S_TRA_2019A 02/26/2019 02:01:04 PM Committee Summary

Trisha Oeth, representing the Air Quality Control Commission, introduced Elise Jones and Jana Milford, both of whom are candidates for appointment to the commission. Both women explained why they are interested in serving. They discussed their personal and professional backgrounds. They responded to questions from the committee about the causes of air pollution in Colorado.  The committee was provided with information about all three conferees (Attachment A).

The committee took a brief recess.

The committee returned to order.

Senator Lundeen, prime sponsor, presented Senate Bill 19-101. The bill creates new evaluation and reporting requirements for the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the High Performance Transportation Enterprise when considering the construction of a managed lane on a state highway. He provided a picture and a set of charts (Attachments B and C). Written testimony from the El Paso County Board of Commissioners was also distributed (Attachment D). He responded to questions from the committee.

The committee discussed the bill with Senator Lundeen.

Andy Karsian, representing CDOT, testified in opposition to the bill. He responded to questions from the committee.

Rachel Beck, representing the Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce, testified in support of the bill.

Jay Hicks, representing the Colorado Motor Carriers Association, testified in support of the bill.

The committee discussed the bill with Ms. Beck and Mr. Hicks. Senator Lundeen weighed in as well.

Committee discussion continued.

Senator Lundeen read a statement from an El Paso County Commissioner as a wrap-up of his presentation of the bill.