E3214584FDA22D8287258B0800746E4D Hearing Summary

Representatives Herod and Garcia, prime sponsors, presented House Bill 24-1459, concerning protections for birthing persons. Representative Herod explained the effect of the bill and discussed its need. Reprsentative Garcia provided additional input on the merits of the bill. Discussion ensued regarding potential drug testing of offenders under the bill, abuses of restraint laws, and protecting offenders from self-harm.  Written testimony concerning the bill may be found at Attachment E.

Ms. Erin Meschke, representing themself, testified in opposition to the bill.

Mx. Indra Lusero, representing Elephant Circle, testified in support of the bill.

Ms. Connaitre Tillman, representing herself, testified in support of the bill.

Alexandra Haas, representing Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, was available to answer committee questions.

Lauren Smith, representing Soul 2 Soul Sister, testified in support of HB 24-1459.

Heather Thompson, representing Elephant Circle, testified in support of the bill.

Representative Herod explained the effect of amendment L.002 (Attachment F).

Representative Herod explained the effect of amendment L.003 (Attachment G).

Representatives Herod and Garcia provided closing remarks in support of HB 24-1459. Discussion ensued regarding restraining those in distress. Various committee members provided their positions on the bill.