Bill Summary for Bill Number Review of Commission's Charge

Date: 06/29/2012

Final
Review of Commission's Charge

WILDFIRE COMMISSION

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01:05 PM -- Review of Commission's Charge

Mr. Bob Lackner, Office of Legislative Legal Services, provided an overview of the commission's charge, as required by House Bill 12-1352. He discussed certain requirements of early versions of the bill that were removed by amendment, and the effect of House Bill 12-1361, concerning claims against the state arising under the "Colorado Governmental Immunity Act." Discussion ensued regarding the ability of the commission to discuss issues of statewide interest as they pertain to wildfires. Mr. Lackner responded to questions regarding the potential impact of commission activities on ongoing civil litigation pertaining to the Lower North Fork Wildfire.

01:15 PM

Mr. Lackner responded to questions regarding providing notice to the public about testimony to be taken by the commission. Discussion ensued regarding notices of claim filed against the state pertaining to the Lower North Fork Wildfire, and the potential for the activities of the commission to affect those claims. Discussion followed regarding the potential for a legal memorandum to be drafted about the potential for the commission to affect ongoing civil litigation. Discussion returned to the commission's charge.