Senator Priola, bill sponsor, introduced Senate Bill 19-008.  The bill makes changes to the treatment of substance use disorders in the criminal justice system.  The bill sponsor responded to questions from the committee regarding the bill's fiscal impact.

Cristen Bates, Colorado Department of Human Services, responded to questions from the committee regarding the financial and staffing costs associated with the bill.  Erin Reynolds, Legislative Council Staff, also responded to questions regarding the bill's fiscal impact.