AB5DB0B50BDEB711872586B7005C47F5 Hearing Summary

Senators Lundeen and Bridgesm co-prime sponsors, explained House Bill 21-1107, concerning protections for certain public health workers.  The senators discussed the urgency of the situation and answered questions about how long the provisions would stay in place. 

Committee discussion continued about online masking of identifying information and the breadth and scope of the bill. 

Committee members asked questions about the number of people covered under the bill.

Dr. John Douglas, representing Tri-County Health Department, testified in support of the bill.  He answered questions about the bill's application

Ms. Liane Jollon, representing San Juan Basin Public Health, testified in support of the bill.  She discussed threats and safety. 

Richard Orf, representing Associated Governments of Northwest Colorado, testified in support of the bill.  He discussed civil servants and threats.

Hon. Emma Pinter, representing CCAT, testified in support of the bill.  She discussed the impact on local government. 

Committee members asked questions about the number of people protected under this policy. 

Senator Lee acknoweldged written testimony (Attachment A). 

Senators Lundeen and Bridges made closing remarks and stressed the bill's urgency.