Rep. Gary Turco

Primary HB 5174

In committee · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR DIAGNOSTIC AND SCREENING COLONOSCOPIES.

Maddy summaryHB 5174 requires health insurance plans to cover all diagnostic and screening colonoscopies, plus any necessary medical preparation recommended by a healthcare provider, with no out-of-pocket costs to the patient. This applies directly to individuals with individual or group health insurance policies who need these specific procedures. The bill mandates full coverage without deductibles, copays, or other cost-sharing for colonoscopies used to detect or prevent colon cancer. It targets a common preventive and diagnostic service, aiming to remove financial barriers to early detection. The legislation focuses on concrete coverage requirements, not on outcomes or broader policy impacts.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates full insurance coverage for colonoscopies with no cost-sharing, expanding patient access to preventive cancer care.95% confidence

In committee Jan 14, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5145

In committee · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT INCREASING THE AMOUNT OF THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR CONTRIBUTIONS TO STATE-ESTABLISHED 529 QUALIFIED STATE TUITION PROGRAMS.

Maddy summaryHB 5145 increases the state personal income tax deduction for contributions to state-run 529 college savings plans. It doubles the deduction limit from $5,000 to $10,000 for single filers and from $10,000 to $20,000 for joint filers. This change directly affects taxpayers who contribute to these state-established 529 plans, reducing their taxable income by the higher amount. The bill modifies existing tax law to provide greater tax savings for families saving for education expenses.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax deduction limits for 529 contributions, providing tax relief for education savings. Directly modifies tax law to reduce taxable income for families.90% confidence EducationSupports EducationIncreases tax deduction for 529 college savings plans, incentivizing higher education savings and expanding access to postsecondary funding.95% confidence

In committee Jan 14, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5189

In committee · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING THE TAX ASSESSMENT OF COMMON INTEREST COMMUNITY UNITS UPON THE REDUCTION OF MUNICIPAL SERVICES.

Maddy summaryHB 5189 allows municipalities to lower the property tax assessment for units within common interest communities (like condominiums or planned developments) when specific municipal services - such as garbage collection, trash disposal, or road maintenance - are reduced or eliminated for that unit. It directly affects homeowners in these communities whose tax bills may decrease if their local government stops providing certain services. The bill requires municipalities to adjust the tax assessment downward upon the reduction of those named services, rather than continuing to assess based on full service provision. This change provides a mechanism for tax relief tied directly to the actual reduction in municipal services received.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllows municipalities to lower property tax assessments for homeowners when services are reduced, providing direct tax relief to residents in common interest communities.90% confidence

In committee Jan 14, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5214

In committee · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT REQUIRING TOWING COMPANIES TO ACCEPT ALTERNATIVE FORMS OF PAYMENT.

Maddy summaryHB 5214 requires towing companies to accept cash, checks, credit cards, or debit cards for towing and storage fees, rather than potentially limiting payment to cash only. This directly affects vehicle owners who need to pay towing charges after their car is towed and towing companies that currently provide these services. The bill amends existing law to mandate these four specific payment methods, ensuring more flexible payment options for the public. It does not change towing fees or create new requirements beyond payment acceptance.

In committee Jan 14, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5222

In committee · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING THE ISSUANCE OF "DONATE LIFE" NUMBER PLATES.

Maddy summaryHB 5222 creates special "Donate Life" license plates for vehicle owners who choose to purchase them. A fee charged for these plates covers administrative costs and provides funding to a state nonprofit focused on organ and tissue donation. The bill aims to raise public awareness about the importance of organ and tissue donation through this voluntary plate program.

In committee Jan 14, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 7

Signed into law · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT STRENGTHENING PROTECTIONS FOR CONNECTICUT'S CONSUMERS OF ENERGY.

Signed into law Jun 29, 2023 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 5003

Signed into law · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN REVISIONS TO THE EDUCATION STATUTES.

Signed into law Jun 29, 2023 0 co-sponsors

Primary HJ 1

Passed · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

RESOLUTION APPROVING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT TO ALLOW NO-EXCUSE ABSENTEE VOTING.

Passed Jun 28, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 1036

Signed into law · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A GREATER HARTFORD REGIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCE TO COMBAT ILLEGAL ROADWAY TRAFFIC ACTIVITY.

Signed into law Jun 28, 2023 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 977

Signed into law · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING MEDICAL ASSISTANCE FOR SURGERY AND MEDICAL SERVICES RELATED TO TREATMENT OF OBESITY.

Signed into law Jun 28, 2023 0 co-sponsors