HB05001*4707*2021*162*CB *AN ACT INCREASING THE QUALIFYING INCOME THRESHOLD FOR THE PENSION AND ANNUITY INCOME DEDUCTION FOR MARRIED INDIVIDUALS FILING JOINTLY.*To increase the qualifying income threshold for the pension and annuity income deduction for married individuals filing jointly, to twice the amount of the qualifying income threshold for unmarried individuals.*0*0*0*0*0*9***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05002*200*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A GRACE PERIOD FOR TAXPAYERS TO CORRECT PAYMENT PROCESSING PROBLEMS.*To establish a grace period for taxpayers to address a payment processing problem for taxes owed without incurring a penalty.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05003*283*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A WATER LINE ON JACKSON STREET IN THE TOWN OF THOMASTON.*To construct a water line on Jackson Street in Thomaston.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05004*182*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING BREASTFEEDING SUPPLIES FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt breastfeeding supplies from the sales and use taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05005*175*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE WAIVER OF INTEREST LEVIED ON DELINQUENT PROPERTY TAXES.*To allow municipalities to waive the eighteen per cent interest levied on delinquent property taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05006*168*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF FUNDS IN THE CONNECTICUT LAKES, RIVERS AND PONDS PRESERVATION ACCOUNT.*To establish clear requirements for priority funding to combat aquatic invasive species within Connecticut lakes, rivers and ponds.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05007*275*2021*162*PB *AN ACT WITHDRAWING CONNECTICUT FROM THE AGREEMENT AMONG THE STATES TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES BY NATIONAL POPULAR VOTE.*To withdraw the state from the Agreement Among the States to Elect the President of the United States by National Popular Vote.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05008*274*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING ELECTION DAY REGISTRATION.*To eliminate election day registration.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05009*228*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ELECTORAL PRIVILEGES OF CERTAIN INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS AND PAROLEES.*To provide for restoration of electoral privileges to individuals incarcerated as a result of felonies of certain classifications and retention of such privileges by individuals who may be so incarcerated in the future, as well as to restore the electoral privileges of convicted felons who are on parole.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05010*164*2021*162*PB *AN ACT LIMITING THE NUMBER OF STATE AGENCY REGULATIONS.*To reduce the regulatory burden on our state's businesses and residents by limiting the number of state agency regulations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05011*4432*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COPYING OF PUBLIC RECORDS UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.*To reduce the fee for copying public records and eliminate the fee for copying records that are not land records with a camera, cell phone or portable scanner.*0*0*0*1*0*4*332**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB05012*166*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROPORTIONALLY AWARDING THE STATE'S ELECTORAL COLLEGE VOTES FOR PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.*To more proportionally award Connecticut's Electoral College votes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05013*2684*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING MANDATED HEALTH INSURANCE BENEFIT REVIEW.*To alter the manner in which the General Assembly enacts new mandated health insurance benefits.*0*0*0*0*0*7*244**2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB05014*230*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING DATA REPORTING TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL LAW CONCERNING PARITY OF BENEFITS FOR PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH CARE SERVICES.*To use data reporting to support parity of benefits for physical and mental health services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05015*229*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PEER SUPPORT SPECIALISTS AND REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR OUTPATIENT PEER SUPPORT SERVICES PROVIDED BY CERTIFIED PEER SUPPORT SPECIALISTS.*To require: (1) The Commissioner of Public Health to adopt regulations (A) providing for the certification and education of peer support specialists, and (B) specifying the peer support services that a certified peer support specialist may provide to another individual in this state; and (2) health insurance coverage for peer support services provided by certified peer support specialists on an outpatient basis.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05016*189*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXCLUDING BEER MANUFACTURERS, THEIR EMPLOYEES AND THE DEPENDENTS OF THEIR EMPLOYEES FROM VARIOUS PROVISIONS OF THE INSURANCE STATUTES CONCERNING SMALL EMPLOYER HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE.*To exclude beer manufacturers, their employees and the dependents of their employees from various provisions of the insurance statutes concerning small employer health insurance coverage.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05017*116*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR GENETIC CYSTIC FIBROSIS SCREENINGS FOR WOMEN.*To require health insurance coverage for genetic cystic fibrosis screenings for women.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05018*254*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RESTRICTING REGISTERED SEX OFFENDERS FROM THE VICINITY OF A SCHOOL BUS STOP.*To prevent opportunities for registered sex offenders to engage with students at school bus stops.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05019*191*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE OFFERING OF SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS AT HOTELS, MOTELS OR SIMILAR LODGINGS AT AN HOURLY RATE AND REQUIRING THAT USERS OF SUCH PLACES OF PUBLIC ACCOMMODATION PROVIDE THE OPERATOR WITH POSITIVE PROOF OF IDENTIFICATION.*To protect victims of sex trafficking and enhance the ability of law enforcement personnel to apprehend and prosecute individuals who promote sex trafficking.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05020*86*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOLDERS OF COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSES AND ELIGIBILITY TO PARTICIPATE IN PRETRIAL ALCOHOL EDUCATION PROGRAMS.*To allow holders of commercial driver's licenses to participate in alcohol education programming under certain circumstances.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05021*49*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING THE REQUIREMENT THAT A REAL ESTATE CLOSING BE CONDUCTED BY AN ATTORNEY WHO IS LICENSED AND IN GOOD STANDING IN THIS STATE.*To eliminate the requirement that a real estate closing be conducted by an attorney who is licensed and in good standing in this state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05022*58*2021*162*PB *AN ACT LIMITING THE DURATION OF A RENEWAL OF THE DECLARATION OF A PUBLIC HEALTH OR CIVIL PREPAREDNESS EMERGENCY DURING A PANDEMIC.*To limit the duration of a renewal of the declaration of a public health or civil preparedness emergency during a pandemic to not longer than a month.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05023*54*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING IMMUNITY FROM ARREST FOR POSSESSION OF ALCOHOL BY A MINOR WHEN A PERSON UNDER TWENTY-ONE YEARS OF AGE SEEKS ASSISTANCE FOR POSSIBLE ALCOHOL POISONING.*To save lives by encouraging minors to seek medical assistance for alcohol poisoning.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05024*53*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SURGICAL SMOKE IN THE OPERATING ROOM.*To require hospitals and outpatient surgical facilities to adopt and implement a policy to prevent human exposure to surgical smoke through the use of a surgical smoke evacuation system.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05025*47*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE DENTAL COMMISSION.*To include a dental hygienist on the State Dental Commission.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05026*61*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DESIGNATING A PORTION OF ROUTES 68 AND 70 IN CHESHIRE AS A BIKEWAY.*To designate a portion of a roadway in Cheshire as a bikeway in accordance with the Department of Transportation's Active Transportation Plan.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05027*3279*2021*162*CB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE BANKING COMMISSIONER TO ESTABLISH A FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER SAVINGS ACCOUNT PROGRAM AND ESTABLISHING A TAX DEDUCTION FOR CONTRIBUTIONS TO FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER SAVINGS ACCOUNTS.*To require the Banking Commissioner to establish a first-time homebuyer savings account program and to establish a tax deduction for contributions to first-time homebuyer savings accounts.*0*0*0*1*0*14*85**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05028*267*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR YOUTH SPORTS COACHES, TRAINERS AND INSTRUCTORS.*To require background checks for coaches, trainers and instructors involved in organized youth sports.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05029*219*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALE, TRADE AND DISTRIBUTION OF SHARK FINS.*To prohibit the practice of shark finning.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05030*239*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE TRACKING OF CLIMATE CHANGE-RELATED EMISSIONS FROM FOODS CONSUMED BY RESIDENTS OF THE STATE.*To enable residents of the state to make dietary decisions based on climate change emissions from foods they may consume.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05031*238*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALE, TRADE OR DISTRIBUTION OF NEW ANIMAL FUR.*To prohibit the sale and trade of new animal fur products in the state of Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05032*195*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PERFORMANCE OF PERC TESTS.*To provide that if a septic system is in the back yard of a home, with a well in the front yard, the required perc test shall only be done where the septic is currently located.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05033*188*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AMENDING THE BOTTLE BILL TO INCLUDE NIPS.*To encourage the recycling of nip bottles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05034*196*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING OPEN LOCATIONS FOR SERVICE DOGS.*To allow for the expansion of the types of settings where service dogs are permitted.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05035*205*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AIR QUALITY IN CERTAIN DISTRESSED MUNICIPALITIES.*To establish a plan to analyze the air quality in areas of distressed municipalities affected by incinerators and industry that produce dust or toxicity.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05036*167*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE TRAILS ON STATE PROPERTY.*To authorize all-terrain vehicle trails on state property.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05037*206*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING ENVIRONMENTAL ENFORCEMENT.