MEET BRIANNA TITONE
Brianna Titone is a dedicated public servant and problem solver with a strong background in finance, technology, and leadership. A proud resident of Arvada for nearly 17 years, Brianna's journey to Colorado was driven by her career as a geologist. Since then, she has expanded her expertise through roles as a mining consultant, web application developer, and substitute teacher. Brianna made history as Colorado’s first openly transgender elected official when she won her seat in the State Legislature. If elected as Colorado’s next State Treasurer, she would become first openly transgender statewide executive-level official in the country, breaking new ground for representation while bringing a valuable skill set, trust, and dependability to all Coloradans.
“I have been a volunteer in my community since age 16 when I joined the volunteer fire department.”
-Representative Brianna Titone
Fiscal Leadership
Brianna is a fierce consumer advocate who has worked tirelessly to promote economic fairness for all. She championed groundbreaking "right to repair" laws, regulated artificial intelligence to prevent misuse, HOA regulations, and introduced price-gouging protections during emergencies. Her leadership on fiscal responsibility also includes expanding access to affordable housing and revitalizing communities through grant and tax credit programs. As vice chair of the House Finance committee and on the Appropriations committees she hears bills on a wide variety of topics and is a critical vote on all aspects of Colorado’s monetary requests.
“I have a lifelong commitment to my community and as a geological consultant I learned first hand how to work together with people to accomplish things.”
-Representative Brianna Titone
Early Life and Education
Brianna grew up in the Hudson Valley of New York, where her hard working parents and immigrant grandparents instilled the values of financial discipline, integrity, and service. Watching her parents work hard to provide for their family, Brianna began working at the young age of 14 - often holding a couple jobs at a time through college. She earned a BA in Physics and a BS in Geology with a Minor in mathematics, an MS in Geochemistry, and a MS in Information Communication Technology at the University of Denver, which she completed during her first campaign for public office. She also attended the Harvard Kennedy School of Executive Leadership for State and Local officials on a scholarship.
A Record of Service
Brianna learned the value of service as a teen, joining her volunteer fire department. As a state legislator, she has served as Chair of the Legislative LGBTQ+ Caucus, Chair of the Joint Technology Committee, and as a member of multiple committees focused on state fiscal policy and budgeting, energy, environment, and public policy.
Why Brianna is Running for State Treasurer
Brianna is running to be your Colorado State Treasurer because to protect and grow the state’s financial resources to benefit every Coloradan. She brings a clear, trusted record of delivering results and has the political courage to commit to putting the public’s best interests first. Her goals include addressing challenges posed by TABOR, ensuring the Public Employees’ Retirement Association (PERA) remains robust, and finding innovative ways to utilize your taxpayer funds more efficiently and effectively.
Brianna’s Key Legislative Accomplishments
Right to Repair (HB22-1031, HB23-1011, HB-24-1169): Authored and passed three bills, including the nation's first legislation on wheelchair and farm equipment repair, positioning Colorado as a global leader in electronics repair.
Artificial Intelligence Regulation (SB24-205): Sponsored the first-in-the-nation bill to regulate artificial intelligence, ensuring ethical and responsible use of AI technologies.
Limit on Rental Application Fees (HB19-1106): Championed legislation to cap rental application fees, alleviating financial burdens on prospective tenants.
Price Gouging Protections (HB20-1414): Implemented measures to protect consumers from exploitative pricing during emergencies.
Utilization of Unused State Property for Public Benefit (HB21-1274): Advocated for the repurposing of unused state properties to serve community needs.
Public Employee Workplace Protections (SB23-211): Enhanced protections for public employees, ensuring fair and safe working conditions.
Teacher Externship Program (HB23-1198): Giving teachers experiences in our local workplaces helps them excite students about what local careers and opportunities are in our state.
Community Revitalization Grant Program/ Tax Credits (HB22-1409, SB21-252, HB24-1295): This bill and two other similar bills aimed at helping main streets and downtown areas stay vibrant with the arts and housing. This was a wildly successful program used across the state.
Create User-friendly State Internet Rules Portal (HB21-1230): Helping Colorado businesses keep up with the changing regulatory environment through a central repository.
Advanced Industries Tax Credits (HB25-1157)
Committees
House Finance Committee, Vice Chair (current)
House Appropriations (current)
Agriculture Committee (6 years)
Health and Insurance (5 years)
Energy and Environment (2 years)
Joint Technology Committee, Chair (6 years, current)