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i_opioidsubstance_2018a_2018-08-14t09:38:25z7 Hearing Summary




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BILL SUMMARY For PUBLIC COMMENT

INTERIM COMMITTEE  OPIOID AND OTHER SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS
Date Aug 14, 2018      
Location HCR 0112



Public Comment - Committee Discussion Only


03:22:56 PM  
J.K. Costello, representing himself, testified regarding SUD treatment in jails and prisons.
03:27:09 PM  

Denise Vincioni, Denver Recovery Group, testified regarding MAT programs in jail.  She responded to committee questions.

03:33:33 PM  

Judy Solano, Southern Colorado Hard Reduction (SCHR), testified regarding various SUD policy recommendations.

03:39:47 PM  

Dr. Michael Nuremburg, representing himself, testified regarding the effectiveness of different SUD strategies.

03:45:43 PM  

Dr. Jonathan Clapp, Colorado Pain Society, testified regarding the prescribing of pain medications.

03:56:46 PM  

Nobalie Force, Homeward Pikes Peak, testified regarding sober living homes.

04:00:44 PM  

Ellen Stern, Children's Hospital Colorado, testified regarding prenatal substance use.

04:02:52 PM  

Erin Miller, Colorado Children's Campaign, testified regarding maternal deaths from SUD.

04:03:58 PM  
Michele Ryan, representing herself, testified regarding MAT and recovery services.
04:12:34 PM  

Lilly Purrier, representing herself, testified regarding chronic pain management.






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