HB1357

Phase-Out of Teacher Recruitment Education and Preparation Program

Final Passage·4/27/26

Colorado HB1357 phases out the Teacher Recruitment Education and Preparation Program (TREP) by prohibiting new enrollments and repealing the program.

HB1357 repeals the Teacher Recruitment Education and Preparation Program (TREP) in Colorado, effective July 1, 2027. The bill prohibits the Department of Education from enrolling new students in TREP starting in the 2026-27 budget year. TREP is a program designed to prepare high school students for careers in teaching by offering postsecondary courses. The bill also removes references to TREP from various sections of the Colorado Revised Statutes, including definitions and funding provisions.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 63–0 · Jun 3
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

63 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 28

12:00 AM

House Second Reading Calendar

Apr 27

12:00 AM

Senate Second Reading Calendar

History

Jun 3

House

Signed by the Speaker of the House

Jun 3

Senate

Signed by the President of the Senate

Jun 3

Sent to the Governor