We analyze and share with you the financial implications of funding for education, including preschool, K-12, and higher education – and we share what it means for families, communities, and the economy in Colorado.
As President Donald Trump dismantles the U.S. Department of Education, questions are arising about what that means for Colorado school districts, which collectively received nearly $1.2 billion in federal funding in the 2023-24 federal fiscal year.
We’re pleased to announce our 2024-25 fellowship to advance game-changing research and conversations intended to further economic mobility and equity in Colorado.
Our policy team reviewed the 14 statewide ballot measures, discussed arguments for and against each question, and gave our recommendations for the nine measures that impact economic mobility.
The Bell Policy Center’s 2024 ballot guide is the result of Bell staff research and analysis, providing you clear arguments in favor and against each of the statewide questions on the ballot.
Over the past several years, Colorado has implemented a series of legislative actions to address rising property taxes, balancing relief efforts with the need to protect essential local services, particularly K-12 education, while introducing structural changes to stabilize future property tax revenue.
