BECE45F2D839A986872587EB00755FF7 Hearing Summary

Senators Gardner and Jaquez Lewis presented Senate Bill 22-115 concerning clarifying certain terms as the terms relate to landowner liability.

The bill sponsors discussed the landowner liability act and the kind of precautions a facility should take.  They also explained the predominant cause act and the need for the legislature to provide a clear interpretation of it.  The senators referenced a recent Colorado Supreme Court decision on the topic.  

Ms Tamra Ward, representing Coloradoans Protecting Patient Access, testified in support of the bill.  She noted the wide support of stakeholders on the bill. 

Thomas Neville, Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, testified in support of the bill.  He explained that the bill applies the predominant cause test to all types of businesses, schools, and places of worship.

Mr Kevin Paul, representing Coloradoans Protecting Patient Access, testified in support of the bill.  He discussed the merits of the bill.  

 

Mr. Ike Eckert, representing Colorado Defense Lawyers Association, testified in support of the bill.

Senators Jacquez Lewis and Gardner made closing remarks.