*To enhance penalties under environmental protection statutes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05038*278*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE RENOVATION OF THE THOMASTON OPERA HOUSE.*To provide a grant of funds to the town of Thomaston for the renovation of the Thomaston Opera House.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05039*279*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A PERSONAL INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR CERTAIN COLLEGE GRADUATES WITH STEM DEGREES.*To reestablish a credit against the personal income tax for certain college graduates who receive a degree in a science, technology, engineering or math-related field.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05040*331*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN ADJUSTMENTS FOR SENIORS TO PERSONAL INCOME TAX DEDUCTIONS.*To require that, for seniors, (1) qualifying income thresholds for personal income tax deductions be adjusted for inflation, and (2) income from individual retirement accounts that is currently taxable be exempt from the personal income tax.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05041*284*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE RENOVATION OF THE THOMASTON OPERA HOUSE.*To provide a grant of funds to the town of Thomaston for the renovation of the Thomaston Opera House.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05042*412*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ABSENTEE BALLOTS AND VERIFICATION OF SIGNATURES.*To require absentee ballot counters to verify an electors' signatures on returned absentee ballot inner envelopes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05043*221*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING ADVANCE DIRECTIVE AWARENESS WEEK.*To establish Advance Directive Awareness Week.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05044*410*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CHILDREN AND DIGITAL PRIVACY.*To prohibit the collection and commercial use of certain digital information concerning minors.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05045*180*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING ACCESS TO MEDICAL SPECIALISTS FOR MEDICAID BENEFICIARIES IN SOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT.*To ensure adequate access to medical specialists in southeastern Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05046*406*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING THE SUNSET DATE FOR CONNECTICUT FOUNDATION SOLUTIONS INDEMNITY COMPANY, INC.*To extend the sunset date for the captive insurance company established pursuant to section 38a-91vv of the general statutes to June 30, 2030.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05047*407*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE POLICIES AND COVERAGE FOR THE PERIL OF COLLAPSE.*To require homeowners insurance policies to provide coverage for the peril of collapse and mitigation undertaken to prevent all or part of the covered dwelling from falling down or caving in.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05048*185*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROPERTY THAT IS EXEMPT FROM A JUDGMENT CREDITOR.*To increase the value of certain personal and real property that shall be exempt from a judgment creditor and provide that the cash surrender value of life insurance policies shall be exempt from a judgment creditor.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05049*286*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CASH BAIL.*To provide that a cash bail with a deposit of ten per cent be offered only by an order of the court and shall not be authorized automatically.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05050*295*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE UNLAWFUL DISSEMINATION OF INTIMATE IMAGES.*To elevate the penalty for dissemination of intimate images in the case of dissemination to multiple persons by certain electronic means.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05051*69*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO COMMUNICATIONS AND THE ADOPTION AND AMENDMENT OF BYLAWS IN COMMON INTEREST COMMUNITIES.*To update the requirements for common interest communities relating to: (1) Communications from the association to the unit owners in such communities; and (2) the adoption and amendment of bylaws in such communities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05052*292*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPRIVATION OF CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS BY STATE ELECTED OFFICIALS.*To ensure state elected officials are held to the same standard as police officers in protecting the Constitutional rights of state residents.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05053*245*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO COUNSEL IN CERTAIN SUMMARY PROCESS PROCEEDINGS.*To ensure that any tenant negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic has access to legal counsel in a summary process proceeding.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05054*334*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROFESSIONAL MALPRACTICE COMMITTED BY A GUARDIAN AD LITEM IN A FAMILY RELATIONS PROCEEDING.*To: (1) Ensure that parents, guardians and others aggrieved by the professional malpractice of a guardian ad litem appointed in a family relations matter have the ability to bring a civil malpractice action against such guardian ad litem, and (2) abolish qualified or absolute immunity as a defense that may be raised by a guardian ad litem in a professional malpractice action.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05055*335*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ADOPTION OF CHILDREN BY RELATIVE CAREGIVERS.*To promote the adoption of children by relative caregivers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05056*192*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FAMILY RELATIONS MATTERS ALLEGING CONTEMPT OF A COURT ORDER.*To provide uniformity, consistency and fairness in contempt proceedings held in family court.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05057*277*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE AUTHORITY OF THE PROBATE COURT TO ORDER THAT A PERSON WITH A SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER OR PSYCHIATRIC DISABILITY SUBMIT TO AN INVOLUNTARY MEDICAL EVALUATION AND ASSISTED OUTPATIENT MEDICAL TREATMENT.*To provide a Probate Court with the authority to order a person with a substance use disorder or psychiatric disability to submit to an involuntary medical evaluation and assisted outpatient medical treatment.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05058*337*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ISSUANCE OF DEBIT CARDS TO INCARCERATED PERSONS BEING RELEASED INTO THE COMMUNITY.*To allow a formerly incarcerated person easier access to his or her funds upon release into the community.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05059*36*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A PROPERTY OWNER'S LIABILITY FOR THE EXPENSES OF REMOVING A FALLEN TREE OR TREE LIMB.*To impose liability on an owner of private real property for the expenses of removing a tree or tree limb located on such real property that falls on adjoining private real property.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05060*288*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES TASK FORCE.*To study and evaluate the PILOT formula as applied to municipalities in which more than fifty per cent of the land in such municipality is owned by the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05061*220*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NONMEDICAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES FOR NURSING HOME RESIDENTS.*To increase the socialization of nursing home residents who do not have access to transportation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05062*225*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DETERRING ABUSE IN NURSING HOMES.*To deter abuse in nursing homes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05063*217*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FOLLOW-UP SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS DISCHARGED FROM SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER REHABILITATION FACILITIES.*To provide follow-up services to persons discharged from substance use disorder rehabilitation facilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05064*218*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REGIONAL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS.*To statutorily establish regional behavioral health organizations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05065*247*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING FUNERAL DIRECTORS TO OFFER CATERED FOOD AND BEVERAGES.*To allow food and beverages to be consumed in funeral homes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05066*177*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS EXPOSED TO A TRAUMATIC EVENT.*To create a broader safety net of care and support for individuals in the community who have been exposed to a traumatic event.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05067*178*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING INFORMED CONSENT FOR A PELVIC OR PROSTATE EXAMINATION ON A PATIENT WHO IS UNDER DEEP SEDATION OR ANESTHESIA OR UNCONSCIOUS.*To prohibit unauthorized pelvic and prostate examinations on patients who have been administered sedation or anesthesia or are unconscious.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05068*216*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RECOVERY NAVIGATORS AND THEIR ROLE IN ADDRESSING THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC.*To increase the use of recovery navigators throughout the state to address the opioid epidemic exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05069*223*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TREATMENT OF SUICIDAL PATIENTS.*To ensure that suicidal patients will be treated with the same respect, compassion and dignity with which a patient with a physical ailment is treated.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05070*204*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING A MENTAL HEALTH EXAMINATION TO BE INCLUDED AS PART OF A PERSON'S ANNUAL PHYSICAL.*To help earlier identify the impact of a person's mental health on their overall health.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05071*193*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ADMINISTRATION OF VACCINES BY MEDICAL ASSISTANTS.*To allow medical assistants, under certain conditions, to administer vaccines.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05072*241*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INFECTION CONTROL AND STAFF SAFETY AT NURSING HOME FACILITIES.*To limit the transmission of COVID-19 in nursing home facilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05073*203*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AN INCREASE IN ACCESS TO AND EXPEDIENCE IN THE PROVISION OF MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS SEEKING SUCH SERVICES.*To increase access to and the expedience in the provision of mental health services for individuals seeking such services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05074*249*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PERFLUOROALKYL AND POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES.*To protect the public by limiting exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05075*186*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STANDARDS FOR THE INSPECTION OF SALONS AND LICENSING OF NAIL TECHNICIANS, ESTHETICIANS AND EYELASH TECHNICIANS.