42B3DA937EF593FA87258282005E8E55 Hearing Summary

Senator Zenzinger, co-prime sponsor, explained House Bill 18-1364, concerning the continuation of the Colorado Advisory Council for Persons with Disabilities, and, in connection therewith, implementing the sunset review recommendations from the Department of Regulatory Agencies, and making an appropriation.  She emphasized the bill provides a framework for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance. 

Senator Martinez Humenik, co-prime sponsor, discussed the sunset review.

Chris Hinds, representing himself, spoke in support of the bill.  He answered committee member questions about moving the advisory council from the Governor's Office to the Department of Human Services (DHS). 

Christina Johnson, representing the Colorado Senior Lobby, testified in favor of the bill. 

Francesa Maes, representing the Colorado Cross Disability Coalition, spoke in support of the bill. 

Senator Zenzinger distributed and explained Amendment L.009 (Attachment A) and L.011 (Attachment B).  Amendment L.009 relocates the advisory council to the DHS and L.011 addresses the administration of funds. 

Committee members discussed the relocation, sunset provisions, and advocacy.