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CO HB1204

Bill

Status

Failed

3/4/2019

Primary Sponsor

Susan Beckman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits camping within 100 feet of urban environmentally sensitive areas unless a state or local governmental agency has approved the area for camping.

  • Requires county and district public health agencies with environmentally sensitive areas in their jurisdiction to conduct and periodically update environmental impact studies including water and soil quality testing.

  • Mandates agencies adopt and implement environmental mitigation plans to avoid, minimize, and remediate public health risks associated with unauthorized camping.

  • Allows agencies to apply for funding from Conservation Trust Funds (Great Outdoors Colorado money) to conduct environmental impact studies and implement mitigation plans.

  • Defines "camp" to include sleeping, occupying outdoor shelters, using heating or cooking devices, and storing personal property; defines "urban" as locations in cities and counties or incorporated municipalities.

Legislative Description

Prohibit Camping Environmentally Sensitive Areas

Public Health

Last Action

House Committee on Energy & Environment Postpone Indefinitely

3/4/2019

Committee Referrals

Energy & Environment2/20/2019

Full Bill Text

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