US States
Colorado
Not Aligned
3Out of 9
Alignment: Colorado is broadly progressive-aligned, with most policy areas trending against conservative priorities.
Rating Criteria
| Criterion | Colorado Position | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Governor & Legislature | Democrat governor (Polis); Democrat-controlled legislature | -2 |
| Abortion | Reproductive Health Equity Act; abortion through pregnancy | -2 |
| Gun Rights | Magazine cap; red flag law; 2024 assault weapons restrictions | -1 |
| School Choice | Limited charter school growth | 0 |
| Border / Immigration | Sanctuary-adjacent policies | -1 |
| Taxes | Flat 4.4% income tax | 0 |
| Election Integrity | Universal mail voting; same-day registration | -1 |
| Religious Liberty | Mixed record | 0 |
| Health Freedom | No statutory protection against mandates | 0 |
Sources
Heritage Foundation: State PolicyHeritage Action ScorecardBallotpediaNCSL State LegislaturesDaily WireReutersAP News
Final score: 3/9 Not Aligned. Raw criterion score: -7 (of ±12 possible), scaled to the 1–9 rating system.