HB 5444 Connecticut House · 2026 Regular Session

AN ACT CONCERNING THE INDEXING OF CERTAIN PERSONAL INCOME TAX THRESHOLDS AND EXEMPTION AMOUNTS.

This bill updates Connecticut's personal income tax thresholds and exemption amounts to reflect inflation and economic changes, directly affecting state residents who file individual income tax returns. The key mechanism involves adjusting the income levels at which different tax rates apply based on filing status, such as single filers, heads of households, married couples filing jointly, and trusts or estates. By modifying these specific income brackets, the legislation ensures that the tax brackets remain relevant over time without requiring constant legislative intervention. The changes take effect on October 1, 2026, and apply to taxable years beginning on or after that date.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
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Governor
Introduced Mar 3, 2026 Last action Apr 16, 2026
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Raised Bill FIN Joint Favorable Substitute · 2 edits
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The bill text was updated to reflect its status as a 'Substitute Bill' approved by the Finance Committee, replacing the original 'Raised Bill' version. The substantive tax rates, income thresholds, and effective dates remain unchanged from the original draft.
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The scope and applicability of the bill remain unchanged; only the legislative status and formatting were modified.
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The bill title was changed from 'Raised Bill No. 5444' to 'Substitute Bill No. 5444' to indicate committee approval.

Page headers were updated to reflect the new 'Substitute Bill' status and adjusted page counts.

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Mar 31, 2026
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Joint Favorable Substitute
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Mar 3, 2026
Committee
REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Finance, Revenue and Bonding
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