H_RAA_2019A 01/17/2019 09:39:58 AM Committee Summary

Representative Roberts, bill sponsor, presented House Joint Resolution 19-1005.  The bill authorizes additions, modifications, and deletions to the Drinking Water Revolving Fund and the Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund project eligibility lists.

Representative Roberts responded to committee questions.

Mike Brod, Executive Director, Water Resources and Power Authority, testified in support of the bill.  Handouts were distributed to the committee [Attachments B, C, and D].

Mr. Brod responded to committee questions.

Chris Treese, representing the Colorado River Water Conservation District, testified in support of the bill.

Representatives Catlin and McCluskie presented House Bill 19-1026 to the committee.  The bill increases fine amounts and changes the disposition of fine revenue for violations related to Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

Doug Vilsack, representing the Colorado Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of the bill.  Mr. Vilsack responded to committee questions.

Heather Dugan, representing Colorado Parks and Wildlife, testified in support of the bill.  Ms. Dugan responded to committee questions.

Ivan James, representing Colorado Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, testified in support of the bill.

Dan Gates, representing Colorado for Responsible Wildlife Management, testified in support of the bill.

Representaive McCluskie distributed and explained Amendment L.001 [Attachment E].

Representatives Catlin and McCluskie made concluding remarks.

Committee members commented on the bill.