2ED42DA7033CE0518725882A006BEE64 Hearing Summary

The committee was called to order. A quorum was present. Representative Herod, prime sponsor, presented House Bill 22-1368, concerning opportunities for persons to access community corrections programs. Representative Herod explained the effect of the bill and discussed its need. Representative Herod also explained the effect of amendment L.001 (Attachment A).

Mark Wester, representing the Colorado Coalition for Community Corrections, testified in support of HB 22-1368.

Doug Carrigan, representing himself, testified in support of the bill.

Tim Hand, representing the Colorado Community Corrections Coalition, testified in support of the bill.

Nate Hand, representing himself, testified in support of the bill.

Nick Hand, representing himself, testified in support of the bill.

April, representing herself, testified in support of the bill.

Discussion ensued regarding the potential impact of a rising community corrections population, and the types of individuals who enter community corrections. Discussion followed regarding the types of offenses that result in community corrections placement. Discussion turned to voluntary substance abuse treatment programs

Representative Herod explained the effect of amendment L.001.

Representative Herod provided closing remarks in support of HB 22-1368.