*To require (1) the Commissioner of Public Health, in collaboration with the Commissioner of Administrative Services, to study and implement the provisions of federal Executive Order No. 13627-Strengthening Protections Against Trafficking in Persons in Federal Contracts with regard to the inspection of salons employing any nail technicians, estheticians or eyelash technicians, and (2) the Department of Public Health to license nail technicians, estheticians and eyelash technicians.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05076*169*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REDUCTION OF MOLD GROWTH IN SCHOOLS.*To reduce the growth of mold in schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05077*396*2021*162*PB *AN ACT LIMITING ORDERS RELATED TO FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION DURING A CIVIL PREPAREDNESS OR PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY.*To prohibit the Governor or any municipality from restricting lawful possession of a firearm or ammunition during a civil preparedness or public health emergency.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05078*330*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF TECHNOLOGY THAT POLICE OFFICERS, FIREFIGHTERS AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PERSONNEL MAY USE WHEN RESPONDING TO OPIOID OVERDOSES.*To study technologies that may assist police officers, firefighters and emergency medical services personnel when responding to opioid overdoses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05079*400*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RETENTION OF INFORMATION COLLECTED USING INFRARED NUMBER PLATE SCANNING TECHNOLOGY.*To protect state residents from an unreasonably long retention of information collected by law enforcement units using infrared number plate scanning technology.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05080*397*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR A TEMPORARY STATE PERMIT TO CARRY A PISTOL OR REVOLVER.*To specify uniform criteria for an application for a temporary state permit to carry a pistol or revolver.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05081*347*2021*162*PB *AN ACT NAMING A PORTION OF ROUTE 113 IN HONOR OF TERRY BACKER.*To name a portion of Route 113 in honor of former State Representative Terrance E. Backer to recognize more than twenty years of public service to the town of Stratford and his commitment to the environment as the Long Island Soundkeeper.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05082*327*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AN EXPANSION OF COMMUTER RAIL LINES TO THE TOWN OF NEW MILFORD.*To expand ridership on Connecticut's commuter rails.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05083*332*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE "MOVE OVER" LAW.*To increase public safety by requiring motorists to reduce the speed of a motor vehicle to twenty miles per hour when approaching a stationary emergency vehicle on the shoulder, lane or breakdown lane of a highway.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05084*324*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY INSPECTION AT TIME OF EMISSIONS INSPECTION.*To ensure that motor vehicles are complaint with safety regulations by requiring inspections.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05085*328*2021*162*PB *AN ACT STUDYING THE USE OF HYBRID TRAINS ON THE METRO-NORTH COMMUTER RAILROAD.*To study the feasibility of operating hybrid trains on the Danbury line of the Metro-North Commuter Railroad.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05086*232*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CURRICULUM OF DRIVER EDUCATION PROGRAMS.*To increase the safe operation of motor vehicles by requiring driver education programs to include instructions concerning how to enter and exit highways.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-08 00:00:00*2021-01-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05087*323*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A WORKING GROUP TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF ALLOWING VIDEO CAMERAS IN THE ROOMS OF NURSING HOME RESIDENTS.*To establish a working group to discuss the feasibility of allowing video cameras in the rooms of nursing home residents.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05088*4412*2021*162*CB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE PAYMENT OF A REWARD TO PATRICIA "PIDGIE" D'ALLESSIO.*To recognize and compensate Ms. Patricia "Pidgie" D'Allessio for her role in the identification, arrest and conviction of serial predator Robert Nelson Malm, who sexually assaulted Ms. D'Allessio and sexually assaulted and murdered eleven-year-old Irene Fiederowicz.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HB05089*486*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LEGISLATIVE PENSION CALCULATIONS AND THE TRANSPORTATION ALLOWANCE.*To remove mileage reimbursement from legislator pension calculations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05090*3074*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING MORTGAGE FORBEARANCE AND CRUMBLING CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS.*To require certain residential mortgage loans to include a provision requiring the mortgagee to grant a request of a mortgagor for forbearance, provided the mortgagor submits certain documentation to the mortgagee.*0*0*0*1*0*3*70**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05091*394*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORING THE CARRYING OF FIREARMS IN STATE PARKS.*To allow persons who hold firearms permits to carry firearms in state parks.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05092*389*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALE AND BREEDING OF CETACEANS.*To prohibit the sale and breeding of cetaceans.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05093*163*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A HOME CANNING PERMIT.*To allow residents to produce home canned goods for sale.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05094*349*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE EVALUATION OF THE BENEFICIAL END USES OF TIRES AND THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A TIRE HAULER LICENSE.*To create a program for the management of tire disposal in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05095*57*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PASSPORT TO THE PARKS FEE EXEMPTIONS.*To exempt senior citizens and veterans from the Passport to the Parks vehicle registration fee.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05096*276*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE LIABILITY OF CAMPGROUND OWNERS.*To promote campground safety for visitors and legal certainty to owners.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05097*398*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE USE OF PINK BLAZE CLOTHING FOR HUNTING.*To authorize the use of pink blaze clothing for hunting.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05098*318*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TRAINING AND LIABILITY OF LAKE PATROLMEN.*To ensure lake patrolmen receive adequate training to protect themselves and properly enforce boating laws.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05099*438*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING THE PASSPORT TO THE PARKS VEHICLE REGISTRATION FEE FOR PERSONS OVER SIXTY-FIVE YEARS OF AGE AND FOR VETERANS AND REQUIRING PAYMENT OF SUCH FEE ON ONLY ONE CAR OWNED BY A PERSON.*To eliminate or reduce the Passport to the Parks vehicle registration fee for certain citizens of the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05100*348*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING A PROPERTY CONVEYANCE FEE FOR OPEN SPACE PURPOSES.*To generate municipal funds for the purchase of open space.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05101*280*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CAP ON RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT TAX CREDITS.*To increase the amount of research and development tax credits a taxpayer may utilize in an income year.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05102*256*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CAP ON RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT TAX CREDITS.*To increase the amount of research and development tax credits a taxpayer may utilize in an income year.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05103*201*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LEGISLATIVE APPROVAL OF RENEWALS OF DECLARATIONS OF EMERGENCY AND THE CONTINUATION OF EXECUTIVE ORDERS.*To require legislative approval for renewals of a declaration of a public health or civil preparedness emergency and the continuation of executive orders issued pursuant to the declaration.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05104*476*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING CHAMBER ROLL-CALL VOTES BETWEEN CERTAIN HOURS.*To promote public transparency and the safety of legislators by prohibiting roll-call votes between midnight and 5:00 am.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05105*443*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING RANKING MEMBERS TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARINGS ON REPORTS OF THE AUDITORS OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS.*To promote transparency by permitting ranking members of a committee to hold a public hearing on certain reports.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05106*444*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING DEPUTY COMMISSIONERS AT STATE AGENCIES.*To reduce costs for state government by eliminating deputy commissioners.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05107*425*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DESIGNATING XERODERMA PIGMENTOSUM AWARENESS DAY.*To raise awareness of Xeroderma Pigmentosum, and the many challenges faced by persons with this disorder and their families.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05108*5746*2021*162*CB *AN ACT REQUIRING PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION TO ESTABLISH A POLICY REGARDING FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION ON CAMPUS.*To require public institutions of higher education in the state to adopt a policy on freedom of expression on campus.*0*0*0*0*0*2*245**2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05109*4902*2021*162*CB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE CHARGING OF GRADUATION FEES AT PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To prohibit each public institution of higher education from charging fees to students for graduation from such institution.*0*0*0*0*0*2*207**2021-03-11 00:00:00*2021-03-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05110*181*2021*162*PB *AN ACT APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR HOUSING RESOURCES FOR THE HOMELESS AND TO PREVENT HOMELESSNESS.*To provide increased funding for the coordinated access networks and the United Way of Connecticut 2-1-1 Infoline program for housing resources.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05111*187*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE USE OF MILLER TRUSTS TO OBTAIN MEDICAID ELIGIBILITY.*To allow Medicaid applicants to establish eligibility via use of a Miller Trust.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05112*190*2021*162*PB *AN ACT TO EXPAND THE DIAPER BANK TO INCLUDE FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS.*To provide feminine hygiene products to women of limited income.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05113*282*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING ABLE-BODIED MEDICAID RECIPIENTS TO WORK OR VOLUNTEER.*To require able-bodied Medicaid recipients to work or volunteer to receive or maintain Medicaid benefits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05114*322*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NONEMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION FOR NONAMBULATORY NURSING HOME RESIDENTS.