Sen. Cathy Osten

Maddy summarySB 880 amends state law to allow parole officers to provide armed security services in public schools. This directly affects parole officers, who would become eligible for school security roles, and public schools that may choose to hire them. The key provision permits parole officers to carry firearms while performing school security duties under the amended statute. The bill changes existing law to include parole officers as authorized personnel for school safety roles, without altering other security requirements.

Maddy summarySB 918 authorizes the state to issue up to $1.4 million in bonds to fund the purchase of "Bond property" in Montville. The proceeds will be provided as a grant-in-aid to the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) for this specific real estate transaction. The bill directly affects the state budget and DEEP's acquisition of this property in Montville, with no broader policy changes or direct impact on residents or businesses.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the state to issue up to $500,000 in bonds to fund stabilization and renovation work for the Bozrah Fire Department facility. The funds would be distributed through a grant-in-aid from the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection to the town of Bozrah. The legislation directs the State Bond Commission to approve the bond issuance under existing state statutes, allowing the town to use the money for facility improvements.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the state to issue up to five million dollars in bonds to fund a sewer expansion project in the Fitchville section of Bozrah. The funds would be distributed as a grant to the town of Bozrah by the Department of Public Health to help cover the costs of expanding sewer infrastructure. The legislation directs the State Bond Commission to approve the bond issuance under existing state laws. This measure directly affects the town of Bozrah by providing financial support for local infrastructure improvements.

Maddy summarySB 927 authorizes the state to issue up to $820,000 in bonds to fund specific upgrades at Lisbon Central School in Lisbon. The funds would provide a grant-in-aid to the Lisbon school district for improvements to the gym and associated areas, plus the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. The Department of Education would manage the grant disbursement using the bond proceeds. This bill directly affects Lisbon Central School and its students, staff, and district by enabling physical infrastructure upgrades. The legislation focuses solely on authorizing the bond issuance and funding mechanism for these defined school improvements.

Maddy summarySB 925 authorizes the state to issue up to $700,000 in bonds to fund a generator installation for Regional School District Number 8. The funds, managed by the Department of Education, will complete a generator to create a regional shelter, directly benefiting this specific school district. The bill provides a targeted grant-in-aid through state bond financing, with no broader policy changes or new regulations.

Maddy summarySB 913 authorizes the state to issue up to $1.35 million in bonds to fund specific repairs in Montville. The funds will replace the fuel tank at the Montville bus garage and the roof at Palmer School, directly benefiting the Montville School District. The Department of Education will provide the grant-in-aid to the district for these infrastructure projects. This bill is a targeted funding measure for physical facility upgrades, not a broader policy change.

Maddy summarySB 911 authorizes the state to issue up to $2 million in bonds to fund the completion of a pedestrian bridge over the Hop River and a Flanders Road underpass in the Town of Columbia. The funds will be provided as a grant to the town through the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP). This bill directly affects the Town of Columbia by providing state financial support for a specific infrastructure project aimed at improving pedestrian safety and connectivity. The legislation does not change existing laws but allocates dedicated funding for this defined construction work.

Maddy summarySB 916 authorizes the state to issue up to $1.95 million in bonds to fund physical upgrades at Montville's Town Hall and Senior Center. The funds, administered through the Department of Economic and Community Development, will provide a grant to Montville for specific repairs including roof replacement, boiler replacement, and brick repointing. This bill directly affects Montville residents who use these public facilities, as the town will receive state funding for necessary infrastructure improvements. The bill focuses solely on enabling the financial mechanism for these facility upgrades, with no broader policy changes or new regulations.

Maddy summarySB 863 allocates $1 million from the General Fund to the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection for community programs that teach people how to control severe bleeding in emergencies. The funding supports local training initiatives to equip community members with life-saving techniques for bleeding incidents, directly benefiting residents in areas where rapid response may be delayed. This fiscal year 2026 appropriation requires the department to develop and implement these stop-the-bleed programs across communities. The bill focuses solely on providing financial resources for training, with no new regulations or requirements for individuals or organizations.