72DDB7D297D801038725857F0068F0FD Hearing Summary

The committee took a brief recess.

The committee reconvened.

Representatives Sullivan and Herod presented House Bill 20-1415 to the committee. The bill prohibits a principal from taking adverse action against a worker who raises concerns about workplace health and safety practices related to a public health emergency.  Written testimony on the bill is included as Attachment I.

Eric Bergman, representing Colorado Counties Inc., testified against the bill.

Sandra Parker Murray, representing herself, testified in support of the bill.

Brielle Diem, representing Denver Health Workers' United, testified in support of the bill.

Isis Usborne, representing Colorado People's Alliance, testified in support of the bill.

Sandra Sherwood, representing herself, testified in support of the bill.

Christine Garcia Rexach, representing Denver Health Workers United, testified in support of the bill.

Robert Neeld, representing Denver Health Workers United, testified in support of the bill.

Sarah Zagle, representing Denver Health Workers United, testified in support of the bill.

Chasa Moore, representing Denver Health Workers United, testified in support of the bill.

Anthony Scorzo, representing Communications Workers of America, testified in support of the bill.

David Seligman, representing Towards Justice, testified in support of the bill and responded to committee members' questions.

Representatives Herod and Sullivan wrapped up their presentation to the committee.