5AF6F44E419780EC872585850066C367 Hearing Summary

Senator Lundeen explained House Bill 20-1297, concerning clarifying that personal immunization exemptions cannot be used as the sole basis for child abuse or neglect for hte purposes of Colorado's children code. 

Dustin Frontin, representing himself, testified in support of the bill. He discussed his experience as a foster parent.

Carolyn Martin, representing the Christian Home Educators of Colorado, testified in support of the bill.

Laurel Ann Flahive, representing herself, testified in support of the bill.

Theresa Wrangham, representing National Vaccine Information Center, testified in support of the bill.

Else Creeder, representing herself, testified in support of the bill.

Cynthia Whittenson, representing herself, testified in support of the bill.

Senator Lundeen explained Amendment L. 010 (Attachment A) concerning medical autonomy.

Discussion ensued about the amendment and if it fits under the bill title.  The proponents argued the urgency of it.  The chair ruled that the amendment does not fit under the title. 

Senator Lundeen made closing remarks about the bill.