HB 5111 requires mobile manufactured home park owners in Connecticut to create and publicly post an itemized list of all "ancillary fees" (such as maintenance or service fees not included in rent) by October 1, 2025. Park owners must update this list regularly and display it on their website and within the park. The bill also mandates that park owners provide residents with a plain-language disclosure statement summarizing their rights and obligations under the law, developed by the Department of Consumer Protection. This directly affects park owners (who must comply with transparency requirements) and residents (who gain clearer information about fees and their rights). The law aims to increase transparency in mobile home park billing practices.
HB 6942 establishes a state-funded radon mitigation program for low-income households in Connecticut. The bill creates a "Healthy Homes Fund" within the Department of Housing to cover the cost of removing or fixing radon hazards in homes, specifically targeting households earning at or below 80% of the state's median income. The program will be administered by the Department of Housing, using dedicated funds from existing remittance accounts, with annual reports required for legislative oversight. This policy directly affects eligible homeowners by providing financial assistance to address a known health risk (radon gas) in their residences. The program becomes effective July 1, 2025.
HB 6848 requires all Connecticut towns, cities, and boroughs (municipalities) to adopt conflict of interest rules for elected and appointed officials by October 1, 2026. Municipalities may use a state-provided model definition (covering personal financial gain/loss from official actions) or create their own policy, excluding decisions affecting the general public. By January 15, 2027, they must submit their policy to the State Ethics Office and post it publicly online or at town halls. This applies to all local officials but exempts municipalities that already have such policies in place before January 1, 2026.
HB 6869 expands opportunities for high school students to earn college credit by allowing local school boards to grant high school graduation credit for successful completion of dual enrollment or concurrent enrollment courses at accredited colleges. This directly affects high school students (grades 9-12), school districts, and partnering colleges by adding these courses to the list of approved pathways for meeting graduation requirements. The bill also requires schools to notify parents about college credit opportunities and adopt enrollment policies for advanced courses that consider multiple factors beyond past grades. Key provisions include new rules for online coursework rigor and mandatory annual parent notifications about postsecondary credit options starting in 2026.
This bill revises Connecticut's rules for colored or flashing lights on vehicles. It requires permits for most non-government vehicles using blue lights (for volunteer fire/ambulance members), red lights (for fire chiefs/emergency officials), or yellow lights (for maintenance/oversize vehicle escorts), with a $20 annual fee for non-government users. Government-owned vehicles (state, local, fire departments) are exempt from permits and fees. The law specifically allows volunteer fire/ambulance members to use blue lights on their personal vehicles when responding to emergencies, with department records kept on file. It does not change penalties for traffic violations or address the other topics listed in the bill's title.
SB 1237 modifies Connecticut Lottery Corporation rules for handling overdue payments by lottery sales agents. It replaces previous penalties with a 10% fee (or $10 minimum) on unpaid amounts plus simple interest at 1.5% monthly, effective July 1, 2025. The bill adds hardship waiver options allowing agents to pay overdue principal and penalties in installments over up to one year if they prove undue hardship, while maintaining the commissioner's authority to waive penalties for reasonable cause. This directly affects lottery sales agents who fail to remit funds by settlement dates, changing how delinquency costs are calculated and managed.
SB 1331 requires Connecticut's Commissioner of Health Strategy to study whether to exclude sensitive patient health records (like plastic surgery) from the State-wide Health Information Exchange and to evaluate current patient opt-in/opt-out procedures for this system. The study must determine if new opt-in or opt-out mechanisms should be implemented, with a report due by February 1, 2026. This bill directly affects patients whose health data may be shared through the state health information system, particularly for sensitive medical procedures. It does not change existing policies but mandates a review to inform future decisions, with no fiscal impact identified.
SB 1395 establishes a new licensing requirement for long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs), which are specialized facilities treating patients with complex, long-term conditions requiring intensive medical care. The bill replaces existing definitions in state law to explicitly include LTACHs under the "institution" category, requiring them to obtain licensure from the Department of Public Health starting October 1, 2025. It also directs the Department of Public Health to study how to formally designate "long-term care facilities" and "chronic disease hospitals" for regulatory clarity. This bill directly affects LTACHs and healthcare providers operating such facilities, creating a new regulatory pathway for these specialized hospitals.
HB 6923 requires Connecticut public school districts to adopt annual policies limiting student use of "smart devices" (defined as internet-connected phones, wearables, or portable tech) starting July 1, 2025. These policies must follow guidance from the state Department of Education and apply in addition to existing rules allowing schools to restrict cell phones. The bill does not ban devices outright but mandates that school boards develop rules considering student engagement, mental health, and communication needs. It affects all public school students in Connecticut and has no fiscal impact on schools, as districts can use existing resources to implement the policy.
HB 7014 requires all public school boards in the state to create a formal policy by January 1, 2026, for evaluating requests to remove or restrict access to library materials. The policy must include a standardized complaint process, a review committee (with school staff and librarians), and clear timelines for decisions, with all final decisions posted online. The bill explicitly prohibits removing library materials based on an author's race, gender identity, political views, religious content, or sexual health topics (unless material is developmentally inappropriate for grade level). School boards must update these policies every five years, and the bill has no fiscal impact as it uses existing resources.
HB 5272 prohibits gaming companies from running advertisements, marketing, or promotional materials that target minors or use deceptive tactics. It specifically bans ads featuring people under 21 (or under 18 for keno/lottery/fantasy games), offers bonuses to encourage gaming, or makes misleading claims about winning chances. The law requires all ads to clearly state required age limits (18 or 21) and include a simple unsubscribe link for targeted messages. This directly affects licensed gaming operators, including online sports betting and casino businesses, by restricting how they can advertise their services. The bill aims to limit youth exposure to gambling promotions through concrete advertising restrictions.
This bill establishes Connecticut's regulatory framework for sports wagering and internet gaming, directly affecting businesses seeking to operate these services within the state. It creates new licensing requirements for operators, defines key terms like "fantasy contests" and "key employees" (senior management roles), and outlines oversight by the Department of Consumer Protection. The law regulates online casino gaming, sports betting, fantasy contests, and keno through the internet or mobile apps, while clarifying what constitutes legal gaming activities. It replaces outdated statutes to provide a clear structure for these industries under state regulation.
