§ 2-2-803 — Inclusion of tribal governments - definition

(1) As used in this
section, local government entities includes an authority, county, municipality, city
and county, district, or other political subdivision of the state; any institution,
department, agency, or authority of any of the foregoing; and any other entity,
organization, or corporation formed by an intergovernmental agreement or other
contract between or among any of the foregoing.

(2) On and after August 10, 2022, new or amended state statutes that
enumerate or define local government entities that are eligible for or included in
state grant or benefit programs must also designate tribal nations with jurisdiction
in Colorado as eligible entities, if legal and appropriate given the nature and
funding source of the program.

(3) A violation of this section is not grounds to invalidate a new or amended
statute; however, the statute shall be amended to reflect the provisions of this
section in any subsequent revision.

Legislative History

Source: L. 2022: Entire section added, (SB 22-104), ch. 218, p. 1431, � 1, effective August 10.