While it was designed to limit government growth, TABOR has created significant barriers to addressing the needs of our state and its residents. As we face federal budget cuts and increasing demands on state services, TABOR hampers Colorado’s ability to backfill essential funding for programs and services.
At the Colorado Fiscal Institute (CFI), we understand the complexities of TABOR and its impact on everything from government transparency and accountability to economic resilience, local governance, and democratic processes.
This collection of resources is designed to help you, and your stakeholders, understand what TABOR is, why it’s a problem, and how you can take action to support reforms or repeal efforts. With this information, you'll be better equipped to engage in meaningful advocacy and share the facts with others, helping to foster a more sustainable fiscal future for Colorado.
Introducing TABOR Tots on TikTok—a fun and engaging series where CFI breaks down the complex world of the Taxpayer's Bill of Rights (TABOR) in short, easy-to-understand videos. In each episode, we explain key aspects of TABOR and its far-reaching impact on Colorado, from budget challenges to limitations on essential services. Never miss a video. Follow us on TikTok @coloradofiscalinstitute.
For a more detailed look at the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights (TABOR), this primer breaks down its fiscal impact on Colorado’s budget, state services, and local governments. We explore how TABOR affects economic stability and funding for essential programs, providing you with a clear understanding of its long-term challenges for the state’s financial future.
Our new weekly email series, where we serve up Tator-Tot-sized bites of digital content to help you explain why TABOR doesn't work for Colorado. Whether you're a legislator, grassroots activist, or just a concerned citizen who sees how TABOR has our state budget stuck in a crisis, this series is your go-to guide.
Why: Since 1992, we've been hoodwinked into thinking that the Colorado Taxpayer's Bill of Rights gives us control over our tax dollars, when in reality, it’s like handing lawmakers a set of handcuffs. TABOR keeps us from fully funding the services we all need, like education.
Why now: As you may have noticed, key federal programs are being slashed. But here’s the kicker—unlike other states, Colorado can't fill those funding gaps because of TABOR. Our deficit is only going to get worse until we confront the big, pink elephant in the room: an outdated law that wasn't built to adapt to the needs of a growing state. If you're ready to shake up the status quo and take on our tax laws, hit that subscribe button!
Want to dive deeper into TABOR reform? Visit our TABOR Insights page, where we explore the impact of TABOR and constitutional policies on Colorado’s budget, public services, and economy.
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