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Introducing CFI’s First Legislative Scorecard

June 17th, 2025
By: Colorado Fiscal Institute

For the first time ever, the Colorado Fiscal Institute is spotlighting six fiscal champions from the 2025 legislative session. This scorecard isn’t about winners or losers—it’s about recognizing leadership committed to real fiscal reform in a challenging environment shaped by TABOR and budget pressures.

Download the scorecard to see who’s ready to move Colorado forward.

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Introducing CFI’s First Legislative Scorecard

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Your support makes it possible for CFI to provide information that policymakers, community leaders, and residents need to make the best decisions for themselves and their communities.