C1B25E5ADF86E92587258824006B7FF3 Hearing Summary

Senator Ginal, bill sponsor, presented House Bill 22-1217, concerning measures to prevent catalytic converter theft, and, in connection therewith, making an appropriation.   She discussed catalytic converter theft and associated costs to victims. 

Jeff Riester, representing Department of Law, testified in support of the bill.  He discussed catalytic converter theft and the package of bills about this topic. 

Captain Michael Honn, representing Colorado State Patrol, was available to answer committee questions.

David Cardella, representing Colorado Independent Auto Dealers Association, testified in support of the bill. He discussed supply issues and catalytic converters. 

Committee members asked questions about the different types of catalytic converters and emissions standards. 

Jeff Reister returned to the table to discuss after market catalytic converter parts.

Senator Ginal made closing remarks.