Sen. Morse's Aspen Leaf Lifetime Parks Pass bill signed into law

Wednesday, May 19 2010

Senator John Morse with constituent Hal Seiferd who brought him the idea for SB 71

DENVER— Governor Bill Ritter signed Senate Bill 71 into law today, creating a lifetime pass to all Colorado state parks for all of Colorado’s seniors. 

Hal Seiferd, came to his neighbor, state Senator John Morse (D-Colorado Springs), with the idea for this “Aspen Leaf Lifetime Pass” which allows all seniors to have unlimited access to the majesty of Colorado’s outdoors.  Under the new law, seniors, who represent a large proportion of people enjoying the state parks, will not have to renew park passes when they expire; instead they will be able to buy one affordable pass that gives them full access for life. 

Sen. Morse said, “I’m proud that this bill has passed and I’m pleased with the benefit that we’re giving seniors.  For all of the seniors on fixed incomes, this law will ensure that they can spend their golden years in the great outdoors. I would like to thank my neighbor, Hal Seiferd, who brought me this great idea.  It’s always great when constituents bring you great ideas for laws.”

Senator Morse stood with Governor Ritter at Cheyenne State Park in Senate District 11.

Currently, seniors can purchase a pass called the “Aspen Leaf”, which is valid for residents 64 years and older for one year. The current cost for the annual pass is $30; however the fee for the lifetime pass will be determined by the State Parks Board and will not exceed $150.