8F6E2264551E1E3B872583A600663FBA Hearing Summary

Representative McCluskie introduced House Bill 19-1052 concerning the creation of special districts to provide early childhood development services. The bill authorizes early childhood development special districts to provide early care and education, health, mental health, and development services, including prevention and intervention, for children under eight years of age.  The districts may seek voter approval to levy property taxes in the district to provide revenue for services.  The districts must be organized pursuant to the Special District Act.

Representative Rich made introductory remarks about House Bill 19-1052.

There were questions from the committee.

Liz Houston, representing Early Childhood Council Leadership Alliance, testified in support of the bill.

Gloria Higgins, representing Executives Partnering to Invest in Children, testified in support of the bill.

Bill Jaeger, representing the Colorado Children's Campaign, testified in support of the bill.

The committee asked the witnesses about licensing requirements and standards, as well the size and tax base of districts.

The sponsors provided closing remarks about the bill.

Committee members made closing remarks about the bill.