Representative Young, prime sponsor, presented House Bill 22-1299. The bill transfers $3,698,586 from the General Fund to the Division of Professions and Occupations Cash Fund in the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) on July 1, 2022. The funds must be used to cover the cost of the state boards of psychologist examiners, social work examiners, marriage and family therapist examiners, professional counselor examiners, unlicensed psychotherapists, and addiction counselor examiners, beginning with the FY 2022-23 fiscal year until fully expended.

Michael Nicoletti, representing DORA, testified in support of the bill.

Dr. Vincent Atchity, representing Mental Health Colorado, testified in support of the bill.

The witnesses responded to committee questions.

Representative Young wrapped up her presentation of the bill and asked for a favorable recommendation.