7 New Colorado Laws You Need to Know About for 2025

Several new laws are going into effect in Colorado beginning January 1st, 2025. How many of them are you familiar with?

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Changes are coming in 2025 as the state increases the minimum wage and the child car-seat age. Keep reading for an overview of all seven new laws below.

Hands-Free Driving Law

Hands-Free Driving Law: Beginning January 1^st, 2025, Colorado drivers cannot hold or touch their cell phones while driving. The first offense will cost you $75 and two license suspension points if caught. There are some exceptions for emergencies.

Child Safety Seat Regulations Law

Child Passenger Safety Law: New for 2025, Colorado's new child car seat requirement increases the age children are required to use a car seat from 8 to 9. Infants must now use a rear-facing car seat in the back seat until the age of two. All passengers under 18 will be required to wear a seatbelt no matter their seating position.

Cage-Free Egg Requirement Law

Cage-Free Egg Requirement: In Colorado, the new cage-free law will impact farms with more than 3000 egg-laying hens and requires them to provide at least one foot of floor space for each one. This new law does not apply to hens designated for slaughter or research.

Gun Storage in Vehicles Law

Gun Storage in Vehicles Law: In 2025, gun owners who travel with a firearm must safely store them in a locked, hard-sided container kept out of view. The vehicle must also be kept locked to ensure safety and stop anyone from gaining access to the gun.

Minimum Wage Increase Law

Minimum Wage Increase: The state minimum wage will rise from $14.42 to $14.81 per hour, with the tipped wage increasing from $11.40 to $11.79 per hour. Certain municipalities, such as Denver, have higher local minimum wages.

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Workers’ Compensation Enhancements Act

Workers’ Compensation and Benefits Expansion Act: Colorado will increase the max compensation for work-related injuries with an impairment rating of 19% or less will increase from $75,000 to $300.000. Workers can set up a direct deposit for compensation payments.

Health Care Worker Requirements in Assisted Living Facilities Law

Health Care Worker Testing Requirements for Assisted Living Facilities: Healthcare workers providing direct care in assisted living facilities will be required to undergo tuberculosis testing and fit testing for respiratory masks. Facility operators are responsible for overseeing compliance with these requirements.