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E93556930A19843D872587DE00613D38 Hearing Summary




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BILL SUMMARY For PRESENTATION ON CURRENT WATER POLICY ISSUES

HOUSE COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK, & WATER
Date Feb 3, 2022      
Location HCR 0107



Presentation on Current Water Policy Issues - Committee Discussion Only


10:42:08 AM  

Representative McCormick introduced Travis Smith.

10:42:35 AM  
Travis Smith, National Wild Turkey Federation, introduced himself and gave an overview of his background and experience working on water issues in Colorado. He told the committee the different topics he wants to discuss with members during his presentation.
10:51:45 AM  
Mr. Smith outlined what he thinks are the most pressing policy issues around water policy, including drought, population growth, and demand management.
10:52:39 AM  
Mr. Smith responded to questions from the committee.
10:59:17 AM  
Mr. Smith spoke about the rural-urban divide on water and how to engage in conversation about the needs and the role of each side.
11:02:20 AM  
Mr. Smith continued to respond to questions from the committee.
11:02:38 AM  

Mr. Smith told the committee about post-fire impacts and how they are tied to water supply. He replied to questions from the committee.

11:12:02 AM  
Representative McCormick thanked Mr. Smith for his presentation.






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