The presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump is the top of the bill, of course, but there are fourteen statewide ballot measures on the docket this year, too. And in Denver, voters will consider ten city measures as well as an RTD proposal.
There are many judges up for retention, too, along with all those races for the Colorado Legislature.
The legislature has created a handy Blue Book to help you deal with the statewide issues. We've been looking into those, too, along with the Denver measures. From sports betting to fur bans to school choice, we have the answers — or at least the information you need to arrive at your own answers.
Here's everything we know about what you need to know to fill out your 2024 ballot in Denver. And if you're not yet registered or didn't get your ballot, read this story first.
Statewide Initiatives Up for 2024 Election
Amendment G: Modify Property Tax Exemption for Veterans With DisabilitiesScroll through this ballot measures piece to get a general overview. (Hint: use ctrl+f on your keyboard, then search Amendment G.)
Amendment H: Judicial Discipline Procedures and Confidentiality
Find a summary of Amendment H and an explanation of why you're voting for judge retention in this story.
Amendment I: Constitutional Bail Exception for First-Degree Murder
Here's the background on this proposal.
Amendment J: Repealing the Definition of Marriage in the Constitution
Surprised that same-sex marriage is still banned in the Colorado Constitution? Here's why, and what this amendment will do.
Amendment K: Modify Constitutional Election Deadlines
Read more in this article. Spoiler alert: County clerks need a little more time to get ballots ready.
Amendment 79: Constitutional Right to Abortion
For a full explanation, check this story. You can also read opinion pieces arguing for the amendment and against the amendment.
Amendment 80: Constitutional Right to School Choice
Learn what this ballot measure would do and the pros and cons in this piece.
*note: all constitutional amendments will require 55 percent of the vote to pass.
Proposition JJ: Retain Additional Sports Betting Revenue
Find out why this measure was referred by the legislature here.
Proposition KK: Firearms and Ammunition Excise Tax
Check out Westword's explainer on what this tax would be used for.
Proposition 127: Prohibit Bobcat, Lynx and Mountain Lion Hunting
Learn what a study on how Coloradans think about carnivore hunting found, then read commentary from those in support and someone against the measure.
Proposition 128: Parole Eligibility for Crimes of Violence
Here's our background on this measure.
Proposition 129: Establishing Veterinary Professional Associates
Find out what a veterinary professional associate is and hear from both sides of the issue in this story; read a commentary in favor of the measure here.
Proposition 130: Funding for Law Enforcement
Get the scoop on how this $350 million fund would be created.
Proposition 131: Establishing All-Candidate Primary and Ranked Choice Voting General Elections
Figure out what this measure would change, as well as who is for and against Proposition 131. Plus, read this commentary urging a 'no' vote, another opinion arguing for a "yes," and learn about the man behind the measure in a March cover story.
Measures on Denver Ballot for 2024 Election
Referred Question 2S: Adding the Agency of Human Rights and Community Partnerships as a Cabinet DepartmentGet an overview of the ballot question in this story.
Referred Question 2T: Removing the Requirement for Police Officers and Firefighters to Be United States Citizens
Find out why Denver City Council referred this question to voters, as well as which city agencies support the measure, here.
Referred Question 2U: Expanding Collective Bargaining Rights to All Denver Employees
Find out why this measure is on the ballot in this story.
Referred Question 2V: Binding Arbitration for Firefighters Instead of an Advisory Fact-Finding Process
Firefighters are hoping to align with Denver's police and sheriff departments; find out more.
Referred Question 2W: Elected Official Salary Approval
This ballot measure changes less than it seems; read why here.
Initiated Ordinance 308: Banning Fur Products
Wondering what would actually be banned under this measure? Get the full list. Plus, here's a story about a campaign finance complaint related to this initiative.
Initiated Ordinance 309: Banning Slaughterhouses
Buckle up, because there's plenty of content related to the slaughterhouse initiative. First, we have an explanation of the measure and information on how it could impact the lamb industry. Both environmentalists and animal lovers have made the case as to why the ban should pass, while a Denver City Council member discusses the unfairness of the measure, which targets one business. Finally, a vegan satire artist from Oregon weighs in.
Ballot Issue 2R: Affordable Denver Half-Cent Sales Tax
Learn what this sales tax aims to do and how. Hear from supporters who think the measure will help the housing crisis and those opposed, who don't think the measure is specific enough to be effective.
Ballot Issue 2Q: Denver Health Sales Tax
Voters are being asked to consider a .34 percent sales tax to raise money for Denver Health. Hear from the CEO of Denver Health on why.
Ballot Issue 4A: $975 Million Denver Public Schools Bond
Read a summary on what the bond would do here.
Ballot Issue 7A: Extending RTD TABOR Exemption
Part of RTD's Taxpayer's Bill of Rights (TABOR) exemption expires in November. Learn about the choice voters have to make here, where you'll also find information on the RTD board of directors election.
Ballot Issue 6A: Downtown Development Authority Expansion
Only around 2,500 people are eligible to vote on this measure, which would fund improvements downtown. See how it works in this piece.
