Colorado § 25-7-1501 - Legislative declaration.
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§ 25-7-1501. Legislative declaration.
(1) The general assembly declares that it is in the interest of the state to reduce and prevent air pollution from certain new heating and water heating appliances in order to:
(a) Protect the air that Coloradans breathe by reducing unhealthy levels of smog and ozone, which have hit record highs in Colorado in recent years and have disproportionately impacted low-income areas;
(b) Minimize health risks associated with air pollution, including respiratory ailments such as asthma and cardiovascular illnesses, which are linked to exposure to fine particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide;
(c) Assist Colorado counties in achieving attainment of federal ozone national ambient air quality standards;
(d) Improve the clarity of scenic views for purposes of facilitating enjoyment of Colorado's bountiful natural resources and maintain its reputation for high-quality outdoor recreation;
(e) Mitigate the effects of climate change;
(f) Contribute to the state's economy by building a trained and competitive workforce to install and maintain newly purchased appliances; and
(g) Ensure that the benefits of clean and healthy air are distributed to all parts of the state.
Source: L. 2023: Entire part added, (HB 23-1161), ch. 285, p. 1711, § 9, effective August 7.
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Section 25-7-1501 ("Legislative declaration.") is part of the Colorado Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Colorado. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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