Bills of Interest to the Social Health Committee: HB 10-1184 (Alante); SB 10-106 (Amanda P.); SB 10-109 (Reh and Ashley)

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HB 10-1184 (Alante)

Summary: This bill essentially upgrades the consequences of being charged with a third DUI

Current Penalties:

Jail – From 70 Days to 1 Year

Fine – From $900 to $1,500

License Suspension – 2 Years

Ignition Interlock Device Prior to License Reinstatement

License Points – 12

Public Service – From 56 to 112 Hours

Additional or upgraded penalties:

Class 6 Felony (The lowest degree of a felony)

The offender will be required to complete an alcohol treatment program at his or her own expense as well as a requirement that the offender attend at least one meeting of an advocacy group for victims and family members of victims and drunken drivers

We agreed with this bill because they are upgrading the offense from a misdemeanor to a felony

SB 10-106 (Amanda P.)

Summary: Creating a committee to oversee healthy food programs

A little vague, more detail needed

SB 10-109 (Reh and Ashley)

Summary: Dealing with the regulation of using medical marijuana

- Matter of ethics of a doctor
- Medical review board (for under 21) and also one for above 21
- Closes the flood gate at the source and helps keep marijuana off the streets