D6854261D750909587258814006BAE9B Hearing Summary

The committee was called to order. A quorum was present. Representatives Duran and Esgar, prime sponsors, presented Senate Bill 22-100, concerning changes to the domestic violence fatality review board statutes. Representative Duran explained the effect of the bill. Representative Esgar discussed the need for the legislation.

Laura Kirkbride, representing herself, Laura Pearson, representing herself, Amelia Lobo, representing Violence Free Colorado, Jenn Doe, representing Project Safeguard, Carmen Hubbs, representing Rise Above Violence, and Shalyn Kettering, representing the Department of Law, made themselves available to answer questions on SB 22-100. Ms. Kettering and Ms. Hubbs responded to questions regarding how the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board conducts research activities, particularly in rural areas. Ms. Doe responded to questions regarding data gathering.

No amendments were offered to Senate Bill 22-100. Representatives Duran and Esgar provided closing remarks in support of the bill.

The committee recessed.

The committee returned to order.