2CDC056BCB84966687258807006C20E2 Hearing Summary

The committee was called to order. A quorum was present. Representative Luck, prime sponsor, presented House Bill 22-1147, concerning sheriffs' authority in relation to the federal government.  Representative Luck explained the effect of the bill and discussed its need.

John Anderson, representing himself, testified in support of HB 22-1147.

Carl Hamm, representing Colorado Ceasefire, testified in opposition to HB 22-1147.

Susan Hahn, representing Colorado Faith Communities Against Gun Violence, testified in opposition to the bill.

Todd Watkins, representing himself, testified in support of the bill.

Mr. Watkins responded to questions regarding how he would have conducted activities as a federal agent in a local jurisdiction that does not recognize federal authority.

Representative Luck explained the effect of amendment L.001 (Attachment A).

Representative Luck responded to questions regarding intergovernmental agreements between jurisdictions, and the number of states that have notice requirements between local jurisdictions and the federal government.

Representative Luck provided closing remarks in support of HB 22-1147. Various committee members provided their positions on the bill.