Colorado is in a very odd situation. Our legislators can’t raise taxes due to TABOR (Taxpayer Bill of Rights). Those are decisions left to voters, who often favor only the taxes they themselves do not pay. On the other hand, both the voters and legislators can cut...
Chaer Robert
Chaer Robert
An expert in policy advocacy and coalition building, Chaer leads CCLP’s work to help people meet their basic needs and expand economic opportunity. She also coordinates the Skills2Compete Colorado Coaliton and serves on the executive committee of the All Families Deserve a Chance (AFDC) coalition. Staff page ›
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CCLP Opposes Proposition 121: State Income Tax Rate Reduction Grows Inequities
CCLP STRONGLY OPPOSES Proposition 121, which would permanently reduce the state income tax rate for individuals and corporations from 4.55% to 4.40%. This decrease would reduce state revenues by almost $400 million per year. If state revenues fall too far below the...
2022 Legislative Wrap-Up
This year’s legislative session has been an intense one to say the least, but with many positive results for Coloradans experiencing poverty. Major priority bills required research, testimony and support from CCLP — as well as our partner organizations, and our...
Somewhere, a place for us…
Mobile homes are some of the last remaining affordable housing. In the face of increasing vulnerability, HB1287 could help protect them.
What you need to know about TANF and HB22-1259
Temporary Assistance to Needy Families became law in 1996. It's high time for a refresh.