81429BB7CE7D5ABA872583E90012AC80 Hearing Summary

Senator Cooke, bill sponsor, introduced House Bill 19-1327.  The bill authorizes and taxes sports betting.  Senator Cooke distributed a handout (Attachment B).

Stan Dodge, Draft Kings and Fan Duel, testified in support of the bill.  Mr. Dodge responded to questions from the committee.  Senator Cooke also responded.

Marquest Meeks, Major League Baseball, testified against the bill.

Jeff Patch, Off Track Betting Colorado, testified against the bill.

Dan Kelliher, representing himself, testified against the bill.

The witnesses responded to questions from the committee.

Scott Martinez, representing Ray Perry and Brett Perry, gave neutral testimony on the bill.  Mr. Martinez responded to questions from the committee.  Committee discussion ensued.

Duane Gall, Office of Legislative Legal Services, responded to questions from the committee.

Brian Jackson, Environmental Defense Fund, testified in support of the bill.

Dianna Orf, Colorado Water Congress, testified in support of the bill.

Meghan Dollar, Colorado Municipal League, testified in support of the bill.

David Farahi, Colorado Gaming Association, testified in support of the bill.

The witnesses responded to questions from the committee.

Committee members made closing comments on the bill.