Barbara Kirkmeyer

Barbara Kirkmeyer

Republican Party

Candidate, Governor of Colorado

Colorado State Senate District 23

Tenure

2021 - Present

Term ends

2029

Years in position

5

Predecessor: Vicki Marble (R)

Compensation

Base salary

$47,561/year for legislators whose terms began in 2025. $43,977/year for legislators whose terms began in 2023.

Per diem

For legislators residing within 50 miles of the Capitol: $45/day. For legislators living more than 50 miles from the Capitol: $238/day.

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

Next election

June 30, 2026

Education

Bachelor's

University of Colorado, 1980

Bachelor's

University of Colorado

Personal

Profession

Small business owner

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Barbara Kirkmeyer (Republican Party) is a member of the Colorado State Senate, representing District 23. She assumed office on January 13, 2021. Her current term ends on January 10, 2029.

Kirkmeyer (Republican Party) is running for election for Governor of Colorado. She declared candidacy for the Republican primary scheduled on June 30, 2026.^[source]

Kirkmeyer completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Barbara Kirkmeyer lives in Weld County, Colorado. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Colorado in 1980. Her career experience includes working as a business owner and dairy farmer.

Committee assignments

2025-2026

Kirkmeyer was assigned to the following committees:

• Senate Appropriations Committee
• Commission on Property Tax
• Joint Budget Committee

2023-2024

Kirkmeyer was assigned to the following committees:

• Senate Appropriations Committee
• Joint Budget Committee

2021-2022

Kirkmeyer was assigned to the following committees:

• Colorado Health Insurance Exchange Oversight Committee
• Statutory Revision Committee, Vice chair
• Senate Education Committee
• Senate Health and Human Services Committee
• Senate Local Government and Housing Committee

Sponsored legislation

The following table lists bills this person sponsored as a legislator, according to BillTrack50 and sorted by action history. Bills are sorted by the date of their last action. The following list may not be comprehensive. To see all bills this legislator sponsored, click on the legislator's name in the title of the table.

Elections

2026

See also: Colorado gubernatorial and lieutenant gubernatorial election, 2026

General election

The primary will occur on June 30, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. Additional general election candidates will be added here following the primary.

General election for Governor of Colorado

The following candidates are running in the general election for Governor of Colorado on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Stephen Hamilton (American Constitution Party)
	Submit photo	Kelsey Heikkinen (No Labels Party)
		Abass Yaya Bamba (No Labels Party)
	Submit photo	Shawn Bennett (Unaffiliated)
		Willow Collamer (Unaffiliated)
		Charles Evanson (Unaffiliated)
		Marla Fernandez (Unaffiliated)
	Submit photo	Danny Fish (Unaffiliated)
	Submit photo	Justin Ganoe (Unaffiliated)
		Chante Jones (Unaffiliated)
	Submit photo	Christian Komor (Unaffiliated)
	Submit photo	Marcus Marte (Unaffiliated)
	Submit photo	Jarvis Ray (Unaffiliated)
	Submit photo	Gregory Roebuck (Unaffiliated)
		Bradley Wall (Unaffiliated)
	Submit photo	Matthew Yearous (Unaffiliated)

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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Governor of Colorado

The following candidates are running in the Democratic primary for Governor of Colorado on June 30, 2026.

		Candidate
		Michael Bennet
		Carmen Broesder
		David Hughes
		Anthony Martinez
		William Moses
		Phil Weiser

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Governor of Colorado

The following candidates are running in the Republican primary for Governor of Colorado on June 30, 2026.

		Candidate
		Scott Bottoms
		Bob Brinkerhoff
		John Brooks
		Jason Ray Clark
		Brycen Garrison
		Stevan Gess
	Submit photo	Jon Gray-Ginsberg
		Joshua Griffin
		Barbara Kirkmeyer
		Greg Lopez
		Rabin Mahanty
		Victor Marx
		Will McBride
		Jason Mikesell
		Robert Moore
		Alex Mugatu
	Submit photo	Joe Oltmann
		Maria Orms
	Submit photo	Katie Pierce
		Jim Rundberg
	Submit photo	Mitchell Runyon
	Submit photo	Daniel Thomas
		Kelvin Wimberly

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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Robin Jones (R)
• Mark Baisley (R)

Endorsements

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2024

See also: Colorado State Senate elections, 2024

General election

General election for Colorado State Senate District 23

Incumbent Barbara Kirkmeyer defeated Joseph Bobko in the general election for Colorado State Senate District 23 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Barbara Kirkmeyer (R)	97.8	75,608
	Submit photo	Joseph Bobko (D) (Write-in)	2.2	1,731

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 77,339
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Colorado State Senate District 23

Incumbent Barbara Kirkmeyer defeated Natalie Abshier in the Republican primary for Colorado State Senate District 23 on June 25, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Barbara Kirkmeyer	72.0	14,564
	Submit photo	Natalie Abshier	28.0	5,671

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 20,235
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Endorsements

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Pledges

Kirkmeyer signed the following pledges.

