HJR 1020 Colorado House · 2026 Regular Session

International Women's Day

This bill designates March 8, 2026, as International Women's Day in Colorado and acknowledges the historical and ongoing contributions of women to society. It recognizes women's achievements across various fields, including politics, business, and social movements, while highlighting Colorado's early history of women's suffrage and female leadership in state government. The resolution encourages continued celebration of this day and commits the legislature to supporting policies that promote gender equality and women's empowerment.

Bill status passed both 4 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Mar 2026

Committee Review

House Passage

Mar 2026

Senate Passage

Mar 2026

Governor

Introduced Mar 6, 2026 Last action Mar 17, 2026

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What changed between versions

Revised → Signed Act · 3 edits · Mar 17, 2026

MINOR

The bill was converted from a draft resolution into a signed act, finalizing its text for official adoption. The content was reorganized to improve readability and flow, with specific additions highlighting Colorado's unique history of women's suffrage and leadership. The core purpose remains the same: to officially designate March 8, 2026, as International Women's Day in Colorado.

Scope change

The scope of the bill remains unchanged; it is still a joint resolution honoring women and designating a specific date.

CONTENT

Added specific historical context regarding Colorado being a pioneer in women's voting rights and officeholding.

Included detailed recognition of specific Colorado women leaders, such as Arie Parks Taylor and Polly Baca.

TECHNICAL

Reformatted the text to remove line numbers and standardize the layout for the final signed version.

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions

Key actions

Committee

Mar 17, 2026

Upper · Passed

Signed by the President of the Senate

upper

Mar 16, 2026

Lower · Passed

Signed by the Speaker of the House

lower

Mar 13, 2026

Upper · Passed

Senate Third Reading Passed - No Amendments

upper

Mar 10, 2026

Introduced

Introduced In Senate - Assigned to

upper

Mar 9, 2026

Lower · Passed

House Third Reading Passed with Amendments - Floor

lower

Mar 6, 2026

Introduced

Introduced In House - Assigned to

lower

4 primary · 53 co-sponsors