REP. PAUL TITTL'S NEWSLETTER and THANKS PAUL FOR A GREAT JOB DONE

Bella's Law

Hello,     Every session we, as legislators, have the opportunity to listen to testimony from many people on a variety of issues. Some testimony really strikes a chord with me, such as the testimony for Bella's Law (AB 850). The bill had a public hearing in the Committee on Natural Resources last week and passed out of committee on January 31st.      Bella is an amazing girl who enjoys hunting and the outdoors. This past fall, she harvested her first bear after another individual generously donated and transferred his bear tag to her. Hearing her story of perseverance, safety, and fun prompted me to sign on to the bill as a co-author.     AB 850 allows individuals to transfer hunting permits to people with a disability without limit. Current law only allows one transfer of a permit to a person with a disability if they have not had the same type of permit transferred to them previously. This change would help those with disabilities or terminal illnesses get the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, have multiple chances at hunting a particular type of animal, and avoid long wait times for hunting permits.     I particularly enjoyed when Bella's father said in his testimony, "The benefit of passing this bill would not only be a game changer for Bella, but for so many others with disabilities and their families. Hunting has just begun to open so many doors for Bella, and we are so excited to get her into the outdoors to enjoy what she has been missing for so long." I look forward to hearing about Bella's future adventures!     Do you have thoughts on this bill or know a similar story to Bella's? Please let me know! Also, if there is anything I can do to assist you, contact my office. You can share your thoughts, find out additional information on issues, or see where I stand on any legislation. I look forward to hearing from you and, as always, working for you. Sincerely,  Representative Paul Tittl Emergency Mental Health Treatment for Minors     Thank you, Rep. Loudenbeck and Sen. Darling, for testifying in the Mental Health Committee this week. Committee members heard testimony on AB 848. The bill makes it easier for minors in certain emergency situations to get necessary mental health treatment. This change is especially important for homeless or unaccompanied youth.