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Referendum L:

Age Requirement for Serving in the State Legislature

Summary

The Colorado Constitution currently requires a representative or senator to be at least 25 years old to serve in the state legislature. Referendum L lowers the age requirement 21.

RMFC position:

VOTE XX

Vote NO

RMFC position:

Vote YES

Position:  Vote YES

Blue Book:   Complete text of Referendum L (pdf)

Provided by: Legislative Council of the Colorado General Assembly

Referendum L proposes a change to the Colorado Constitution to:

• lowers the age requirement for serving in the Colorado state legislature from 25 to 21.
  

A 21-year-old is considered an adult under the law. If a candidate seeking office in the state legislature possesses the capability to be a good lawmaker, then the voters will have the opportunity to elect them regardless of age.