• U.S. Term Limits

2022

See also: Colorado's 8th Congressional District election, 2022

General election

General election for U.S. House Colorado District 8

Yadira Caraveo defeated Barbara Kirkmeyer, Richard Ward, and Tim Long in the general election for U.S. House Colorado District 8 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Yadira Caraveo (D)	48.4	114,377
		Barbara Kirkmeyer (R)	47.7	112,745
	Submit photo	Richard Ward (L)	3.9	9,280
		Tim Long (Colorado Center Party) (Write-in)	0.0	99

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 236,501
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Matthew Payette (Independent)
• Steve Zorn (Independent)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Colorado District 8

Yadira Caraveo advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Colorado District 8 on June 28, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Yadira Caraveo	100.0	38,837

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 38,837
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Joshua Rodriguez (D)
• Chaz Tedesco (D)
• Johnny Humphrey (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Colorado District 8

Barbara Kirkmeyer defeated Jan Kulmann, Lori Saine, and Tyler Allcorn in the Republican primary for U.S. House Colorado District 8 on June 28, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Barbara Kirkmeyer	39.0	22,724
		Jan Kulmann	23.0	13,398
		Lori Saine	21.2	12,357
		Tyler Allcorn	16.7	9,743

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 58,222
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Joshua Rodriguez (R)
• Jewels Gray (R)
• Ryan Gonzalez (R)

2020

See also: Colorado State Senate elections, 2020

General election

General election for Colorado State Senate District 23

Barbara Kirkmeyer defeated Sally Boccella in the general election for Colorado State Senate District 23 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Barbara Kirkmeyer (R)	55.1	71,570
		Sally Boccella (D)	44.9	58,227

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 129,797
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Matthew DiGiallonardo (L)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Colorado State Senate District 23

Sally Boccella defeated Galina Nicoll in the Democratic primary for Colorado State Senate District 23 on June 30, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Sally Boccella	55.6	16,649
		Galina Nicoll	44.4	13,295

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 29,944
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Colorado State Senate District 23

Barbara Kirkmeyer defeated Rupert Parchment in the Republican primary for Colorado State Senate District 23 on June 30, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Barbara Kirkmeyer	55.2	15,209
		Rupert Parchment	44.8	12,326

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 27,535
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Karl Honegger (R)

Libertarian convention

Libertarian convention for Colorado State Senate District 23

Matthew DiGiallonardo advanced from the Libertarian convention for Colorado State Senate District 23 on April 13, 2020.

		Candidate
✔	Submit photo	Matthew DiGiallonardo (L)

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2014

See also: Colorado's 4th Congressional District elections, 2014

Kirkmeyer ran in the 2014 election for the U.S. House to represent Colorado's 4th District. Kirkmeyer was defeated by Ken Buck in the Republican primary on June 24, 2014.

U.S. House, Colorado District 4 Republican Primary, 2014

Candidate	Vote %	Votes
Ken Buck	44.2%	32,714
Scott Renfroe	23.9%	17,722
Barbara Kirkmeyer	16.4%	12,155
Steve Laffey	15.4%	11,433
Total Votes		74,024
Source: Colorado Secretary of State

Campaign themes

2026

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Barbara Kirkmeyer completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Kirkmeyer's responses.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Barb Kirkmeyer is a 4th generation Coloradan, Mom, and small businesswoman. Barb has a record of delivering meaningful results for her community as a State Senator and a Weld County Commissioner.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• To Address Colorado's Affordability crisis, Barb will:

  -Lower Insurance by increasing competition, reducing mandates, and reining in lawsuit abuse. L -Lower Grocery and Home construction costs by repealing onerous regulations and increasing water supply. -Create a “Regulatory Bill of Rights” that holds State Agencies accountable for the private sector costs from new regulations. -Pursue a “Best of the Above” energy plan that will lower prices and power new jobs. “Best of the Above” means the most cost-effective, substantial and ready-to-go energy solutions for Colorado.

