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in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 10: AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR THE PROBATE COURTS.

SB 10 appropriates $4.7 million from the General Fund for the 2027 fiscal year to increase compensation for court-appointed conservators (guardians for vulnerable individuals) handling indigent cases. This funding aligns conservator pay with the state's minimum wage increase, as recommended by a working group. The bill directly affects conservators managing cases involving low-income individuals who cannot afford legal representation. It provides a specific, concrete funding mechanism to update compensation rates without altering broader legal procedures.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $4.7M from General Fund to fund conservator pay for indigent cases, directly increasing public service funding per minimum wage alignment.95% confidence
Craig Fishbein (R) Paul Cicarella (R)
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 51: AN ACT CONCERNING THE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT TAX CREDIT EXCHANGE RATE FOR BIOTECHNOLOGY COMPANIES.

SB 51 increases the research and development (R&D) tax credit exchange rate to 100% specifically for biotechnology companies in Connecticut. This change directly affects biotech firms by allowing them to claim the full value of eligible R&D expenses as a tax credit against state tax liability. The bill amends Section 12-217ee of the general statutes to implement this rate increase, replacing any previous lower credit rate for this industry. The policy change provides a concrete financial incentive to support biotech research and development activities within the state.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesIncreases tax credit rate for biotech, reducing state revenue. Creates targeted corporate tax break, aligning with 'oppose' indicator of tax breaks for specific industries.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill provides 100% R&D tax credit for biotech R&D, directly funding and strengthening biotechnology sector through tax incentives.95% confidence
Heather Somers (R)
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 44: AN ACT CONCERNING THE QUALIFYING INCOME THRESHOLDS FOR THE SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS DEDUCTION FROM THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX.

SB 44 increases the income thresholds for taxpayers to claim the full deduction of Social Security benefits from their state personal income tax. Specifically, it raises the limit to under $100,000 for unmarried individuals and those filing separately, and under $150,000 for heads of households and married couples filing jointly. This change directly affects state taxpayers who receive Social Security benefits and file income tax returns. The bill modifies the existing deduction rules by expanding the income range where the full benefit is applied, without altering the deduction amount itself. It does not change the tax rate or eligibility for the deduction, only the income level at which the full deduction applies.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases income thresholds for Social Security benefits tax deduction, providing tax relief to middle-income taxpayers filing under the new limits.90% confidence
Paul Cicarella (R)
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 16: AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR THE EASY BREATHING ASTHMA PROGRAM.

SB 16 allocates $500,000 from the General Fund to the Department of Public Health for the Easy Breathing Asthma Program during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill directly funds this program, which supports asthma management services for residents. It provides no new policy requirements or program changes - only a specific funding appropriation to sustain existing services. The bill is purely financial, with no additional mechanisms or beneficiary details specified.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $500,000 for asthma program funding, supporting public health services via budget appropriation.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $500,000 for asthma program funding, sustaining existing health services without restrictions or policy changes.95% confidence
Craig Fishbein (R) John Kissel (R)
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 49: AN ACT ELIMINATING THE HIGHWAY USE TAX.

SB 49 eliminates the highway use tax by amending Section 12-493a of the general statutes to remove this tax provision from state law. It directly affects vehicle owners who previously paid this tax as part of registration or road usage fees. The bill’s key mechanism is the deletion of the tax requirement from existing statutes, removing the obligation for taxpayers. This policy change would end the collection of the highway use tax without creating new fees or exemptions. The bill’s purpose statement explicitly states it aims to eliminate the highway use tax entirely.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill eliminates highway use tax, providing direct tax relief by removing a tax obligation for vehicle owners, aligning with tax relief indicators.95% confidence
Eric Berthel (R)
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 58: AN ACT RESTORING THE CAP ON A COMBINED GROUP'S TAX LIABILITY ON A UNITARY BASIS.

SB 58 restores a $2.5 million cap on tax liability for business groups that file taxes together under a "unitary" structure. It amends section 12-218e of the tax code to reinstate this limit, which was removed by a prior law (public act 25-168). The bill directly affects multi-entity business groups that combine their tax filings. This change sets a specific maximum tax amount these groups must pay under the unitary filing system.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestores $2.5M tax liability cap for business groups, limiting state tax revenue from unitary filers by restricting tax collection.90% confidence
Jason Perillo (R)
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 81: AN ACT CONCERNING THE PRIVATIZATION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES.

