Capitol Coverage

Cigar bars are still legal in Colorado. A bill aimed at closing a cigar bar loophole in the statewide smoking ban failed in the senate Tuesday. Bente Birkeland reports from Denver.
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Governor Ritter says he’ll sign a controversial proposal that would freeze property tax rates to fund public schools. Republicans say it’s a tax hike and unconstitutional unless it goes to a statewide vote. Bente Birkeland reports from Denver.
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A law that would reduce prison sentences for stealing cars, check fraud and other theft crimes cleared the senate chamber Monday. Proponents say the bill would save the state millions of dollars in prison costs. The measure now heads to the house for debate. Bente Birkeland reports from Denver.
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