The committee took a brief recess.

The committee returned to order. Representative Cutter, prime sponsor, presented House Bill 22-1121. The bill creates an income tax credit for small businesses advertising with local broadcasters and newspapers. She distributed a list of individuals, businesses, and associations that endorse the bill (Attachment B). She responded to questions from the committee.

Tim Regan-Porter, representing the Colorado Press Association, testified in support of the bill.

Linda Shapley, representing Colorado Community Media, testified in support of the bill.

The witness panel responded to questions from the committee.

Committee discussion with the witness panel continued.

Discussion continued.

Krystyn Hartman, representing herself, testified to amend the bill.

Larry Hudson, representing the Colorado Broadcasters Association, testified in support of the bill.

Representative Cutter offered closing remarks and the members of the committee commented about their positions on the bill.