  -Stop the bureaucratic growth in government that that’s leading to more taxes and fees.
• To Address Colorado's Public Safety problems, Barb will: Support law enforcement. Strengthen drug laws and sentencing. Equip Schools with security and technology to prevent attacks. Ensure roads and bridges are safe. Ensure Every Community has access to a Hospital.
• To Rebuild Colorado's unravelling infrastructure, Barb will: -Nearly double road maintenance and construction funding by focusing $6 billion in four years, $10 billion in 8 years, without raising taxes. -Restore CDOT to its mission of maintaining our roads to a high standard of safety. -Support bottom-up transportation planning, by removing Denver bureaucrats' influence over regional planning. -Support reservoir expansions and other water projects that increase water storage.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

As a member of the Joint Budget Committee, Barb is passionate about a state government that keeps its eye on the ball, meeting the needs of its citizens efficiently and effectively. She wants Colorado Government to do the basics, and do them well, rather than distract agency missions with pet political projects and divisive special interest agendas. "Back to the Basics" means less regulations, improved public safety, and better infrastructure throughout Colorado.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

To make sure Colorado's government does basics. Our roads should be safe. Our laws should be enforced. Our schools should produce smart and self-sufficient young adults. And we need to reign in government overreach that is so rampant right now, because it makes life in Colorado more expensive.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I worked on my family's dairy farm in northern Jefferson County. My first job was to feed and water the animals first thing in the morning and again in the evening each day. I later owned and operated the farm.

Different states require governors to have different degrees of responsibility for the state budgeting process. If it were your choice, what do you believe is the appropriate degree of gubernatorial involvement with this process in your state?

I believe it is important for a separate-but-equal branch of government, with elected representatives accountable to voters, to hold the Executive Branch accountable for its stewardship of tax dollars. That is why the Founders bestowed the Legislature with the power of the purse, as a member of the Joint Budget Committee, I certainly agree. It may not be perfect, but it's better than all the other alternatives.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Former Governor Bill Owens, Congressman Gabe Evans, Former Attorney General John Suthers, and many state legislators, to name a few.

What role should your state’s government have in the development or use of artificial intelligence?

I believe Colorado's government needs to embrace new technologies and welcome emerging business sectors. 30 years ago, Colorado was the central hub for the nascent broadband internet market. We need to reform state tax laws on data center equipment, which are prohibitive, or we will miss out on biggest evolution in high tech since broadband internet. With regard to regulation: State regulators do not have the technical capacity or expertise to regulate artificial intelligence in a specific manner. AI companies, like all other kinds of businesses, must abide by existing Colorado law respecting privacy, intellectual property, and liability.

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2024

Barbara Kirkmeyer did not complete Ballotpedia's 2024 Candidate Connection survey.

2022

Barbara Kirkmeyer completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Kirkmeyer's responses.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Barb Kirkmeyer has built a record as a conservative fighter who wins as the state senator from District 23, encompassing Broomfield and portions of Weld and Larimer counties, and as a 20-year Weld County Commissioner.

In her first year as a state senator, Barb was able to pass 17 bills to promote economic and personal freedom and improve Coloradans’ safety and quality of life, in spite of the Democrats’ advantage in the chamber. She was acknowledged by Colorado Politics as a notable legislator who “ debated like a statehouse veteran, not a first-year back bencher.”

Barb Kirkmeyer is a 4th generation Coloradan who has lived in southern Weld County for over 35 years. As a Weld County Commissioner for 20 years, Kirkmeyer pursued a strongly conservative agenda, leaving Weld County as Colorado’s only large, debt-free county. She also helped coordinate an effort to make Weld County a Second Amendment sanctuary from liberal assaults on gun rights. Prior to serving as a county commissioner, Barb co-owned and operated a dairy farm, was a small business owner for 15 years, and served in Governor Owens’ cabinet as the acting executive executive director of the Department of Local Affairs.

Kirkmeyer graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in physical education. Both her daughters graduated from Weld County schools and live with their families in southern Weld County.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Reduce the cost of living
• Restore American energy independence
• Secure the border

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Reducing deficit spending and the national debt

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Perhaps the greatest threat to America's long-term prosperity and standing in the world are runaway deficits and debt.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I support term limits and would back a Constitutional amendment.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

As a current state legislator and former county commissioner, I know that compromise is sometimes necessary. But it must be done without sacrificing core values.

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2020

Barbara Kirkmeyer did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.