*To provide more opportunities for nonambulatory nursing home residents to visit the homes of nearby families.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05115*446*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DETERRING FRAUD AND ABUSE IN PUBLIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS.*To ensure the proper allocation and use of benefits under state-administered public assistance programs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05116*435*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REVERSING REDUCED REIMBURSEMENT FOR RADIOLOGICAL PROCEDURES UNDER THE MEDICAID PROGRAM.*To reverse reduced reimbursements for radiological procedures under the Medicaid program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05117*436*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENT FOR MARITAL AND FAMILY THERAPISTS PERMITTED TO PRACTICE WITHOUT LICENSES DURING A PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY.*To permit Medicaid reimbursement for services provided by marital and family therapists permitted to practice without licenses pursuant to Executive Order Number 7V of Governor Ned Lamont.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05118*392*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TELEHEALTH.*To: (1) Extend the sunset date for certain provisions of public act 20-2 of the July special session to May 30, 2022; (2) provide that a health insurer may pay a reduced reimbursement to a health care provider who provides a covered benefit to an insured through telehealth, provided the amount of such reduced reimbursement shall be equal to at least fifty per cent of the reimbursement that the health insurer would have paid to the health care provider if the health care provider had provided the covered benefit to the insured in person; and (3) prohibit a health care provider from seeking reimbursement for an in-person covered benefit if the provider previously sought reimbursement for the same covered benefit provided to the same insured through telehealth.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05119*497*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR PRESCRIPTION DRUGS.*To provide that a health carrier shall not remove a covered prescription drug from its list of covered drugs, or reclassify or place a covered prescription drug in a higher cost-sharing tier, during the term of a health insurance policy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05120*442*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF SUPPORT SERVICES TO VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.*To provide support services to victims of domestic violence.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05121*426*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THAT JUDGES OF THE SUPERIOR COURT HAVE CONTINUOUS TRAINING ON FAMILY VIOLENCE ISSUES AND LAW.*To require all judges of the Superior Court to have continuous training on family violence issues and law.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05122*419*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING A COURT'S AUTHORITY TO DEPART FROM THE MANDATORY MINIMUM SENTENCE FOR THE ILLEGAL MANUFACTURE, DISTRIBUTION, SALE, PRESCRIPTION OR ADMINISTRATION OF OPIOIDS.*To repeal section 21a-283a of the general statutes, which permits a court, upon a showing of good cause by the defendant, to depart from the prescribed mandatory minimum sentence relating to the illegal manufacture, distribution, sale, prescription or administration of opioids.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05123*417*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF NECESSARY MEDICAL TREATMENT FOR DRUG-DEPENDENT PERSONS.*To combat opioid abuse and addiction.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05124*395*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE COUNSEL FEES PENALTY FOR FILING AN UNREASONABLE AND UNTRUE PLEADING IN A CIVIL ACTION.*To increase the penalty for making untrue allegations without reasonable cause in an amount that is consistent with the provisions of the Connecticut Practice Book.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05125*4636*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF IMMUNITY FROM CIVIL LIABILITY FOR ENTITIES THAT HAVE OPERATED PURSUANT TO HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.*To provide immunity from civil liability to entities that have operated pursuant to health and safety guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB05126*411*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO THE MEETING MINUTES OF PUBLICLY FUNDED CEMETERY ASSOCIATIONS.*To ensure transparency of publicly funded cemetery associations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05127*430*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE BOLTON LAKES REGIONAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL AUTHORITY.*To allow the extension of the Bolton Lakes Regional Water Pollution Control Authority's wastewater system into the town of Coventry.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05128*480*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REASSESSMENT OF RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS WITH DEFECTIVE CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS AND QUARRY GEOLOGICAL SOURCE REPORTING.*To (1) permit any owner of a residential building with a foundation made with defective concrete to obtain a reassessment of such building which shall remain valid until such foundation is repaired or replaced, and (2) require quarries that produce aggregate for use in concrete to annually prepare a geological source report.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05129*479*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT OF HARTFORD COUNTY.*To make several changes relating to the organization and operations of the Metropolitan District of Hartford County.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05130*478*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO ORIGINAL BIRTH CERTIFICATES BY ADULT ADOPTED PERSONS.*To grant all Connecticut-born adoptees who are eighteen years of age or older access to their original birth records.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05131*269*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN APPLICATIONS TO INLAND WETLANDS AGENCIES AND ZONING COMMISSIONS.*To align the processing times of inland wetlands permit applications and zoning site plan applications.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05132*472*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING UNREGISTERED MOTOR VEHICLES.*To permit municipalities to levy fines and impose liens against the owners of motor vehicles that are not registered in this state but are subject to property taxation in this state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05133*452*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF WATER SAMPLING REQUIREMENTS MADE PURSUANT TO THE MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEMS PERMITTING PROCESS.*To study statutes and regulations concerning certain municipal separate storm sewer systems permitting requirements.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05134*450*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL TAXATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS.*To authorize municipalities to enact programs to defer payment, institute installment payment plans, and lower interest rates and late fees on taxes, rates, charges and assessments levied by such municipality or collected by such municipality on behalf of a quasi-municipal corporation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05135*418*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A HIGH-RISK NAVIGATOR PROGRAM.*To combat opioid abuse and addiction.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05136*421*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY TO COMBAT OPIOID ABUSE AND ADDICTION.*To combat opioid use and addiction.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05137*422*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MONITORING OF THE DISPENSING AND ADMINISTRATION OF OPIOID DRUGS BY VETERINARIANS.*To limit, monitor and track the dispensing and administration of opioid drugs by veterinarians.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05138*340*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING EXERTIONAL HEAT ILLNESS EDUCATION FOR CERTAIN COACHES.*To require exertional health illness education for certain coaches.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05139*457*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR RESPITE SERVICES FOR CARETAKERS OF ALZHEIMER'S PATIENTS.*To increase access to respite services for caretakers of Alzheimer's patients.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05140*456*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PATIENT ACCESS TO MEDICAL INFORMATION OBTAINED DURING AN EYE EXAMINATION.*To enable patient access to medical information obtained during an examination by a licensed vision care specialist.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05141*268*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING FAMILY MEMBERS TO PETITION FOR MANDATORY ASSESSMENT AND TREATMENT OF CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE ABUSING DRUGS OR ALCOHOL.*To allow a family member to petition the courts for mandatory assessment and treatment of an individual twenty-five years of age or younger who is abusing drugs or alcohol and appears to be a danger to himself or herself or others.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05142*415*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT THROUGH TELEHEALTH.*To expand access to mental health treatment services using telehealth.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05143*399*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FEE FOR ISSUANCE OF A CREMATION CERTIFICATE.*To exempt the cremation of the body of a minor from the fee for issuance of the cremation certificate.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05144*250*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NEWBORN INFANT HEALTH SCREENING.*To establish additional newborn infant health screening requirements.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05145*341*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PHOTOGRAPHIC AND VIDEOGRAPHIC SPECIAL EFFECTS.*To allow for the sale, purchase and use of photographic and videographic special effect smoke bombs in this state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05146*215*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING VETERANS' ELIGIBILITY FOR PUBLIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS.*To exclude all veterans' pension benefits from income when determining eligibility for public assistance programs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05147*325*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING VETERANS' PENSIONS FROM THE CALCULATION OF INCOME FOR CERTAIN BENEFITS.*To exempt all veterans' pension benefits from the calculation of income when determining eligibility for state and municipal benefits granted to veterans.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05148*475*2021*162*PB *AN ACT APPLYING THE SECURITY EXEMPTION UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT TO THE CONNECTICUT AIRPORT AUTHORITY.*To include the Connecticut Airport Authority under the security exemption to the Freedom of Information Act.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HB05149*502*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXCLUDING REIMBURSEMENTS TO STATE EMPLOYEES FOR MILEAGE AND PAYMENTS FOR OVERTIME FROM THE CALCULATION OF RETIREMENT INCOME.*To eliminate mileage reimbursements and payments for overtime from being included in pension calculations for state employees.