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Committee sends fire suppression sunset bill to appropriations
Summary
House Bill 11 87 would continue Colorado’s fire suppression oversight program through 2037; the Division of Fire Prevention and Control director testified support, and the committee approved sending the bill to appropriations by voice/roll vote.
Representatives Winn and Vice Chair Stewart presented House Bill 11 87, a sunset‑review continuation of the fire suppression program administered by the Division of Fire Prevention and Control. Director Mike Morgan told the committee the program oversees design, installation and maintenance of fire suppression systems, certifies contractors and inspectors, and protects life safety.
"Appropriately designed, installed, and maintained fire suppression systems save lives," Director Morgan said in brief testimony, and he noted support from professional associations and installers. Sponsors said the bill reflects sunset‑review recommendations and requested a vote to move the bill to appropriations.
The committee moved HB 11 87 to the Committee on Appropriations with a favorable recommendation. The roll call recorded a 12–1 vote in favor. No amendments were offered at this hearing.
Next steps: the bill will be considered by the Appropriations Committee; no additional implementation changes were made at the committee hearing.
