C.R.S. § 39-22-1801

The general assembly hereby finds, determines, and declares that Special Olympics Colorado provides children and adults with developmental disabilities with a unique opportunity to build confidence and social skills through athletic competition. The general assembly recognizes that Special Olympics Colorado benefits all Coloradans by helping children and adults with developmental disabilities successfully integrate into society and become useful and productive citizens. The general assembly further recognizes that citizens of Colorado would be willing to provide additional funds to the Special Olympics Colorado program if given the opportunity. Therefore, the general assembly has enacted this part 18 to provide funding to the Special Olympics Colorado program through voluntary contributions on state individual income tax returns.