Common Sense Institute Colorado
@CSInstituteCO
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Common Sense Institute is a non-partisan research organization dedicated to the protection and promotion of Colorado’s economy.
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Joined April 2015
Colorado’s climate goals come with a hidden price tag. A new @CSInstituteCO report finds that environmental policies have cost Coloradans $32B in output, $13.8B in personal income, and over 30,000 jobs. Here's the breakdown.
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For 15 years, CSI has been a trusted voice for Colorado’s economy by digging into the facts, cutting through the noise, and empowering Coloradans with knowledge. From shaping policy to informing public debate, our mission remains the same: research, report, and educate. Thank you
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How did the Colorado budget arrive at its current state? Healthcare regulations passed since 2019 add an extra $858 million in yearly state expenses. Meanwhile, enterprise fees grew 3,400% since TABOR passed and generated nearly $26 billion for the state in 2024.
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Weld County parents earning the average wage must work nearly 10 hours per week just to cover child care costs for one child. Learn more in CSI's full report:
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Colorado ranks 5th in the nation for highest infant care costs. In Colorado's ten most populous counties, monthly child care costs range from $911 to $1,645 per child, often exceeding 20% of household income—nearly three times the federal affordability benchmark of 7%. Learn
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Colorado ranks 5th in the nation for highest infant care costs. In Colorado's ten most populous counties, monthly child care costs range from $911 to $1,645 per child, often exceeding 20% of household income—nearly three times the federal affordability benchmark of 7%. Learn
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Despite voters passing Proposition 117 to slow fee growth, lawmakers created 10 new enterprises and expanded another—without voter approval. These moves cost Coloradans $124M last year alone. Read CSI's full report:
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Colorado is dead last in the nation for housing affordability - even surpassing D.C. Reasons for this ranking include:. - severe housing shortage.- rising homeowner workload.- continued permitting gap. Read all the insights in CSI's housing affordability update:
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In 2024, Colorado’s state enterprises collected $25.8B in fees—more than half the state budget. If that were covered by income tax, the rate would need to jump 41% to 5.98%. Learn more in CSI's full report:
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By 2040, electricity costs for Colorado households could increase by an estimated $6,400 to $9,280 cumulatively. As the state continues to transition its energy system, balancing clean energy goals with affordability remains an important consideration. Read @CSICaufield's op-ed
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Fewer people are moving to Colorado. Statewide net migration declined by more than 50% in the last decade. This change greatly affects Colorado's labor force growth and overall economic participation. Read the full report: .Read the article:
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Since 2017 the state has created/increased a number of transportation related fees but those fees aren't going to roads. Find out where those transportation dollars are going by reading our report:
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A review of the legislative history surrounding transportation funding in Colorado.
Mark Hillman: "Why can’t we have good roads? It’s simple: Those in charge at the state Capitol would rather discourage us from driving than use the taxes we pay to properly maintain our highways.".
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Since 1994, Colorado’s fee-based revenue has skyrocketed nearly 3,400%, while population + inflation grew just 196%. Coloradans are paying more and more—without voting for it. Learn more in CSI's new report:
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Did you know Colorado's education funding formula is producing fewer high-value credentials?. Dr. Caitlin McKennie writes about the relationship between the funding formula, performance bonuses, and credential output. Learn more by reading her op-ed in the @DenverGazette:
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Spending has exploded in recent years. From 2010 through 2025 total General Fund spending is up 135%. Over the same period, spending from All Sources increased 127%. Learn the facts by reading the full report:
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The Budget Forecast - $1.2 Billion Could Very Well Be the Tip of the Iceberg
Colorado’s budget is estimated to be short another billion dollars for the fiscal year that just started in July.
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Get ready for a busy fall! Join CSI in September for our next Eggs & the Economy where we'll be discussing everything from wolves to land and stream access. Click the link in the bio to register!
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With budget talks on the horizon, Colorado's healthcare spending will be on the table. The state spends more than others on public health - Colorado’s 2024 Medicaid spending per enrollee was $11,263, nearly $400 above the national average. Learn more in CSI's latest report by
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Without a slate of over 100 new healthcare laws passed in the last six years, Colorado’s widely-reported $1.2 billion shortfall would have been nearly cut in half. They added $858 million in new annual state spending, plus $271 million in private-sector costs through new fees and
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Downtown isn't the only district seeing an increase in crime trends. In 2024, Districts 2, 4, and 5 in Denver saw year-over-year increases in:. 🔥 Arson. 💊 Drug-related offenses. 👊 Aggravated assault. Learn more in CSI's full report:
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Curious how financial fraud is impacting Colorado’s economy? . Join us for The Fraud Factor. This free, must-attend event is only a month away and co-hosted by the @COBankersAssn. We’ll dive into the real cost of fraud and what it means for businesses, consumers, and our
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1,369 DNA kits remain in the states' 18 month backlog. Processing these kits will prevent:.- up to 1,030 sexual assaults.- 108 violent crimes.- 230 property offenses.- 113 drug/alcohol and public disorder crimes. Get the facts about Colorado's sexual assault kit backlog by
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