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Colin Hortman pushes for legislative change after struggling to safely access his childhood home

On March 10, Colin Hortman testified to Minnesota representatives supporting HF3782 to disclose chemical irritants and HF4133 to prevent insurance exclusions for home damage.
After entering the home during the first week, insurers denied coverage and responsibility was unclear because the residue was still everywhere and remediation was not fully done for eight months, and determining which agency was responsible was complicated.
Colin said his eyes started stinging and his throat burned, and even with help from state government aides and attorneys, he spent weeks coordinating contractors while delays prevented personal closure.
The Legislature has also enacted honors this session, with HF3782 headed to the House floor and at least one related bill remaining in committee.
Since June 14, the Minnesota Legislature has added security measures at the Capitol, reflecting broader fallout from the police response involving tear gas canisters, Colin says the bills aim to help homeowners.

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Colin Hortman pushes for legislative change after struggling to safely access his childhood home

ST. PAUL — After having trouble safely accessing his childhood home following his parents’ murder, Colin Hortman is advocating for legislation at the Capitol this session with the hopes of helping other victims. Colin said that when his parents, Melissa and Mark Hortman, were killed on June 14, law enforcement fired multiple tear gas canisters into the home because they believed the perpetrator might still be inside. He was told the effects woul…

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