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05150*84*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A STATE HIRING PROGRAM FOR RECENT COLLEGE GRADUATES.*To incentivize recent graduates to work and live in Connecticut, replenish our aging state workforce and assist with the burden of student debt.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05151*270*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE RAILROAD MUSEUM OF NEW ENGLAND IN THOMASTON.*To provide funding to the Railroad Museum of New England in the town of Thomaston for construction and renovations to the museum.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05152*504*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DIVERSION OF FOOD WASTE FROM THE SOLID WASTE STREAM.*To encourage a reduction in the amount of trash generated and reduce town costs for garbage disposal.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05153*272*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RECLASSIFYING TRASH-TO-ENERGY FACILITIES AS A CLASS I RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE.*To reclassify trash-to-energy facilities as a Class I renewable energy source.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05154*273*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CLASSIFICATION OF NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS REGARDING ENERGY CONSUMPTION.*To establish a working group to evaluate the energy consumption classification procedure for nonprofit organizations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05155*194*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING THE SALE OF WINE IN GROCERY STORES.*To allow for the sale of wine in grocery stores, and provide consumers easier access to purchase locally made farm wine.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05156*420*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING PENALTIES FOR ILLEGAL DISTRIBUTION OF OPIOIDS.*To increase penalties for persons illegally dealing, trafficking in or otherwise distributing opioids, and to hold such persons liable for any resulting overdose deaths.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05157*492*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING ELDERLY PERSONS AND PERSONS WITH PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITIES TO PERMANENTLY OPT OUT OF JURY SERVICE.*To permit the elderly or those incapable of serving as jurors due to physical or mental disability to permanently opt out of jury service.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05158*2789*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING BREASTFEEDING IN THE WORKPLACE.*To specify certain parameters for a room or other location in the workplace that accommodates employee breastfeeding.*0*0*0*0*0*2*47**2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB05159*59*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE PREVAILING WAGE THRESHOLD FOR RENOVATIONS.*To increase the prevailing wage threshold for renovations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05160*60*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING BINDING ARBITRATION TIME FRAMES.*To amend the binding arbitration time frame in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05161*402*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PUBLICATION OF MUNICIPAL LEGAL NOTICES.*To authorize municipalities to post legal notices on municipal Internet web sites in lieu of publication in newspapers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05162*441*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE DIVISION OF STATE POLICE, THE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION SERVICES AND MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITIES REGARDING CARE OF PEOPLE ADDICTED TO OPIOIDS.*To combat opioid abuse and addiction.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05163*405*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO THE STATE-WIDE POLICY FOR PURSUITS BY POLICE OFFICERS.*To allow police officers to more effectively apprehend a person suspected of stealing a motor vehicle.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05164*4771*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING INSTALLERS OF RESIDENTIAL VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFTS.*To establish a residential vertical platform lift technician's license.*0*0*0*1*0*2*288**2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05165*474*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE VISIBILITY OF METEOROLOGICAL EVALUATION TOWERS.*To establish safety standards for meteorological evaluation towers and penalties for violating such standards.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05166*453*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RETIREMENT AND GROUP WELFARE BENEFITS FOR CONNECTICUT AIRPORT AUTHORITY EMPLOYEES.*To amend the retirement and group welfare benefits given to certain unclassified state employees at the Connecticut Airport Authority.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05167*427*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE WAIVER OF FEES FOR OPERATOR'S LICENSES AND MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION FOR VETERANS.*To waive any operator's license or motor vehicle registration fee for one licensing period for a qualifying veteran who is a current resident of the state, rather than a veteran who was a resident at the time of his or her induction into the armed forces.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05168*434*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SIGNS INDICATING THE LOCATION OF THE MARLBOROUGH ARTS CENTER.*To erect signs in Marlborough informing motorists and tourists of the location of the Marlborough Arts Center.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05169*431*2021*162*PB *AN ACT NAMING A BRIDGE IN MARLBOROUGH IN HONOR OF THEODORE J. MAY, JR.*To name a bridge in the town of Marlborough in honor of long-time resident Theodore J. May, Jr.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05170*401*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE AUTOMATIC TRANSFER OF AUTO THEFT CASES OF CERTAIN JUVENILE REPEAT OFFENDERS TO THE CRIMINAL DOCKET.*To require the automatic transfer to criminal court of a case of a juvenile charged with larceny involving theft of a motor vehicle when the juvenile has at least four prior adjudications or convictions for a felony and to change the factors a court must consider when determining whether to transfer a case involving a juvenile charged with certain felonies.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** HB05171*500*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TIMELY PASSAGE OF THE STATE BUDGET.*To prevent legislators and constitutional officers from being paid unless a state budget is passed on time.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05172*598*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PAYMENTS IN LIEU OF TAXES TO MUNICIPALITIES FOR MANUFACTURING MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT.*To assist municipalities with the cost of providing the manufacturing machinery and equipment exemption, provide property tax relief and encourage growth in manufacturing.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05173*499*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROMOTING VOLUNTEERISM.*To promote volunteerism in the state of Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05174*439*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A BIZ IN A BOX PROGRAM.*To establish a Biz in a Box program to simplify business permitting, licensing and fees and to act as a clearinghouse for start-up businesses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05175*540*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SITING OF SOLAR FACILITIES ON CERTAIN FARMLANDS.*To mitigate the siting of solar facilities on prime farmlands and farmlands of state-wide importance.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05176*448*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RESTRICTING THE USE OF CERTAIN STATE LANDS DURING THE HUNTING SEASON AND REQUIRING THE USE OF CERTAIN AMOUNTS OF FLUORESCENT ORANGE CLOTHING BY PERSONS ON SUCH STATE LANDS.*To provide firearms and muzzleloader permittees with adequate space to perform hunting on state lands used for such purposes and to ensure the safety of all persons present on such state lands during such hunting season.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05177*537*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE HARVESTING OF HORSESHOE CRABS DURING A FULL MOON.*To preserve horseshoe crab populations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05178*596*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF HERBICIDES ALONG STATE HIGHWAYS.*To restrict the use of herbicides along state highways.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05179*326*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE USE OF GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEMS AND OTHER TECHNOLOGIES IN ORDER TO TRACK DRUG OVERDOSES.*To create a task force to study the use of global positioning systems and other technologies in order to track drug overdoses and assist first responders.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05180*52*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION COMPANY CUSTOMERS PURCHASING ELECTRIC GENERATORS WHICH POWER NECESSARY MEDICAL EQUIPMENT.*To require that the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority initiate a proceeding to (1) develop an electric generator purchase reimbursement program for electric distribution company customers; (2) limit the customers' eligibility for food and medicine reimbursement under existing programs; and (3) require electric distribution companies to notify the customers about storm-level forecasts.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05181*428*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING HANDICAP RAMPS FOR RESIDENTIAL USE FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt handicap ramps for residential use from the sales and use taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05182*482*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CAP ON RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT TAX CREDITS.*To increase the amount of research and development tax credits a biotechnology business may utilize in an income year.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05183*481*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt personal protective equipment from the sales and use taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05184*531*2021*162*PB *AN ACT IMPOSING A TAX ON SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGES.*To impose a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05185*346*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING ALL AIRCRAFT FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To provide a uniform sales and use taxes exemption to all aircraft.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05186*592*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A CREDIT AGAINST THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX FOR CERTAIN FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS.*To establish a credit against the personal income tax for certain first-time homebuyers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05187*501*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DESIGNATING KINDNESS WEEK.*To promote acts of kindness among the residents of the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05188*495*2021*162*PB *AN ACT IMPOSING AN INSURANCE SURCHARGE TO SUPPORT FIREFIGHTERS.*To impose a surcharge on certain personal and commercial risk insurance policies for real property to generate revenue that is sufficient to fund: (1) Firefighter recruitment and training; and (2) a state-wide reserve of firefighting equipment and associated materials.