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All 25,009 Active 13 In committee 20,814 Passed 2,253 Signed 1,925 Failed 111

signed · Connecticut · House Jun 9, 2025

HB 7259: AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO VARIOUS STATUTES CONCERNING CRIMINAL JUSTICE.

HB 7259 updates Connecticut's criminal justice laws primarily by revising DNA evidence handling and sexual assault evidence protocols. It requires healthcare facilities treating sexual assault victims to offer three evidence collection options: "anonymous" (no name/reporting), "identified" (name but no report), or "reported" (name + report to police), with victims choosing at the time of evidence collection. The bill also clarifies when DNA data from the state lab can be shared with law enforcement (only after a match confirmation) and mandates that exculpatory DNA evidence must be disclosed to defendants. These changes apply directly to healthcare facilities, law enforcement agencies, and sexual assault victims.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

signed · Connecticut · Senate Jun 9, 2025

SB 1405: AN ACT MODIFYING CAMPAIGN FINANCE LAWS AND THE POWERS OF THE STATE ELECTIONS ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION.

SB 1405 modifies campaign finance regulations and expands the authority of the State Elections Enforcement Commission. It directly affects political campaigns, candidates, and the Commission by changing contribution limits, disclosure requirements, and enforcement powers. Key provisions include updated rules for donor transparency and enhanced Commission oversight of election-related spending. The bill became law as Public Act 25-26 after the governor's signature on June 9, 2025.

signed · Connecticut · Senate Jun 9, 2025

SB 1297: AN ACT CONCERNING MINOR REVISIONS TO THE HIGHER EDUCATION STATUTES CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CONNECTICUT STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE AND THE BOARD OF REGENTS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION.

This bill (SB 1297, now Public Act 25-22) makes minor technical updates to Connecticut's higher education statutes related to the Connecticut State Community College and the Board of Regents for Higher Education. The context provided does not specify the exact nature of these revisions or identify who is directly affected by them. As a "minor revisions" bill, it does not describe significant new policies or mechanisms. The bill was enacted by the governor on June 9, 2025, but the provided context lacks details on the specific statutory changes.

signed · Connecticut · Senate Jun 9, 2025

SB 1238: AN ACT CONCERNING THE LEGISLATIVE COMMISSIONERS' RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MINOR AND TECHNICAL REVISIONS TO STATUTES CONCERNING CONSUMER PROTECTION.

SB 1238 is a procedural bill that incorporates minor, technical revisions to existing consumer protection statutes based on recommendations from legislative commissioners. It does not create new consumer protections or alter substantive rights; instead, it corrects minor inconsistencies, typographical errors, or outdated references in current law. The bill was enacted as Public Act 25-31 after passing the legislature and receiving the governor's signature on June 9, 2025. These revisions streamline the legal text for clarity and accuracy without changing the underlying consumer protection policies.

signed · Connecticut · Senate Jun 9, 2025

SB 1114: AN ACT CONCERNING THE LEGISLATIVE COMMISSIONERS' RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TECHNICAL REVISIONS TO THE HIGHER EDUCATION STATUTES.

SB 1114 implements recommendations from Legislative Commissioners to make technical corrections to existing higher education statutes. It fixes minor wording or formatting errors in the law without changing policy, directly affecting how higher education statutes are written and referenced. The bill became law (Public Act 25-21) after receiving final approval and the Governor's signature on June 9, 2025.

signed · Connecticut · Senate Jun 9, 2025

SB 1221: AN ACT MAKING CHANGES TO THE CONNECTICUT RETIREMENT SECURITY PROGRAM.

SB 1221 amended Connecticut's Retirement Security Program, directly affecting state employees participating in the program. The bill made specific changes to the program's structure or benefits, though the exact provisions are not detailed in the provided context. It became law after passing both chambers and receiving the governor's signature on June 9, 2025. As a substantive policy change, it alters the retirement benefits framework for eligible state workers. The summary is limited to the confirmed legislative status and program name, as specific mechanisms were not included in the given bill details.

signed · Connecticut · Senate Jun 9, 2025

SB 721: AN ACT DESIGNATING NATIONAL WOMEN VETERANS RECOGNITION DAY.

