Colorado has been one of the most progressive states regarding transgender rights, actively passing pro-LGBTQ+ legislation while rejecting anti-transgender measures. Under Democratic leadership, Colorado has established comprehensive protections for transgender individuals, particularly in healthcare, education, and anti-discrimination measures. The state serves as a safe haven for transgender individuals and families, similar to California, and has actively opposed restrictive legislation from other states.
Comprehensive Anti-Discrimination Law (2021)
School Safety and Anti-Bullying Act (2022)
Gender-Affirming Care Protection Act (2023)
Reproductive and Gender-Affirming Healthcare Access (2024)
Conversion Therapy Ban (2019)
Birth Certificate Changes (2020)
No Anti-Transgender Bills
Enhanced Protection Measures (2025)
| Name | Party | Chamber | District | Key Bills | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jared Polis | D | Governor | Statewide | Signed all pro-LGBTQ+ bills | Strongly supportive |
| Brianna Titone | D | House | 27 | HB 24-1039 | Transgender legislator, advocate |
| Julie Gonzales | D | Senate | 34 | SB 23-188 | Primary advocate |
| Leslie Herod | D | House | 8 | HB 21-1108 | Primary advocate |
| Steven Woodrow | D | House | 37 | HB 22-1153 | Primary sponsor |
| Date | Event | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Conversion therapy ban enacted | Colorado Legislature |
| 2020 | Birth certificate process simplified | Colorado Legislature |
| 2021 | HB 21-1108 (anti-discrimination) signed | Colorado Legislature |
| 2022 | HB 22-1153 (school safety) signed | Colorado Legislature |
| 2023 | SB 23-188 (healthcare protection) signed | Colorado Legislature |
| 2024 | HB 24-1039 (sanctuary state) signed | Colorado Legislature |
Note: Colorado has one of the most comprehensive sets of pro-transgender protections in the United States. The state's approach emphasizes inclusion, healthcare access, and anti-discrimination measures. Rep. Brianna Titone, one of the first openly transgender state legislators in Colorado, has been instrumental in advancing LGBTQ+ rights.
Last updated: April 2, 2026