Senator Pettersen, sponsor, explained SB19-163, regarding the continuation of the Cold Case Task Force.

Chris Schaefer, representing the Department of Public Safety, spoke in support of the bill.  He discussed collaboration and best practices. 

Audrey Simkins, representing the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, spoke in support of the bill.  She cited statistics on the number of on-going and solved cold cases and mentioned notable cases.  Committee discussion followed about genetic testing and crime solving.