SB 721 designates the third Friday in June as "National Women Veterans Recognition Day" within the state. This procedural bill formally establishes a ceremonial observance to honor women veterans' service and contributions. It does not create new benefits, funding, or legal requirements; it solely sets a date for recognition. The bill was enacted as Public Act 25-20 after receiving gubernatorial approval on June 9, 2025.

Topics ✓ Veterans

signed · Connecticut · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 5008: AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE CONNECTICUT-PUERTO RICO TRADE COMMISSION.

HB 5008 creates the Connecticut-Puerto Rico Trade Commission to formally promote economic collaboration between Connecticut businesses and Puerto Rico. The commission, composed of state officials and private sector representatives, will coordinate trade initiatives, identify market opportunities, and facilitate business connections between the two regions. It directly affects Connecticut businesses seeking to expand into Puerto Rico and Puerto Rican entities aiming to engage with Connecticut markets. The law establishes a structured mechanism for ongoing trade relationship development, moving beyond informal efforts to a dedicated state-led body.

signed · Connecticut · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 6222: AN ACT CONCERNING THE TAKING OF EASTERN OYSTERS AND INVASIVE AQUATIC SPECIES.

HB 6222 requires Connecticut's Agriculture Commissioner to review a university study on minimum eastern oyster size limits by February 2026, with recommendations to the environment committee based on scientific input. It repeals an existing law and creates a new licensing system for bait dealers, mandating a $63 annual license to sell bait species (excluding live carp and goldfish) and requiring record-keeping and reporting. The bill directly affects commercial oyster harvesters (through future size regulations) and businesses selling bait (through new licensing rules). Key provisions include mandatory licenses for bait dealers, prohibitions on certain invasive species (live carp/goldfish), and annual reporting requirements to prevent illegal sales. The law takes effect October 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Environment

signed · Connecticut · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 6442: AN ACT CONCERNING VARIOUS MEASURES RECOGNIZING AND HONORING THE MILITARY SERVICE OF VETERANS AND MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES IN CONNECTICUT.

HB 6442 honors Connecticut veterans and active-duty military members through symbolic recognition measures. It became Public Act 25-15 after being signed by the governor on June 3, 2025. The bill directly affects veterans and military personnel in Connecticut by establishing ceremonial or commemorative provisions, though specific mechanisms (like naming honors or events) are not detailed in the provided context. As a recognition measure, it does not create new benefits or alter existing laws.

Topics ✓ Veterans

signed · Connecticut · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 6771: AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND DEMENTIA TASK FORCE, REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR BIOMARKER TESTING AND CONCERNING TRANSFERS AND DISCHARGES IN RESIDENTIAL CARE HOMES, TUITION WAIVERS FOR NURSING HOME RESIDENTS WHO TAKE COURSES AT REGIONAL COMMUNITY-TECHNICAL COLLEGES AND CLOSURES AND EVACUATIONS OF RESIDENTIAL CARE HOMES AND NURSING HOMES.

HB 6771 establishes a state task force to develop Alzheimer's and dementia care policies, directly affecting patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers. It requires health insurers to cover biomarker testing for diagnosis and creates new rules for residential care home transfers, discharges, and emergency closures. The bill also provides tuition waivers for nursing home residents taking courses at local community-technical colleges. Signed into law as Public Act 25-16 on June 3, 2025, it mandates concrete policy changes for dementia care access and facility operations.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare

signed · Connecticut · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 6913: AN ACT PROHIBITING LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES FROM DISCRIMINATING AGAINST LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY RESIDENTS.

HB 6913, now Public Act 25-17, bans long-term care facilities (like nursing homes) from discriminating against residents. It directly affects residents in these facilities by prohibiting unfair treatment based on protected characteristics such as race, disability, or other personal factors. The law requires facilities to follow non-discrimination standards in all resident services and care decisions. This policy change takes effect immediately upon the governor's signature on June 3, 2025, ensuring residents are treated fairly under state law.

Topics ✓ Healthcare