ADVOCACY
A free press.
An informed Colorado.
CPA represents Colorado news organizations at the Capitol and wherever public policy affects local journalism. We defend press freedom and public access, protect journalists’ ability to report and advocate for policies that help news organizations remain strong and sustainable.
OUR PRIORITIES
What we advocate for
CPA works with lawmakers, public officials and news organizations to protect the public’s access to information, defend independent journalism and strengthen the conditions that allow local news to serve Colorado communities.
Open government
We advocate for accessible public records, transparent government meetings and the public’s right to know what officials are doing.
Open-government resources from CFOIC ↗A free press
We defend journalists’ rights to gather and publish news, ask questions and report independently.
Explore CPA’s advocacy work →Public notices
We support independent publication of public notices and statewide access to information about government actions and community decisions.
Find public-notice routes →THE BUSINESS OF LOCAL NEWS
Standing up for the business of local news
Public policy affects more than what journalists can report. Laws governing advertising, distribution, employment and newsroom operations can determine whether local news organizations remain viable.
CPA works with lawmakers to identify unintended consequences, protect newsroom operations and bring publishers’ and journalists’ experience into policy discussions. Our members help identify emerging issues and shape our advocacy priorities.
PUBLIC NOTICES
Find or publish a public notice
Independent newspaper publication and statewide search help keep important public information accessible.
Find a notice
Search notices published in Colorado newspapers, including archived notices.
Search public notices ↗Publish a notice
Find newspapers that accept legal notices and their placement contacts.
Find a newspaper →AT THE CAPITOL
Representing local journalism at the Capitol
CPA works with Colorado news organizations to identify legislative issues, develop policy positions and bring the industry’s experience to lawmakers. Our advocacy includes public access to information, press freedom and policies affecting the ability of news organizations to serve their communities.
As the 2027 legislative session approaches, we’ll continue working with members to identify priorities and respond to proposals affecting Colorado journalism.
Our advocacy in action
2026: Public-notice legislation
CPA raised concerns about government-only publication of legal notices during debate over HB 26-1095. Read our February 2026 position for its original context.
Read the February 2026 position →2024: Open government and public access
CPA tracked legislation affecting public records, open meetings and access to child-autopsy information.
Read the 2024 session record →Have a public-policy or access question?
Find reporting and public-access resources, or contact CPA about a policy issue affecting your newsroom.