The process of adopting, reviewing, and changing rules and regulations is a public one. We encourage your participation in our rulemaking process. Please see the information below for upcoming rulemaking hearings and how to submit comments.  You are always welcome to attend any hearings associated with the rulemaking process, and your comments and questions will be taken into consideration during the rulemaking process. 

We are committed to providing equitable access to our services, including the rulemaking process. Our ongoing accessibility efforts strive to align with the current Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version, level AA criteria and to comply with the accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

For more information, any questions you have, including accommodation requests or assistance in accessing our rulemaking documents and participating in our rulemaking hearings, please contact the Department Rules Administrator Christine Moreno via email christine.moreno@state.co.us or by phone 719-343-0995. 

All Colorado Department of Public Safety rules currently in effect are available on the Secretary of State’s Website(opens in new window)(opens in new window)(opens in new window).

The CDPS Regulatory Report of all rulemaking activities in the Department for calendar year 2023 can be found here in PDF format or here in docx format. This report includes cyclical rule reviews, new rules adopted, repealed rules, and amended rules adopted and includes a brief summary of the actions taken and the statutory authority, if applicable.

The CDPS Regulatory Agenda of all planned and anticipated rulemaking activities in the Department for calendar year 2024 can be found here in PDF format or here in docx format. This agenda includes cyclical rule reviews, planned rule amendments, and new rules authorized by statute. 

Proposed and completed rulemaking for the calendar year are listed below. Stakeholder notices include drafts of the the proposed new or amended rules along with invitations and information for stakeholder and public comments. Upcoming rulemaking hearing announcements include the draft of the proposed rules, information on the meeting time, date and virtual platform/link (hearings are held virtually unless otherwise noted), and invitation to submit comments before the hearing. Completed rulemaking hearings include the adopted rules, hearing exhibits, and hearing information. Rulemaking hearings are held to review and to update rules and regulations to remain consist with Colorado statutes, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and/or national criteria.

CDPS is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. As part of this commitment, CDPS will ensure reasonable accommodations are provided to enable all people to engage fully in our trainings, meetings and events. To request accommodations, please contact Rules Administrator, Christine Moreno at christine.moreno@state.co.us or by phone 719-343-0995, at least two (2) weeks prior to the hearing/meeting. Please contact Rules Administrator, Christine Moreno at christine.moreno@state.co.us or by phone 719-343-0995, if you need any of the materials translated into a language other than English or provided in an alternative format for accessibility.

The Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) proposes to amend rules 8 CCR 1507-30 Code Enforcement and Certification of Inspectors for Public Schools, Charter Schools, and Junior Colleges. The proposed amendments include updates to the lists of allowable projects under annual permits, updates to the definitions and division procedures, updates to the title of certified building inspectors and clarifications to the duties, roles, and expectations of the delegated building inspectors. The proposed rule amendments also address the Division's need to raise fees related to inspections and plan reviews.

The Division has submitted the proposed amended rules draft to the Office of State Planning and Budgeting for review and permission to proceed with the rulemaking process. We will update the information regarding this proposed rulemaking, including posting public hearing information and the proposed amended rules draft for public review and comment as soon as possible. We welcome public comments regarding this proposed rulemaking and on any of the Division or Department rules. For comments on the proposed rulemaking for 8 CCR 1507-30, please contact the DFPC rules liaison at dfpc_flsadmin@state.co.us or CDPS Rules Administrator Chris Moreno at christine.moreno@state.co.us or by phone at 719-343-0995.

• 8 CCR 1507-80 Public Safety Communications Trust Fund - July 31, 2024 2:00pm MDT

  The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM), Office of Public Safety Communications proposes to amend rules 8 CCR 1507-80 Public Safety Communications Trust Fund. The proposed amendments include correcting statutory citations in the definition of "fund" and in the Statement of Basic, Statutory Authority, and Purpose rule preamble document. The amendments also include correcting minor grammatical errors and updating the rule document format for accessibility.

  To prepare for this hearing, review the draft rules here in PDF format or here in docx format.

  This hearing is held virtually on the Google meet platform. Join the hearing by internet or by phone at (US) +1 314-649-4074 PIN: 992 431 646#. 

  All CDPS rulemaking hearings are recorded, including the list of attendees, as part of the rulemaking records. A transcript of the meeting is also maintained as part of the record.

  Pre-hearing exhibits will be posted here in PDF format no later than three (3) days before the hearing. Pre-hearing exhibits include documentation of stakeholder outreach, comments received, and responses, if any. All names, contact information, such as email addresses and phone numbers, and personally identifying information are redacted in pre-hearing exhibits posted on this webpage. Final hearing exhibits will include this redacted information as part of the permanent hearing exhibits record.

  Comments may be submitted in advance of the hearings to DHSEM Deputy Director, Jim Burack, OPSC Director, Pete Bangas, or CDPS Rules Administrator, Christine Moreno. Comments are also welcome during the hearing.

