Connecticut Bills

signed · Connecticut · House Nov 25, 2025

HB 8003: AN ACT CONCERNING TEMPORARY ADJUSTMENTS TO THE BUDGET RESERVE FUND AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS TO ADDRESS REDUCTIONS IN FEDERAL FUNDING.

HB 8003 temporarily adjusts the state's budget reserve fund to allocate new funds covering reductions in federal funding. It directly affects state agencies and programs that rely on federal grants, ensuring continued operations despite decreased federal support. The bill authorizes the use of reserve funds to maintain essential services without requiring new tax revenue or spending cuts. This legislation became law as Special Act 25-1 after the governor signed it on November 18, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

Aundré Bumgardner (D) Matt Ritter (D) Martin Looney (D) Nick Gauthier (D) Nick Menapace (D)

signed · Connecticut · House Nov 25, 2025

HB 8004: AN ACT CONCERNING CHILDREN'S BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, A STANDARD SELF-EMPLOYMENT EXPENSE DEDUCTION FOR TEMPORARY FAMILY ASSISTANCE, THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS SURCHARGE TO SUPPORT THE FIREFIGHTERS CANCER RELIEF PROGRAM, COURTHOUSE OPERATIONS, DATA PROTECTION AND PROCEDURES FOR REDISTRICTING AND CORRECTING DISTRICTING ERRORS.

HB 8004 requires a committee to study current children's behavioral health services (including crisis centers, referrals, and resource allocation) and report by 2027 on improving service delivery. It directs state agencies to use federal grant funds to develop new payment models for behavioral health care, including outcome-based incentives for providers. The bill also mandates school-based health centers to improve data collection on service needs, with a 2027 report to the legislature. These provisions directly affect children with behavioral health needs, their families, and providers receiving state or federal funding.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · Connecticut · House Nov 25, 2025

HB 8001: AN ACT CONCERNING THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT HEALTH CENTER JOINT VENTURE INITIATIVE.

HB 8001 establishes a legal framework enabling the University of Connecticut Health Center to form joint ventures with private entities for specific health care initiatives. This law directly affects UConn Health Center by creating a structured process for entering such partnerships, without specifying particular projects or funding amounts. The bill was enacted as Public Act 25-2 after receiving governor's signature on November 18, 2025.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Connecticut · House Nov 12, 2025

HJ 102: RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE EXPENSES OF THE NOVEMBER SPECIAL SESSION, 2025.

HJ 102 is a procedural resolution that authorizes funding for the administrative expenses of the November 2025 special legislative session. It was adopted by both the House and Senate on November 12, 2025, and passed in concurrence. This resolution directly addresses the state’s budget for session-related costs (e.g., staff, facilities) but does not create new laws or affect specific constituents. As a procedural measure, it has no substantive policy impact beyond covering operational expenses.

passed · Connecticut · House Nov 12, 2025

HJ 103: RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE PRINTING OF THE JOURNALS OF THE SENATE AND HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE NOVEMBER SPECIAL SESSION, 2025.

This resolution directs the printing of the official journals (records of proceedings) for the November 2025 special session of both the Senate and House of Representatives. It is a procedural measure to formally document the legislative actions taken during that session. The resolution was adopted by both chambers on November 12, 2025, and is now in effect. It does not change any laws or directly affect constituents.

passed · Connecticut · House Nov 12, 2025

HR 101: RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE RULES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE NOVEMBER SPECIAL SESSION, 2025.

This House Resolution (HR 101) sets procedural rules for Connecticut's November 2025 Special Session of the House of Representatives. It amends specific House rules to streamline bill processing (allowing immediate action after electronic notice) and limits the scope of bills considered to only those specified in the session's Joint Rules, plus procedural matters like journal printing and session expenses. The resolution directly affects how House members introduce, debate, and transmit bills during this special session. It does not create new policy but modifies the session's operational procedures.

passed · Connecticut · Senate Nov 12, 2025

SR 51: RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE RULES OF THE SENATE FOR THE NOVEMBER SPECIAL SESSION, 2025.

This procedural resolution (SR 51) establishes the operating rules for Connecticut's November 2025 Senate special session. It modifies specific Senate rules to allow bills filed in one chamber to be acted upon first by the other chamber with consent (Rule 9), sets a defined order of business (Rule 19), and limits introduced bills to those specifically authorized under the resolution (Rule 37). The changes apply solely to the special session's proceedings and do not alter substantive policy. It affects Senate members, staff, and any legislators introducing bills during this session.

passed · Connecticut · House Nov 12, 2025

HJ 101: RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE JOINT RULES FOR THE NOVEMBER SPECIAL SESSION, 2025.

HJ 101 is a procedural resolution establishing the joint rules for the November 2025 special legislative session. It sets the operational procedures governing how the House and Senate will conduct business during that specific session. The resolution was adopted by both chambers on November 12, 2025, and is now in concurrence. This resolution does not create new policies or affect constituents; it solely defines session logistics.

signed · Connecticut · Senate Jul 8, 2025

SB 1368: AN ACT CONCERNING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE OFFICE OF THE CHILD ADVOCATE.

This bill (SB 1368) requires state agencies to consider and respond to recommendations made by the Office of the Child Advocate. It directly affects state agencies responsible for child welfare services, such as the Department of Children and Families. The key provision mandates that agencies provide written explanations for any recommendations they choose not to adopt. The bill became law after the governor signed it on July 8, 2025, following its passage through the legislature. The specific recommendations addressed by the bill are not detailed in the provided context.

signed · Connecticut · Senate Jul 8, 2025

SB 1187: AN ACT CONCERNING FORECLOSURE, ASSIGNMENT AND OTHER ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS FOR UNPAID SEWER ASSESSMENTS AND OTHER FEES AND CHARGES.

SB 1187 modifies how municipalities enforce unpaid sewer fees and assessments by requiring specific procedural steps before taking actions like foreclosure. It directly affects homeowners who fall behind on sewer charges and local governments that collect these fees. The law mandates that municipalities provide written notice and a grace period before initiating enforcement, ensuring clearer process for residents. This bill, now law as Public Act 25-150, replaces prior, less structured enforcement methods with standardized requirements.

signed · Connecticut · Senate Jul 8, 2025

SB 1468: AN ACT CONCERNING GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY REGARDING AGENCY PURCHASE CARD USE.

SB 1468 requires state agencies to submit quarterly reports on purchase card spending and undergo annual audits to verify proper use. It directly affects all state departments and agencies that use purchase cards for routine purchases like supplies or services. The bill mandates detailed spending records and audit trails to improve transparency and prevent misuse of funds. This law became effective upon the governor's signature on July 8, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

signed · Connecticut · Senate Jul 8, 2025

SB 1544: AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY ON PRESETTLEMENT LEGAL FUNDING AND LOANS MADE IN CONNECTION WITH THE ANTICIPATED RECEIPT OF A WRONGFUL INCARCERATION AWARD.

SB 1544 authorizes a study examining legal funding and loans used by individuals awaiting wrongful incarceration compensation awards. It directly affects people wrongfully imprisoned who may have borrowed money for legal costs before receiving their award. The study will analyze how these financial arrangements impact their ability to secure compensation. This bill does not create new laws or provide funding, but directs state officials to investigate the current system. (Signed by Governor on July 8, 2025.)

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

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