Larry Morandi

Larry Morandi was formerly director of State Policy Research with the National Conference of State Legislatures in Denver, and is a frequent contributor to Fresh Water News. He can be reached at larrymorandi@comcast.net.

Tourists wander through Colorado's State Capitol Sept. 17, 2019. Lawmakers sent a ballot question to voters this year asking them to approve a new tax on sports betting to help fund water projects. Credit: Jerd Smith

Colorado lawmakers OK $67M for water programs, cut tax break for “free” sports bets

May 15, 2025 by Larry Morandi

Nonfunctional turf ban, new water management tools for conservancy districts, and green infrastructure study get early okay from lawmakers

November 8, 2023 by Larry Morandi

Lawmakers seek answers from top Colorado River officials as critical talks begin

August 30, 2023 by Larry Morandi

Colorado State Capitol. Credit: Jerd Smith

Colorado lawmakers OK millions in new water funding, stream restoration rules and a Colorado River task force

May 10, 2023 by Larry Morandi

Colorado Capitol Dome, pictured here Jan. 30, 2019

Bills to create year-round water committee, explore water storage via snowmaking head to Colorado capitol

September 28, 2022 by Larry Morandi

New Legislation Brings Water Wins

July 20, 2022 by Larry Morandi

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