AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE, REGIONAL AND MUNICIPAL PLANS OF CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT.

HB 6994 modifies requirements for Connecticut's conservation and development plans. It shortens revision timelines for municipal and regional plans adopted before July 1, 2030, requiring updates every four years instead of nine years after adoption (effective October 1, 2025). For plans adopted after July 1, 2030, revisions must align with the state's plan cycle. The bill also strengthens regional plan requirements to prioritize compact development, environmental protection (including Long Island Sound pollution reduction), and coordination across government levels. This directly affects municipalities and regional councils responsible for creating these plans.