Rep. Gregg Haddad

Primary HB 5197

Signed into law · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING SOCIAL WORKERS.

Maddy summaryThis bill enacts the Social Work Licensure Compact, allowing licensed social workers to practice across multiple member states with a single license. The agreement creates a shared data system to track licensure and disciplinary records, ensuring that professionals can move between states without needing separate permits for each location. It also establishes rules for holding social workers accountable in the state where their clients are located and includes provisions to support military families and facilitate telehealth services.

Signed into law May 21, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 1

Signed into law · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF CONNECTICUT RESIDENTS.

Maddy summaryThis bill seeks to increase funding for the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. The additional resources are intended to improve early-stage care for individuals experiencing psychotic illnesses. By directing money to this specific department, the legislation aims to enhance the availability of comprehensive treatment services for these patients.

Signed into law May 21, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 5001

Signed into law · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT SUPPORTING CONNECTICUT SENIORS AND THE IMPROVEMENT OF NURSING AND HOME-BASED CARE.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a state-run registry to help connect seniors and their families with qualified home care providers while improving oversight of these workers. Starting in 2025, the registry will allow users to search for caregivers based on specific skills like language proficiency and certifications, and it will also assist providers with recruitment, training, and benefits. The legislation mandates that agencies hiring home companions require new employees to complete training on recognizing and responding to harassment, abuse, and discrimination by clients. Additionally, the bill directs a state council to develop plans for better recruiting, training, and wage standards for personal care attendants to ensure higher quality care.

Signed into law May 21, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 5491

Signed into law · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR VETERANS WHO HAVE A SERVICE-CONNECTED PERMANENT AND TOTAL DISABILITY RATING.

Maddy summaryHB 5491 establishes a new property tax exemption for Connecticut veterans who have a service-connected permanent and total disability rating from the Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill allows these veterans to exempt their primary residence from taxation, or if they lack a home, one motor vehicle garaged in the state. To qualify, veterans must submit proof of their disability rating to their local town assessor, with retroactive refunds available for up to three years if they missed the initial filing deadline. Additionally, the act modifies an existing lower-level disability exemption, increasing the property value threshold for veterans with non-permanent-and-total disabilities and adjusting amounts based on age and disability severity.

Signed into law May 21, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 5004

Passed · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF CERTAIN CLIMATE CHANGE MEASURES.

Passed May 3, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5052

In committee · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT SUPPORTING SOLAR ENERGY IN SCHOOLS.

In committee Apr 22, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 4

In committee · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, THE UNSOLICITED TRANSMISSION OF INTIMATE IMAGES BY MEANS OF AN ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICE AND THE IMPERMISSIBLE USE OF NONDISCLOSURE AGREEMENTS IN THE WORKPLACE.

In committee Apr 17, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 394

In committee · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN EXEMPTION FROM DISCLOSURE FOR CERTAIN HIGHER EDUCATION RECORDS PERTAINING TO TEACHING OR RESEARCH UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.

In committee Apr 11, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5228

In committee · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN LANDS AT AGRICULTURAL VALUE.

In committee Apr 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5164

In committee · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS.

In committee Mar 21, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track