Rep. Gale Mastrofrancesco

Primary SJ 8

In committee · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

RESOLUTION AMENDING THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE TO REQUIRE PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR SPECIAL SESSION LEGISLATION.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 8) proposes amending the state constitution to require public hearings for any bill or resolution introduced during a special session of the General Assembly. It directly affects the legislature by mandating that all special session legislation undergo a public hearing before proceeding. The key provision would change the constitutional process, requiring these hearings for all special session bills rather than allowing them to move forward without public input. This is a procedural change affecting how the legislature handles special session legislation, not a substantive policy.

In committee Jan 8, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SJ 5

In committee · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

RESOLUTION PROPOSING A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT PROHIBITING THE IMPOSITION OF RETROACTIVE TAXES.

Maddy summaryThis resolution proposes amending the state constitution to prohibit the General Assembly from enacting tax increases or new taxes that apply to past tax periods (retroactive taxes). It directly affects the legislature's ability to pass such tax changes and impacts taxpayers who might otherwise face unexpected tax bills for prior years. The key provision would add a constitutional restriction preventing retroactive tax measures. This is a procedural proposal, not a law, requiring voter approval to become part of the state constitution.

Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesProhibits retroactive taxes, restricting legislative power to impose past-year tax increases, aligning with 'oppose' stance by limiting tax measures.95% confidence

In committee Jan 8, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 339

Signed into law · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT REQUIRING RESTITUTION WHEN A POLICE ANIMAL OR DOG IN A VOLUNTEER CANINE SEARCH AND RESCUE TEAM IS INJURED OR KILLED.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires individuals who intentionally injure or kill police animals or dogs in volunteer search and rescue teams to pay financial restitution. The law mandates that these payments cover veterinary costs for injuries and the expenses of purchasing and training a replacement animal if the original one is unable to work. Anyone found guilty of harming these working dogs faces felony charges, potential fines or imprisonment, and the obligation to reimburse the owning unit or individual. The financial penalties are designed to ensure that the costs of replacing injured or killed service animals are borne by the person responsible for the harm.

Signed into law May 28, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 253

Signed into law · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING FOREIGN POLITICAL SPENDING.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Connecticut election laws by adding specific definitions for terms like "foreign national," "foreign principal," and "foreign owner" to clarify who is subject to foreign political spending restrictions. It establishes that entities with significant foreign ownership or control, including certain non-U.S. citizens and specific types of organizations, are now explicitly covered under these regulations. Additionally, the bill repeals and replaces existing sections of the general statutes that outline illegal practices related to campaign contributions and voting inducements. These changes aim to provide clearer legal boundaries for foreign entities engaging in political activities without altering the fundamental rules governing campaign finance.

Signed into law May 21, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SJ 6

Passed · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING AND HONORING VETERANS OF THE VIETNAM WAR WHO WERE EXPOSED TO AGENT ORANGE.

Passed May 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 261

Passed · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL INTERESTS UNDER THE STATE CODE OF ETHICS FOR PUBLIC OFFICIALS.

Passed May 4, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 390

Failed · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING PENALTIES FOR CERTAIN ELECTION CRIMES.

Failed May 3, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 260

Passed · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING CONFLICTS OF INTEREST DUE TO AN EMPLOYER OTHER THAN THE STATE UNDER THE STATE CODE OF ETHICS FOR PUBLIC OFFICIALS.

Passed Apr 19, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 259

Passed · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING CONTRACTING WITH QUASI-PUBLIC AGENCIES UNDER THE STATE CODES OF ETHICS.

Passed Apr 19, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5413

Passed · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING THE ILLEGAL USE OF CERTAIN VEHICLES AND STREET TAKEOVERS.

Passed Apr 19, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track