Senator Coleman, prime bill sponsor, introduced Senate Bill 23-020 concerning the time frame required for funeral directors to file a certificate of death with the state registrar from 5 days to 48 hours, with limited exceptions. The bill requires that a qualified individual complete the medical certification within 36 hours after a death unless an inquiry to the coroner is required. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), upon request, must provide a certified death certificate to an applicant with a direct and tangible interest in the certified copy within 24 hours.

The committee resumed.

Senator Coleman provided a refresher on Senate Bill 23-020.

Mr. Robert Glassmire, representing Garfield County Coroner's Office, testified in opposition to the bill.

Eliza Schultz, representing themself, testified to amend the bill.

Jeani Frickey Saito, representing Intermountain Health (SCL Health), testified to amend the bill.

Mr. Chet Seward, representing Colorado Medical Society, testified to amend the bill.

Committee members asked the panel questions.

Ms. Christine Leding, representing themself, testified in support of the bill.

Mr. Alex Quintana, representing Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, was available to answer committee questions.

Committee members asked the panel questions.

Senator Coleman introduced amendment L.006 (Attachment C).

Committee members and Senator Coleman provided closing remarks.