AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCredit Cards & Tourism: Colorado’s lawmakers are pushing a bill that would limit interchange fees on the sales-tax portion of card purchases, but critics warn it could slash or erase rewards that drive tourism spending. Youth Mental Health: Western Colorado groups say the youth mental health crisis can’t wait, pointing to higher rural suicide rates, provider shortages, and longer waits for kids’ care. Energy & Public Lands: A new push to loosen federal oil-and-gas terms on public lands is drawing backlash from Colorado voices who argue it won’t lower prices and leaves taxpayers with a worse deal. AI & Kids: Gov. Polis signed Colorado’s first law restricting how AI chatbots can interact with children and teens, with advocates saying safeguards still don’t go far enough. Housing & Schools: Denver is rebuilding administrative staffing even as enrollment falls, while separate coverage highlights ongoing affordability pressure across the state. Local Development: In Denver’s RiNo, Formativ is moving ahead with another large apartment project near the A-Line, betting demand will absorb new supply. Water & Drought: Colorado River planning and drought response efforts continue as experts warn another dry winter could bring major economic and recreation impacts.
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