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05189*588*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REQUIRED HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR BENEFITS RELATED TO BREAST CANCER.*To: (1) Require health insurance coverage for diagnostic mammograms, ultrasound screenings and magnetic resonance imaging of breasts and breast biopsies for both women and men; (2) reduce the minimum age at which an individual or group health insurance policy is required to provide coverage for a baseline mammogram from thirty-five to thirty years of age; and (3) require health insurance coverage for the detection and diagnosis of breast cancer in an individual who has been treated for a childhood cancer, and received radiation treatment that was directed at the individual's chest as part of the treatment for said childhood cancer, regardless of such individual's age.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05190*542*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SEXUAL HARASSMENT TRAINING IN THE WORKPLACE.*To reduce duplicative sexual harassment training requirements for certain employees.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05191*544*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DUTY TO RETREAT IN A HOUSE OF RELIGIOUS WORSHIP.*To eliminate the requirement that a person in a house of religious worship retreat before using deadly physical force to defend himself or herself or a third person.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05192*545*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING OFF-DUTY POLICE OFFICERS TO CARRY FIREARMS USED IN THE PERFORMANCE OF OFFICIAL DUTIES ON SCHOOL GROUNDS.*To allow off-duty police officers to carry firearms used in the performance of official duties on school grounds.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05193*566*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE PENALTY FOR ENGAGING IN SEXUAL CONTACT WITH AN ANIMAL.*To increase the penalty for engaging in sexual contact with an animal.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05194*549*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF COURT-APPOINTED CONSERVATORS AND THE RIGHTS OF CONSERVED PERSONS.*To clarify the responsibilities of court-appointed conservators and the rights of a conserved person.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05195*424*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A THREE STRIKES POLICY FOR RESIDENTIAL RENTERS AND OWNERS UPON WHOSE PROPERTY OPIOID OVERDOSES HAVE OCCURRED.*To establish a "three-strikes" policy of criminal penalties increasing in severity for renters and owners of residential property upon which opioid overdoses have occurred.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05196*518*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY THAT IS EXEMPT FROM A JUDGMENT CREDITOR.*To increase the value of certain real and personal property that shall be exempt from a judgment creditor and provide that the cash surrender value of life insurance policies shall be exempt from a judgment creditor.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05197*423*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING PENALTIES FOR THE ILLEGAL DISTRIBUTION OF FENTANYL.*To increase the penalties for persons illegally distributing fentanyl and to hold such persons liable for any resulting overdose death.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05198*281*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REIMBURSEMENT OF CERTAIN EXPENSES INCURRED BY EMPLOYEES DURING THE COURSE OF THEIR EMPLOYMENT.*To allow for the reimbursement of certain expenses incurred by employees during the course of their employment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05199*271*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONSUMER PRICE INDEX AND THE MINIMUM WAGE.*To eliminate the consumer price index from the calculation of the minimum wage.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05200*224*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF CONNECTICUT LABOR.*To insure preferred hiring for construction and building trades based in-state on Connecticut-based development projects.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05201*5060*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUAY THAI AS A FORM OF MIXED MARTIAL ARTS.*To redefine the definition of mixed martial arts to include muay thai.*0*0*0*1*0*2*289**2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05202*445*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING AN ANNUAL AUDIT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.*To require an annual audit of the Department of Transportation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05203*493*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FIREFIGHTER STAFFING STANDARDS AT BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.*To ensure safety at Bradley International Airport by establishing minimum firefighter staffing standards.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05204*473*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF SECURITY AT BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.*To require the Connecticut Airport Authority, instead of the Department of Transportation, to enter into an agreement with the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection concerning the provision of security at Bradley International Airport.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05205*530*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DIRECT SALES OF MOTOR VEHICLES AND THE USE OF ELECTRIC AND ZERO-EMISSION VEHICLES IN THE STATE.*To permit the sale of motor vehicles directly to the consumer without requiring sales through an existing car dealer and to encourage the adoption of electric and zero-emission vehicles in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** HB05206*894*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING THE USE OF VIDEO MONITORING DEVICES AT SKILLED NURSING AND ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES.*To ensure the safety of residents of skilled nursing and assisted living facilities by permitting the use of video monitoring devices.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05207*878*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROTECTING PROPERTY OWNERS AGE FIFTY AND OLDER FROM FORECLOSURE.*To prevent foreclosure for certain delinquent taxpayers age fifty or older.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05208*451*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REIMBURSING TOWNS FOR THE COSTS OF THE AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT ZONE SURROUNDING BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.*To restore funding for the airport development zone surrounding Bradley International Airport.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05209*764*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXCLUDING OVERTIME PAY AND LEGISLATIVE MILEAGE ALLOWANCES FROM THE CALCULATION OF STATE PENSIONS.*To exclude overtime pay and legislative mileage allowances from the calculation of state pensions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05210*877*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR THE WARNER THEATRE.*To provide similar funding to the Warner Theatre in Torrington as is provided to other performing arts centers in Connecticut that are similar in scope and size.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05211*897*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF FUNDS FROM THE DRUG ASSETS FORFEITURE REVOLVING ACCOUNT FOR DRUG TREATMENT BEDS.*To increase drug treatment options in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05212*898*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DATE OF ADOPTION FOR PORTIONS OF THE STATE BUDGET APPROPRIATING AID TO MUNICIPALITIES.*To provide predictability to municipalities when determining their budget.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05213*599*2021*162*PB *AN ACT FUNDING THE DEBT-FREE COMMUNITY COLLEGE PROGRAM.*To fully fund the debt-free community college program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05214*924*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING MORTGAGE LENDERS AND MORTGAGE SERVICERS TO ACCEPT AND APPLY PARTIAL MORTGAGE PAYMENTS.*To prevent mortgage lenders and mortgage servicers from refusing to accept and apply partial mortgage payments.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05215*808*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A GRANT PROGRAM FOR CERTAIN RESEARCHERS ENGAGED IN STEM-RELATED RESEARCH IN THE STATE.*To encourage technology start-ups to establish their businesses in Connecticut and grow technology sector jobs for state residents.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05216*1010*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING THE MANUFACTURING APPRENTICESHIP TAX CREDIT TO PASS-THROUGH ENTITIES.*To extend the manufacturing apprenticeship tax credit to pass-through entities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05217*1036*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ADVANCED MANUFACTURING WORKFORCE NEEDS.*To address the shortage of advanced manufacturing workers in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05218*1040*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ADVANCED MANUFACTURING WORKFORCE TRAINING AT GATEWAY COMMUNITY COLLEGE.*To establish a workforce training program for advanced manufacturing at Gateway Community College.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05219*289*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF LICENSED YOUTH CAMPS.*To require employees of licensed youth camps who are eighteen years of age or older to submit to comprehensive background checks.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05220*55*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY STATE STANDARDIZED TESTING OF STUDENTS.*To establish a task force to evaluate all aspects and impacts of state-mandated standardized testing on students, and provide recommendations on ways to improve implementation and methods of measuring student achievement.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05221*56*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO THE CONNECTICUT GUIDELINES FOR EDUCATOR EVALUATION.*To allow educators who are rated as exemplary or proficient to continue to use their teaching hours focused on classroom instruction and student development by not requiring annual evaluations for such high-achieving educators, and providing educators with continuing support who have not yet reached exemplary and proficient evaluation ratings.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05222*63*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO MAKING CERTAIN CHANGES TO A SCHOOL DISTRICT'S LEARNING MODEL.*To require an open public comment period and a vote by the local or regional board of education prior to making certain changes to the school district's learning model.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05223*179*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING ACCESS TO FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS IN MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL RESTROOMS.*To require local and regional boards of education to provide free feminine hygiene products in all middle and high school student restrooms.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05224*184*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING SCHOOL DISTRICT POLICIES THAT DISCRIMINATE AGAINST STUDENTS BASED ON NATURAL HAIR AND HAIRSTYLES.*To prohibit local and regional boards of education from adopting policies that discriminate against students based on natural hair and hairstyles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05225*202*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE NUMBER OF INSTRUCTIONAL LEARNING HOURS FOR STUDENTS DURING PERIODS OF EXTENDED MANDATED REMOTE LEARNING.