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The Long Road to Colorado’s Current AI Law
4w ago00:38:08Tap to summarizePolicy debates over Colorado's comprehensive AI law have played out like an epic over the last two years—with working groups, competing proposals, volleying amendments, and now, SB 26-189, a much narrower replacement for the first-of-its-kind AI consumer protection passed in 2024. Tune in as Brownstein's Sarah Mercer, Jack Hobaugh, Josh Weiss and Sloane Whelan take a deep dive into the history of the state law and how we got to this point, what the replacement bill actually does, and how companies should engage in the policy process and balance compliance and liability before the bill takes effect in January 2027.
Transcribe →What to Know About Agricultural Conversion in California
Jul 1000:25:58Tap to summarizeAgricultural conversion is one of the most critical land use issues in California. Tune in as Brownstein’s Amy Steinfeld and Ginger Andersen dive into the topic, from thoughtful policies to how to protect agricultural lands, and what it means for the state, especially the Central Coast.
Transcribe →Planning for Success: Due Diligence for Master Planned Communities
Jun 100:33:24Tap to summarizeMaster-planned community development projects are becoming increasingly complex and time-consuming, making early planning even more vital to a successful project. Listen in as Brownstein's Greg Vallin interviews Brian Hart, director of engineering at Redland, on the ins and outs of master-planned community development, the difference in working with developers and landowners and critical due diligence steps.
Transcribe →Colorado Real Estate Legislative Wrap-Up
May 2701:12:53Tap to summarizeAs the 2026 Colorado Legislative Session comes to a close, the real estate industry is bracing for a new wave of change. Tune in for a Brownstein panel discussion unpacking the most impactful legislation passed this session and what it means for property owners, developers, investors and operators across Colorado.
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Section by Section the Trump Administration Rebuilds its Tariff Regime
May 1100:25:20Tap to summarizeSince the Supreme Court struck down the White House’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose unilateral tariffs, the Trump administration has moved quickly to preserve its economic leverage by pivoting to other trade authorities, including temporary duties under Section 122 and broader investigations under Sections 301 and 232. Our team unpacks how this strategy is taking shape, where the greatest risks now lie and what business leaders can do to protect their interests.
Transcribe →Shifting Ground: What to Know About Expansive or Unstable Soils
Mar 1200:35:34Tap to summarizeExpansive or unstable soils can be a difficult and expensive problem for developers and homebuilders, particularly along the Front Range in Colorado. Listen in as Brownstein’s Greg Vallin sits down with Hubert Farbes, partner at Garnett Powell Maximon Barlow & Farbes, to explain expansive soils, discuss lessons learned from recent litigation experience, and provide best practices for risk mitigation/litigation avoidance.
Transcribe →2026 Colorado Legislative Update
Feb 1000:24:23Tap to summarizeThe Colorado legislative session—which began Jan. 14 and will adjourn on May 13—is off to a slow start while a structural budget crisis looms over the Capitol. Tune in as Brownstein’s Sarah Mercer, Jia Meeks and Cooper Reveley discuss the state budget and other issues lawmakers are debating like housing supply and local control, AI and data center regulation, and energy policy, among others.
Transcribe →Appropriate Timing: Appropriations Legislation Enters the Home Stretch
Jan 2300:10:44Tap to summarizeAs 2026 kicks off, Congress looks to be on the brink of an impossible task: passing all FY 2026 appropriations legislation and avoiding a shutdown at the end of the month. However, the finish line has not yet been crossed, and policymakers must address potential obstacles in the House and Senate. Our team analyzes the status of funding bills, discusses possible last-minute dealmaking and outlines what to expect as negotiations for FY 2027 approach.
Transcribe →The Legal Implications of President Trump’s Tariff Policy
Jan 1300:15:31Tap to summarizeThe economic impacts of President Trump’s tariff policy have long overshadowed another possible headwind that faces importers, contractors and those reliant on global supply chains: the legal risk. Our team of trade and legal professionals goes beyond the Supreme Court case to discuss possible refunds if the courts rule against the White House, as well as what to expect from the White House and Congress through 2026 after a decision.
Transcribe →What to Expect in Colorado’s 2026 Legislative Session
Dec 1700:29:27Tap to summarizeThe 2026 Colorado legislative session kicks off Jan. 14—with legacy-building, budget battles and big policy debates ahead. Tune in as Brownstein’s Sarah Mercer, Jia Meeks, Cooper Reveley and Sloane Whelan share expectations and answer larger questions about what’s at stake heading into 2026.
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