SB 81 requires the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles to develop a plan for privatizing state DMV operations and submit it to the transportation committee by October 1, 2026. The plan would detail how private companies might handle services like driver's license processing and vehicle registration, currently managed by state employees. The bill's stated purpose is to save state funds and improve efficiency through potential privatization. This legislation does not implement privatization but mandates a formal plan for legislative consideration.
Craig Fishbein (R) Rob Sampson (R) Mark Anderson (R)
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 38: AN ACT ESTABLISHING A CAPITAL GAINS TAX ON CERTAIN ENDOWMENT FUNDS OF INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND CONCERNING THE USE OF THE REVENUE GENERATED.

SB 38 imposes a capital gains tax on endowment funds at institutions of higher education valued at over $500,000 per student. The tax applies to growth in these endowments and generates revenue specifically for reducing required contributions to Connecticut's Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (Section 31-49g). This bill directly affects public and private universities meeting the per-student endowment threshold. The policy change shifts revenue from higher education endowments to lower costs for workers participating in the state's leave insurance program.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes new tax on university endowments to generate revenue specifically for funding Connecticut's Paid Family and Medical Leave program, increasing state revenue for public services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates revenue from endowment tax to reduce contributions to Connecticut's Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program, directly expanding healthcare coverage funding.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill redirects endowment tax revenue to fund Connecticut's Paid Family and Medical Leave Program, directly supporting worker benefits and employment protections.90% confidence
Ryan Fazio (R)
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 57: AN ACT CONCERNING THE SALES PRICE THRESHOLD OF MOTOR VEHICLES SUBJECT TO A HIGHER SALES AND USE TAXES RATE.

SB 57 raises the sales price threshold for motor vehicles subject to a higher 7.75% sales and use tax rate from $65,000 to "more than $65,000." This change directly affects buyers of new or used vehicles priced above this new threshold, meaning they will now pay the lower standard tax rate instead of the higher rate. The bill also requires the threshold to automatically adjust annually based on inflation to maintain its real value over time. This policy update simplifies tax application for higher-priced vehicles and ensures the threshold keeps pace with economic changes.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill adjusts tax threshold for inflation to maintain fiscal responsibility, simplifying tax application while preventing unintended revenue shifts.85% confidence
Heather Somers (R)
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 66: AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TEMPORARY PERSONAL INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR TIPS OR GRATUITIES.

SB 66 would create a temporary tax deduction for workers who declare tips or gratuities on their income tax returns. It allows a deduction of up to $25,000 per year for tips earned during 2026-2028, reducing taxable income for affected workers. The deduction phases out for single filers with incomes over $150,000 and married couples filing jointly over $300,000. This policy directly impacts service industry workers who report tip income, lowering their tax burden for the specified period.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides temporary tax relief for service workers via deduction, reducing taxable income for middle/lower earners (phased out above $150k/$300k).95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides tax deduction for tips, lowering taxable income for service workers and increasing take-home pay.95% confidence
Jeff Gordon (R)
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 36: AN ACT DECREASING THE PASSPORT TO THE PARKS FEE AND INCREASING THE NONRESIDENT PARKING PASS FEE AT ANY STATE PARK.

SB 36 lowers the annual vehicle registration fee for Connecticut residents from $24 to $20 ("Passport to the Parks Fee"). It simultaneously raises the nonresident annual parking pass fee at all state parks, forests, boat launches, and recreational facilities from $112 to $175. The bill directly affects Connecticut residents (receiving a $4 annual reduction) and nonresidents (paying $63 more annually for parking access). These specific fee adjustments are implemented through amendments to existing statutes governing vehicle registration and park access fees.
Craig Fishbein (R) Jeff Gordon (R)
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 32: AN ACT CONCERNING THE LEARN HERE, LIVE HERE PROGRAM.

SB 32 increases the annual funding for the Learn Here, Live Here program to a maximum of $5 million and restricts eligibility to individuals earning $75,000 or less annually. The bill amends existing law to adjust both the program's budget cap and income threshold for participants. This change directly affects low-income residents seeking housing or educational support through this initiative. The policy shifts program access to prioritize those with lower household incomes while expanding the available funding.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases state budget allocation for low-income housing/education program to $5M, expanding eligibility for lower-income participants. Direct funding increase for public service.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases $5M funding for low-income housing program, restricting eligibility to $75k earners, advancing affordable housing access for targeted residents.95% confidence
Tony Hwang (R)
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