*To provide students with valuable educational learning time during periods of extended mandated remote learning.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05226*207*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ENROLLMENT OF STUDENTS WITH IEPS AT TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND CAREER SCHOOLS.*To require the Technical Education and Career System to accept and enroll students with individualized education programs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05227*208*2021*162*PB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SOCIAL EMOTIONAL COLLABORATIVE AND SCHOOL CLIMATE TASK FORCE.*To address the social emotional needs of students by implementing the recommendations of the Social Emotional Collaborative and the School Climate Task Force.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05228*209*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE THE ROLE OF SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS IN SCHOOLS.*To establish a working group to evaluate and provide recommendations on the role of school resource officers in schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05229*210*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A WORKING GROUP TO REVIEW THE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR EDUCATORS.*To discover ways to provide greater flexibility to boards of education in determining the optimal professional development options based on the particular needs of the school district.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05230*211*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE ISSUES RELATING TO OPPORTUNITY GAPS CREATED BY THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.*To establish a working group to identify and help address the broadening opportunity gaps in public education resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05231*212*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY ISSUES RELATING TO SPECIAL EDUCATION.*To establish a task force to study issues relating to special education in order to assist boards of education in providing a more personalized set of services to students who require special education.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05232*213*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CREATION OF INITIATIVES AND INCENTIVES FOR SCHOOL DISTRICT PARTNERSHIPS.*To create initiatives and incentives for boards of education that voluntarily choose to engage in partnerships for the provision of learning and services to students.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05233*214*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CREATION OF INCENTIVES FOR MINORITY TEACHER CERTIFICATION AND RETENTION.*To create incentives to increase minority teacher certification and retention in rural and suburban school districts throughout the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05234*251*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SUICIDE PREVENTION IN SCHOOL DISTRICTS.*To assist school districts in developing and implementing suicide prevention protocols.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05235*285*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO THE NEXT GENERATION SCIENCE STANDARDS AND THE CLIMATE CHANGE CURRICULUM TAUGHT TO STUDENTS.*To amend the portion of the Next Generation Science Standards as it relates to the climate change curriculum requirement.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05236*338*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF LOCALLY GROWN FOOD IN SCHOOL FOOD PROGRAMS.*To allow boards of education to establish farm-to-table programs with local farms.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05237*339*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING EMERGENCY ACTION PLANS FOR INTERSCHOLASTIC AND INTRAMURAL ATHLETIC EVENTS.*To require the development and implementation of emergency action plans for interscholastic and intramural athletic events.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05238*404*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING FLEXIBILITY AND AUTONOMY IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF EDUCATION IN SCHOOL DISTRICTS.*To provide more flexibility and autonomy to boards of education in the administration of education in their school districts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05239*440*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ENROLLMENT OF STUDENTS WITH INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAMS AT TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND CAREER SCHOOLS.*To require the Technical Education and Career System to accept and enroll students with individualized education programs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05240*455*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS FOR SUPERINTENDENTS OF SCHOOL DISTRICTS.*To ensure that performance evaluations for superintendents of schools are completed in a transparent manner.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05241*487*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REPEAL OF THE CAP ON HOW MUCH A SCHOOL DISTRICT MAY REDUCE ITS MINIMUM BUDGET REQUIREMENT WHEN IT EXPERIENCES A DECLINE IN STUDENT ENROLLMENT.*To permit a school district to reduce its minimum budget requirement in an amount that reflects its actual decline in student enrollment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05242*578*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DISPLAY OF THE CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES FOR STUDENTS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS THROUGHOUT THE STATE.*To ensure that students are able to learn about the foundation of the rights and liberties of all citizens of the United States of America.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05243*911*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE EXPANSION OF ELIGIBLE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS.*To expand the number of eligible educators who can work in early childhood education programs in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05244*447*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REMOVAL OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICE CABLES.*To require that a telecommunications company remove its service cables from a customer's property not later than thirty days after termination of service.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05245*527*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING BILLING AGENT LICENSES FOR SHARED ENERGY MERCHANT FACILITIES.*To require the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority to initiate a docket to develop a process for issuing billing agent licenses to electric suppliers and to permit such electric suppliers to own and operate shared energy merchant facilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05246*528*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RAISING THE RESIDENTIAL SOLAR INVESTMENT PROGRAM CAP.*To raise the residential solar investment program cap to five hundred megawatts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05247*529*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING THE VIRTUAL NET METERING CAP.*To eliminate the virtual net metering cap.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05248*532*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE SEPARATION OF THE PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY AUTHORITY FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.*To restructure the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority as an independent governmental entity.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05249*533*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE STUDY OF GREEN BUILDINGS.*To study opportunities to facilitate green buildings.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05250*536*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REDEFINING "CLASS I RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE" TO INCLUDE CERTAIN USEFUL THERMAL ENERGY GENERATED FROM BIODIESEL AND CREATING A HOMEOWNER-GENERATED USEFUL THERMAL ENERGY PROGRAM.*To redefine "Class I renewable energy source" to include certain useful thermal energy generated from biodiesel and to create a homeowner-generated useful thermal energy program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05251*600*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS AND NET NEUTRALITY PRINCIPLES.*To require Internet service providers to register and pay registration fees and to require the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority to apply net neutrality principles to Internet service providers and enforce such principles with civil penalties.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05252*234*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INDECENT DECEPTIVE TRADE PRACTICES, THE REGULATION OF INTERNET-ENABLED DEVICES, LIVE ADULT ENTERTAINMENT ESTABLISHMENTS, SOCIAL MEDIA CENSORSHIP AND THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CONNECTICUT HUMAN TRAFFICKING AND CHILD EXPLOITATION PREVENTION GRANT FUND.*To prohibit indecent deceptive trade practices, regulate Internet-enabled devices, live adult entertainment establishments and social media censorship and establish the Connecticut Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation Prevention grant fund.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05253*408*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PREVENTING DELIVERY RATE INCREASES AND DIRECTING A STUDY ON INCREASED COMPETITION IN THE ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION MARKET.*To prevent delivery rate increases until May 1, 2022, and to study whether increased competition in the electric distribution market would benefit the public.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05254*538*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE PROCESS OF ATTACHING EQUIPMENT TO PUBLIC UTILITY POLES.*To require the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority to initiate a docket and adopt regulations to amend the process for attaching equipment to public utility poles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05255*597*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING ELECTRONIC DEVICE MANUFACTURERS TO MAKE AVAILABLE ESSENTIAL COMPONENTS OF ITS ELECTRONIC DEVICES TO OWNERS AND INDEPENDENT REPAIR SERVICE PROVIDERS.*To require electronic device manufacturers to make available, on reasonable terms, the documentation, parts and tools needed to diagnose, maintain and repair said manufacturers' electronic devices.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05256*697*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A MUNICIPAL ENERGY SECURITY AUTHORITY.*To create a municipal energy security authority within the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05257*768*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING THE VIRTUAL NET METERING CAP.*To eliminate the virtual net metering cap.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05258*814*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO SOLAR POWER ENERGY INCENTIVES FOR NONOWNER-OCCUPIED RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES.*To authorize access to solar power energy incentives for nonowner-occupied residential properties.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05259*880*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REGULATION OF CABLE TELEVISION RATES.*To regulate cable television rates.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05260*990*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMMUNITY CHOICE AGGREGATION.*To allow community choice aggregation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05261*601*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PUBLIC NOTICE OF THE APPLICATION OF PESTICIDES.*To require transparency in the type of chemicals used when pesticides are applied and to enhance notification of such application to the public.