The proposed bill aims to modernize Title 35 of the Colorado Revised Statutes, which pertains to agriculture, by implementing two key changes:
Adoption of Gender-Neutral Language: The bill seeks to replace gender-specific terms with gender-neutral alternatives throughout Title 35. For instance, words like "chairman" would be updated to "chair," and pronouns such as "he" or "she" would be substituted with terms like "the individual" or "the person." This change promotes inclusivity and ensures that the statutory language accurately reflects all individuals, regardless of gender.
Updating Archaic Terminology: In addition to adopting gender-neutral language, the bill proposes revising outdated or antiquated terms within Title 35. This effort aims to align the statutory language with contemporary usage, making the laws more accessible and understandable to the public and those who work within the agricultural sector.
By implementing these updates, the bill strives to ensure that Colorado's agricultural laws are both inclusive and reflective of modern language standards.
Summary
Water Resources and Agriculture Review Committee. The bill
substitutes gender-neutral language for gendered language in title 35 of the Colorado Revised Statutes. The bill also updates archaic language in title 35.
