Representative Rydin provided introductory remarks for House Bill 26-1043. The bill creates new requirements for transportation network companies and increases the maximum penalty for transportation network companies that fail to address violations of discrimination prohibitions.

Written testimony included in Attachment C.

Ms. Molly Kirkham, representing The Arc of Colorado, testified in support of the bill. Jack Johnson, representing Disability Law Colorado, testified in support of the bill. Dan Burke, representing the National Federation of the Blind of Colorado, testified in support of the bill.

The members of the panel responded to questions from the committee.

Nathan Riley, representing Public Utilities Commission, was available to answer committee questions.

The bill sponsor provided closing remarks for House Bill 26-1043.