Colorado General Assembly

The Colorado General Assembly is the two-chamber state legislature with the House of Representatives holding 65 members and the Senate holding 35 members. Regular sessions run for 120 days starting the second Wednesday in January.

The first legislative session took place from November 1876 through March 1877 after Colorado became a state. The body shifted to annual sessions starting in 1950, moving away from the lengthy initial pattern.

The building reflects how state government operates in practice, drawing visitors who want to see their representatives at work. You can watch lawmakers debate and vote on issues that affect daily life across Colorado.

Public visits are welcome during sessions, and visitor galleries provide a view of ongoing debates from above. It helps to check when sessions are happening beforehand since they follow a set schedule.

In 1894, Colorado made history by becoming the first state to elect women to its legislature. This early step toward broader representation set the state apart as a pioneer in expanding who could serve.

Website: https://leg.colorado.gov

GPS coordinates: 39.73922,-104.98486

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:01