms. Vote: 20–13.
The Colorado Senate passed Senate Bill 4 on final reading on Feb. 2, changing who may petition a court for an extreme risk protection order (ERPO). The measure passed by a roll-call vote of 20 ayes to 13 noes, with two senators excused.
Supporters said the bill strengthens tools to prevent harm from firearms. Senator Gonzalez urged colleagues to consider victims and prevention organizations, saying, “Extreme risk protection orders save lives.” Senator Danielson recounted family and community exposure to gun violence and school safety drills, calling the…
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