Frequently Asked Questions

When does the General Assembly meet each year?
Colorado operates on a part-time, citizen legislator model. Therefore the General Assembly, which is comprised of both the House and Senate, only meets for 120 days a year. This happens between January and May of each year.

How many members are there in the General Assembly?
The Colorado General Assembly consists of 100 members - 35 in the State Senate and 65 in the State House of Representatives.

Who is my State Senator?
To find your State Senate District and State Senator please click here.

How do I contact my State Senator?
To contact a member of the Senate Republicans please click here. Otherwise, a full directory of Colorado State Senators is available at the Colorado General Assembly page

How do I send mail to my State Senator?
Please be sure to include your return mailing address, otherwise your letter will not be delivered

Name of Senator
200 E. Colfax, Rm 274
Denver, CO 80203

How do I know if my issue is a state or federal matter?
With the complexity of government it is sometimes hard to know whether your issue or problem should be addressed to your State Senator or your federally elected representatives. If you are unsure please contact our office and we will be glad to help you find a solution.

I need help regarding unemployment, driver’s license, etc. Who can help me?
Please contact our Senate staff at outreach@coloradosenatenews.com

Be sure to include your full name, mailing address and a day time phone number where you can be reached. In this email, please include a detailed explanation of the issue or problem you are facing; a description of any actions already taken or offices you have contacted; and any relevant documents relating to your issue or problem. By doing this, you will expedite the process and get much a quicker resolution.

Be advised all calls from the Capitol show up as either "blocked, unlisted or restricted." If you contact our office for assistance please be sure to answer any blocked or restricted calls.

How do I set up a Capitol tour?
Capitol tours are free of charge. For more information please click here or call the State Capitol Tourism Desk at 303-866-2604. You can take a virtual tour here.

Internship Opportunities
Interns are given the opportunity to work directly for a Colorado State Senator. They have the opportunity to research policy issues, draft letters to constituents, write tributes and press releases, attend committee hearings and legislative sessions, as well as get a firsthand look at the legislative process.

If you are interested in an internship with the Colorado Senate Republicans please email lori.brown@state.co.us for more details.

Flag Requests
If you would like to request a flag that a flag be flown at the Colorado State Capitol please email outreach@coloradosenatenews.com. Be sure to include the date you would like the flag flown, the name of the person who it is honoring and the occasion. Colorado flags cost $26.00 American flags cost $23.00. Checks can be made out to CCI and must be received before your order is processed.

I have an issue or question not answered here. Who do I contact?
If you need further assistance please contact our office and we will be glad to help you.

Is there a brief summary of each department in the state government>
The Senate Republican staff compiled a brief description of each state department along with their 2011-12 budget. The information is available by clicking here.

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