Colorado State Capitol sees Republican walkout and legislative session highlights.

Republicans staged a walkout at the Colorado State Capitol after Democrats used an obscure rule to shut down debate and call a vote on a property tax relief bill. The bill needs voter approval and Democrats tied it to a bill changing how refunds are distributed so lower income earners get more money if they pass the property tax relief measure, which will be Proposition HH on the November ballot. Republicans were prepared to run the clock out on the bill, saying it would essentially eliminate refunds under Taxpayer Bill of Rights and use the money instead to backfill lost revenue to special districts and local governments.