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Colorado Senate Bill 97 Aims to Decriminalize Prostitution
2/13/2026
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Story summary
- Colorado is considering Senate Bill 97 to fully decriminalize prostitution among consenting adults.
- The bill is sponsored by state Sen. Nick Hinrichsen.
- The American Civil Liberties Union of Colorado supports the bill.
- It would remove penalties for prostitution-related offenses and prohibit local laws against such activities.
- The bill faces opposition from Republicans and Governor Jared Polis.
