Byron Pelton

State Senator, District 1

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Byron Pelton represents Colorado Senate District 1, the state's vast northeastern plains. A Republican electrician and rancher born in Cheyenne County and long based in Logan County, he has focused on agriculture, water, and rural issues and is seeking re-election in 2026.

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Last reviewed: Sep 14, 2026

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Northeastern Colorado rancher and electrician in the State Senate, seeking re-election

Pelton, a Republican electrician and rancher representing Senate District 1, is a Colorado native born in Cheyenne County who has called Logan County home for 22 years, and is running for re-election.

Verified Facts: District and occupation documented by the Colorado General Assembly; background documented by the Senate Republicans caucus; re-election bid documented by Ballotpedia.

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T1Colorado General Assembly — Senator Byron Pelton· Government document· ✓ Editorial Review Sep 14, 2026

T2Colorado Senate Republicans — Byron Pelton· News article· ✓ Editorial Review Sep 14, 2026

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Event: Jan 9, 2023· Published: Sep 14, 2026

Published· Reviewed by Editorial Review· Sep 14, 2026

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