Representative Jackson, bill sponsor, presented House Bill 18-1397 to the committee.  The bill modifies the implied warranty of habitability inherent in a residential lease between a landlord and a tenant.  Handout was distributed [Attachment A and B].

Steve Ward, representing himself, testified in opposition to the bill.  A document was distributed [Attachment C].

Matthew Pacheco, representing the Colorado Apartment Association, testified in opposition to the bill.

Suzanne Leff, representing the Colorado Bar Association, testified in opposition to the bill.

Ms. Wilson, Mr. Ward, and Ms. Leff responded to committee questions.  Representative Jackson responded to committee questions.

Robert Fisher, representing representing the Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition, testified in support of the bill.

Gloria Hulzar, representing Colorado Homes For All, testified in support of the bill with the help of a translator.

Aurora Perez, representing Colorado Homes For All, testified in support of the bill.

Alma Garza, representing Colorado Homes For All, testified in support of the bill.

Representative Ginal concluded witness testimony.

Representative Jackson made closing remarks.