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, and full stack web developer. Brianna made history in 2018 as Colorado’s first openly transgender elected official when she flipped a Republican district and 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. Serving the community has always been my top priority.”

-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.

Politicians typically think about “what is good right now to help my election”. They think about their elections more than you. NOT Brianna. She’s a public servant, and she believes in forward pragmatic thinking. Working for solutions that last beyond tomorrow and past the time she is allowed to serve you. As HOA Board member and, later, President, she discovered their finances in poor shape. She worked with the Board to find ways of reducing costs and planning for the future. She took her meager savings when she arrived and grew it 10-fold to allow them to get better interest rates, reduce any future assessments, and retain property value.

"I’ve spent my life committed to community – and as a geological consultant, I learned how to bring together people from all walks of life to solve complex problems and get real results."

-Brianna

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 1 to 3 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. She’s won awards as an Undergrad, Grad Student, and in her first job out of school for her exemplary work ethic.

Brianna’s parents taught her sound financial practices at an early age. They were both public servant tax collectors (IRS and State of NY). They lived in the upstairs apartment at her grandparent’s home until her parents were given a portion of their property to build a home. Her Dad literally built the house she lived in with his friend over a coupe years because they couldn’t afford a builder. As public servants themselves, they didn’t make a lot, but they knew how to use their money wisely and taught those lessons to her. They paid only her tuition as she had to work to pay for her car, books, and everything else. She later worked as an environmental geologist, mining geologist, and a software developer, owning her own consulting business prior to running for office.

A Record of Service

Brianna learned the value of service as a teen, joining her volunteer fire department at the age of 16 and served until she went to grad school in 2001. 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. She wanted to serve her country as an FBI Special Agent, working toward that path but aged out prior to finishing the process when she turned 37. Her entire life was spent wondering, “how can I make the world a better place”. She has been realizing that dream as an elected public servant and wants to continue that work.

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

  • Helping Coloradans learn financial literacy

  • Finding innovative ways to utilize your taxpayer funds more efficiently and effectively

  • Protecting the Unclaimed Property Trust Fund from legislative abuse and getting your money back to you faster

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. Read more about it in Forbes.

  • 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 (winning an award from Colorado Concern).

  • Advanced Industries Tax Credits (HB25-1157) Helping grow jobs and the economy through investments right here in Colorado.

  • Committees/Caucuses/Boards

    • House Democrats Caucus Co-Chair

    • Joint Technology Committee, Chair

    • House Finance Committee, Vice Chair

    • House Appropriations Committee

    • Agriculture Committee

    • Health and Insurance Committee

    • Energy and Environment Committee

    • Co-Chair of the LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus

    • Co-Chair of the Arts Caucus

    • Board Member on the State Internet Portal Authority (SIPA) (Appointed)

    • Vice Chair of Colorado Artificial Intelligence Task Force

    • Member of the Future Caucus Artificial Intelligence Task Force

    • Member of the Energy Council (appointed)

    • Member of the Colorado River Forum (appointed)

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