2014

Kirkmeyer's campaign website listed the following issues:

“	Fiscal Responsibility: "Over 13 years as a County Commissioner, Barbara has a proven track record as a fiscal conservative. In her time on the Commission, Weld is the only county in the state with no debt, no county sales tax, and actually has given a refund back to taxpayers year after year." 2nd Amendment: "In Colorado, the right to keep and bear arms is more than just a slogan; it is a part of our culture. Barbara helped draft and pass a resolution in support of Weld County Sheriff John Cooke’s efforts to oppose the egregious anti-gun legislation imposed by the Colorado Legislature. Barbara strongly supports the 2nd Amendment, without compromise." Defending the Right to Life: "Standing up for the unborn means more than just making speeches. As a County Commissioner, Barbara voted to ban the Plan B abortion bill, and has been a proud and consistent supporter of the Personhood movement, unambiguously defending life from conception." Protecting our Energy Resources: "In Colorado, we are blessed with an abundance of oil and natural gas that have the potential to be a huge boon to our economy. Unfortunately, radical environmentalists and the EPA have put up roadblock after roadblock to try to stifle our energy sector. Barbara has been a strong advocate for fracking, and enthusiastically supports the further exploration for oil and gas in Colorado." Health Care: "Colorado families have been hammered by ObamaCare, and Barbara will go to Washington, DC and fight to get rid of this costly program that has hurt our state. Thousands of families have seen their plans cancelled, while thousands more have fewer options and higher premiums and deductibles. ObamaCare has been a disaster, and it must be repealed."	”
—Barbara Kirkmeyer's campaign website, https://web.archive.org/web/2/https://web.archive.org/web/2/http://www.kirkmeyerforcongress.com/issues/

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Barbara Kirkmeyer campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024	Colorado State Senate District 23	Won general	$143,262	$81,884
2022	U.S. House Colorado District 8	Lost general	$1,602,545	$1,570,692
2020	Colorado State Senate District 23	Won general	$125,330	N/A**
Grand total			$1,871,137	$1,652,576
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

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2024

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2023

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2022

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In 2022, the Colorado State Legislature was in session from January 12 to May 11. Centennial Institute Legislators are scored on their votes on issues relevant to the mission of the Centennial Institute and the strategic priorities of Colorado Christian University. Cobalt Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to reproductive health issues. Colorado AFL-CIO Legislators are scored on their votes on bills that the organizations supports or opposes. Colorado Consumer Health Initiative Legislators are scored on their votes on bills that the organizations supports or opposes. Colorado Union of Taxpayers Legislation is scored on its "reduction of taxes, regulation, and spending accountability." Conservation Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills about Colorado's climate, land, water, and communities. Colorado Voters for Animals Legislators are scored on their stances on animal issues. CoPIRG Legislators are scored on their votes on "bills that will protect consumers, strengthen our democracy, and safeguard public health." Healthier Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes related to public health issues. Liberty Scorecard Legislators are scored on votes related to "the principles of individual rights, free markets and limited government." Mental Health Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes related to mental health issues. National Federation of Independent Business Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to business issues. One Colorado Legislators are scored based on their votes on LGBTQ+ issues. The Arc of Colorado Legislators are scored on votes related to intellectual and developmental disability legislation.

2021

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Kirkmeyer has two daughters and two grandsons.

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Current members of the Colorado State Senate

Leadership

Senate President:James Coleman

Majority Leader:Robert Rodriguez

Minority Leader:Cleave Simpson

Senators

District 1

Byron Pelton (R)

District 2

Lisa Frizell (R)

District 3

Nick Hinrichsen (D)

District 4

Mark Baisley (R)

District 5

Marc Catlin (R)

District 6

Cleave Simpson (R)

District 7

Janice Rich (R)

District 8

Dylan Roberts (D)

District 9

Lynda Zamora Wilson (R)

District 10

Larry Liston (R)

District 11

Thomas Exum (D)

District 12

Marc Snyder (D)

District 13

Scott Bright (R)

District 14

Cathy Kipp (D)

District 15

Janice Marchman (D)

District 16

Chris Kolker (D)

District 17

Katie Wallace (D)

District 18

Judy Amabile (D)

District 19

Lindsey Daugherty (D)

District 20

Lisa Cutter (D)

District 21

Dafna Jenet (D)

District 22

Jessie Danielson (D)

District 23

Barbara Kirkmeyer (R)

District 24

Kyle Mullica (D)

District 25

William Lindstedt (D)

District 26

Jeff Bridges (D)

District 27

Tom Sullivan (D)

District 28

Mike Weissman (D)

District 29

Iman Jodeh (D)

District 30

John Carson (R)

District 31

Matt Ball (D)

District 32

Robert Rodriguez (D)

District 33

James Coleman (D)

District 34

Julie Gonzales (D)

District 35

Rodney Pelton (R)

Democratic Party (23)

Republican Party (12)