The committee was called to order. A quorum was present. Representatives Froelich and Willford, prime sponsors, presented House Bill 25-1185. The bill outlines procedures and removes certain procedural requirements for a parent to relinquish a child conceived as a result of a sexual assault. Representative Froelich explained the effect of the bill and discussed its need. Representative Willford provided further input on the merits of the legislation.

Ms. Onnastasia Cole, representing Colorado Coalition Against Sexual Assault (CCASA), testified in support of the bill. Elizabeth Newman, representing Colorado Coalition Against Sexual Assault, testified in support of the bill. Amber Higgins, representing Violence Free Colorado, testified in support of the bill. Melanie Jordan, representing Office of Respondent Parents' Counsel, testified in support of the bill. Courtney Sutton, representing Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance, testified in support of the bill. Jennifer Eyl, representing themself, testified in support of the bill.

Discussion ensued regarding potential self-incrimination under HB 25-1185, and certain time limits in the bill. Discussion turned to mother-child bonding.

Thomas Perille, representing Democrats for Life of Colorado, testified on HB 25-1185.