  Please submit any pre-hearing comments by 5 pm MDT, Monday, July 29, 2024.

  For more information about rulemaking at CDPS, please contact CDPS Rules Administrator, Christine Moreno at christine.moreno@state.co.us or at 719-343-0995.

• 8 CCR 1507-38 Regional and Statewide Mutual Aid System and Colorado Coordinator Regional Mutual Aid System - Friday, August 30, 2024 1:00 pm MST

  The Division of Fire Prevention and Control is promulgating new rules to establish the Regional and Statewide Mutual Aid System (RSMAS) within the Division of Fire Prevention and Control and for the appropriate implementation, operation, and maintenance of the RSMAS and the Colorado Coordinated Regional Mutual Aid System (CCRMAS) pursuant to Section 24-33.5-1235, C.R.S. The purpose of this rulemaking is to establish and Advisory Committee, rules for opting in and out of the system, and operating guidelines for the RSMAS and CCRMAS.

  To prepare for this hearing, review the draft rules here in PDF format or here in docx format.

  This hearing is held virtually on the Google meet platform. Join the hearing by internet or by phone at (US) +1 419-718-0940 PIN: 656 932 092#. 

  All CDPS rulemaking hearings are recorded, including the list of attendees, as part of the rulemaking records. A transcript of the meeting is also maintained as part of the record.

  Pre-hearing exhibits will be posted here in PDF format no later than three (3) days before the hearing. Pre-hearing exhibits include documentation of stakeholder outreach, comments received, and responses, if any. All names, contact information, such as email addresses and phone numbers, and personally identifying information are redacted in pre-hearing exhibits posted on this webpage. Final hearing exhibits will include this redacted information as part of the permanent hearing exhibits record.

  Comments may be submitted in advance of the hearings to DFPC Deputy Chief Wildland Fire Management Section, Paul Duarte, or CDPS Rules Administrator, Christine Moreno. Comments are also welcome during the hearing.

  Please submit any pre-hearing comments by 5 pm MDT, Tuesday, August 27, 2024.

  For more information about rulemaking at CDPS, please contact CDPS Rules Administrator, Christine Moreno at christine.moreno@state.co.us or at 719-343-0995.

• 8 CCR 1507-3 Firefighter and Hazardous Materials Responders Voluntary Certification Programs - Friday, November 8, 2024 3:00 pm MST

  The Division of Fire Prevention and Control proposes to amend rules 8 CCR 1507-3 Firefighter and Hazardous Materials Responders Voluntary Certification Programs. The proposed amendments include increased, additional and deleted fees related to the costs of administering the certification programs; updated minimum time to submit certification applications and fees prior to the scheduled examination; increased period for awarded certifications from 3 years to 5 years; updated titles, references, definitions, and divisional procedures; and minor formatting changes and grammatical error corrections. The rule document formatting has been updated to comply with accessibility standards.

  To prepare for this hearing, review the draft rules here in PDF format or here in docx format.

  This hearing is held virtually on the Google meet platform. Join the hearing by internet or by phone at (US) +1 314-325-4568 PIN: 456 317 277#.

  All CDPS rulemaking hearings are recorded, including the list of attendees, as part of the rulemaking records.  A transcript of the meeting is also maintained as part of the record.

  Pre-hearing exhibits will be posted here in PDF format no later than three (3) days before the hearing. Pre-hearing exhibits include documentation of stakeholder outreach, comments received, and responses, if any. All names, contact information, such as email addresses and phone numbers, and personally identifying information are redacted in pre-hearing exhibits posted on this webpage. Final hearing exhibits will include this redacted information as part of the permanent hearing exhibits record.

  Comments may be submitted in advance of the hearings to DFPC Professional Qualifications and Training Section Chief, Lisa Pine, DFPC Certification Manager, Marianne Maxfield, or CDPS Rules Administrator, Christine Moreno. Comments are also welcome during the hearing.

  Please submit any pre-hearing comments by 5 pm MST, Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

  For more information about rulemaking at CDPS, please contact CDPS Rules Administrator, Christine Moreno at christine.moreno@state.co.us or at 719-343-0995.

Virtually all state government agencies issue rules or regulations of some kind. Most rules and regulations exist at the direction of the state legislature in order to regulate certain business and personal activities. Rules and regulations exist because it's easier to update them, eliminate them, or alter them administratively than it is to pass new legislation as conditions change.

CDPS Protocol: How We Engage Stakeholders

Find out how the processes CDPS uses to engage stakeholder and how you can get involved by visiting our Stakeholder Engagement Protocol Page.

Stakeholder Engagement Protocol: How You Can Get Involved

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Learn About Rulemaking in Colorado

To receive CDPS regulatory notices, submit comments on CDPS Rules, and to request further information on CDPS Rules and rulemaking, please contact Rules Administrator Christine Moreno.

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