As cost of living rises‚ Democratic lawmakers want new fees on everyday items
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As cost of living rises‚ Democratic lawmakers want new fees on everyday items

It's going to cost more to live and work in Colorado once Democratic lawmakers finish their work at the Capitol this session. State of play: The majority party is advancing legislation to increase fees on alcohol sales‚ rental cars‚ oil production‚ telephones and the purchase of tires — all to pay for various new programs that didn't fit into the $41 billion state budget. Why it matters: Given their breadth‚ just about everyone will feel the impact of the new fees at a time when the cost of...