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Our Public Policy Work

We help bicyclists feel safe riding where and when they want by pursuing infrastructure, laws, funding, and education that protect vulnerable road users. Through tireless advocacy and collaboration with lawmakers and the community, we’re working to create a safer, more accessible biking environment for Coloradans of all ages and abilities.

Bicycle Colorado has been the voice for bicyclists at our state capitol since 1992, advocating for laws prioritizing the safety of people who bike and walk.

Laws We’ve Championed Over The Years

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Safe Routes To Schools

This legislation aimed to improve safety for children walking and biking to school by funding infrastructure projects (such as sidewalks and bike lanes) and educational programs. Over the years, the program has helped improve safety and encourage active transportation among school-aged children.

Three Feet To Pass

This law requires motorists to maintain at least three feet of space when passing bicyclists on the road, allowing them to cross a double yellow line when safe.

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Penalties for Serious Bodily Injury to Vulnerable Road Users

This law enhanced penalties for drivers who cause serious bodily injury to vulnerable road users.

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Safety Stop

This law improves safety for bicyclists at intersections by allowing them to treat stop signs as yield signs and stop signals as stop signs.

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E-Bike Rebates

To expand access to e-bikes, this law provides every Colorado resident with a rebate when purchasing an e-bike.

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Use Of Automated Traffic Enforcement

Speed cameras are one of the most effective ways to reduce speeding and resulting traffic crashes, fatalities, and injuries. This law created a pathway for local governments to expand the use of this technology.

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Motor Vehicle Driver Education Standards

This law enhances teen driver education and testing standards.

Protect Vulnerable Road Users

This law secured an additional $7 million annually for bike and pedestrian infrastructure.

Mobile Electronic Devices and Driving

This law prohibits the hand-held use of a mobile electronic device when driving, thus combating distracted driving.

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Protecting Vulnerable Road Users

Since 2018, 22 bike and pedestrian-friendly bills have been signed into law in Colorado.

How You Can Help

Be a part of the solution for safer biking in Colorado.

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Donate To Our Work

Donate today and you’ll be a member, funding impactful bike advocacy, education, and events throughout the state.

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Take Action

You can make a difference by speaking up for safer bicycling in Colorado. Your voice matters.

Get Involved

You can help events thrive, advocate for policies, and create a stronger, more connected bicycling community in Colorado.