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05262*652*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF PFAS IN FIREFIGHTING FOAM.*To prohibit the use of PFAS in firefighting foams and develop a take-back program for such products.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05263*920*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING SENIOR CITIZENS FROM THE "PASSPORT TO THE PARKS FEE" WHEN REGISTERING A MOTOR VEHICLE.*To exempt a senior citizen from the "Passport to the Parks Fee" when registering a motor vehicle.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05264*689*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PERMITTING FOR MARINE DREDGING PROJECTS.*To provide for a less extensive dredging permit process for maintenance dredging.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05265*577*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXCLUDING CERTAIN LOANS RECEIVED IN RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC FROM BEING INCLUDED AS REVENUE OR INCOME.*To exclude certain loans provided to a small business in response to the COVID-19 pandemic from being included as revenue or income of a small business.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05266*590*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE AMOUNT OF THE PROPERTY TAX CREDIT.*To increase the amount of the property tax credit under section 12-704c of the general statutes to one thousand dollars for taxes paid on a primary residence or motor vehicle.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05267*591*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PERSONAL INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE PREMIUM PAYMENTS.*To establish a credit against the personal income tax for premiums paid for long-term care insurance.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05268*657*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REESTABLISHING THE JOB EXPANSION TAX CREDIT PROGRAM.*To reestablish the job expansion tax credit program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05269*662*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A LOW VOLATILITY DIVIDEND STOCK INVESTMENT FUND.*To require the State Treasurer to establish an investment fund that invests in low volatility dividend stocks and in which municipalities may invest municipal funds.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05270*664*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING FROM THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX STIPENDS PAID TO VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS AND VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE MEMBERS.*To exempt from the personal income tax any stipend paid by a municipality, a volunteer fire department of the municipality or a volunteer ambulance association of the municipality, to a volunteer firefighter or volunteer ambulance member.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05271*682*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING SAFETY APPAREL FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt the sale of and the storage, use or other consumption of safety apparel from the sales and use taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05272*684*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING HEALTH AND ATHLETIC CLUB SERVICES FROM THE SALES TAX.*To exempt health and athletic club services from the sales tax.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05273*694*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A CONNECTICUT NEW MARKETS TAX CREDIT PROGRAM.*To establish a state New Markets Tax Credit program and tax credit for qualifying investments made in the Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority Community Development Corporation to expand economic development in low-income communities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05274*717*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SURCHARGE ON CAPITAL GAINS.*To establish a surcharge of one and one-half per cent of the net gain from the sale or exchange of capital assets on certain taxpayers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05275*719*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTATE TAX EXEMPTION THRESHOLD AND THE GIFT TAX CAP.*To maintain the estate tax exemption threshold at its current level and eliminate the gift tax cap.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05276*720*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A STATE CHILD TAX CREDIT.*To establish a state child tax credit.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05277*760*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEDUCTION AND WITHHOLDING OF PERSONAL INCOME TAX FROM NONPAYROLL DISTRIBUTIONS.*To eliminate the requirement that payers of nonpayroll distributions deduct and withhold personal income tax from such distributions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05278*773*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt from the sales and use taxes the sale of and the storage, use or other consumption in this state of personal protective equipment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05279*776*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX CREDIT FOR RENTAL INCOME LOST DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.*To establish a tax credit for landlords to offset income lost due to the COVID-19 pandemic from the rental of residential and commercial properties.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05280*777*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING TAX CREDITS FOR THE COSTS OF COVID-19-RELATED BUILDING CHANGES AND UPGRADES.*To establish tax credits for the costs of making changes and upgrades to nonresidential buildings to help slow the spread of COVID-19.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05281*778*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A TAX CREDIT FOR WAGES PAID TO EMPLOYEES WHILE ATTENDING SEXUAL HARASSMENT TRAINING.*To establish a tax credit for employers for the amount of wages paid to employees while attending mandatory sexual harassment training.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05282*783*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING THE ESTATE AND GIFT TAXES AND EXEMPTING SOCIAL SECURITY, PENSION AND ANNUITY INCOME FROM THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX.*To eliminate the estate and gift taxes and exempt from the personal income tax all Social Security income and income from pensions and annuities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05283*786*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING CERTAIN FEES AND TAXES.*To eliminate any fee or tax that raises less than one hundred thousand dollars in revenue annually for the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05284*683*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PHASING OUT THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX ON CERTAIN INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT ACCOUNT INCOME.*To phase out the personal income tax on certain individual retirement account income.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05285*748*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEDUCTION AND WITHHOLDING OF PERSONAL INCOME TAX FROM PENSION AND ANNUITY DISTRIBUTIONS.*To eliminate the requirement that payers of pension and annuity distributions deduct and withhold personal income tax from such distributions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05286*779*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PAYMENT OF COMPOUND INTEREST ACCRUING DURING PERIODS OF CERTAIN PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCIES.*To exempt small businesses from paying compound interest that accrues during any period that a pandemic public health emergency has been declared.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05287*820*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A MORTGAGE RECORDING TAX.*To establish a tax, to be deposited in the General Fund, on the privilege of recording a mortgage on real property located in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05288*821*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PERSONAL INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR CERTAIN HOMEOWNERS WITH CRUMBLING FOUNDATIONS.*To establish a personal income tax deduction for any homeowner whose concrete foundation has deteriorated due to the presence of pyrrhotite and who has not received financial assistance from the Crumbling Foundations Assistance Fund.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05289*828*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ADJUSTING PERSONAL INCOME TAX RATES FOR TAXPAYERS ABOVE AND BELOW CERTAIN INCOME THRESHOLDS.*To adjust personal income tax rates for taxpayers having adjusted gross incomes above and below certain thresholds.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05290*831*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A ONE-TIME PERSONAL INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR CERTAIN FRONTLINE WORKERS.*To provide a one-time personal income tax deduction to certain frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05291*865*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A REFUNDABLE CREDIT AGAINST THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHERS.*To address the shortage of qualified early childhood teachers by establishing a refundable tax credit for individuals who receive degrees in early childhood or a related field and teach in an early childhood program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05292*882*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING LIQUID ASPHALT FROM THE GROSS EARNINGS TAX ON PETROLEUM PRODUCTS.*To exempt liquid asphalt used exclusively for asphalt pavement from the gross earnings tax on petroleum products.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05293*910*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING SPECIAL TAX OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE STATE FOR A RAIL STATION IN ENFIELD.*To construct a rail station in Enfield.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05294*930*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING SENIOR CITIZENS FROM PAYING FISHING LICENSE FEES.*To exempt senior citizens from paying fees for fishing licenses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05295*932*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF THE EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT.*To require the Commissioner of Revenue Services to conduct a study of the earned income amount requirements for earned income tax credit eligibility.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05296*1003*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX CREDIT FOR EMPLOYERS ASSISTING EMPLOYEES WITH CHILD CARE EXPENSES.*To establish a tax credit for employers that establish an on-site child care facility for their employees or contribute funds toward their employees' child care expenses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05297*1009*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt from the sales and use taxes the sale of and the storage, use or other consumption in this state of personal protective equipment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05298*1012*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING JOB-RELATED TRAINING AND PERSONNEL TRAINING SERVICES FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt from the sales and use taxes job-related training and personnel training services provided by a service provider to an employer for such employer's employees.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05299*1049*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A NONREFUNDABLE CREDIT AGAINST THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX FOR INTEREST AND PRINCIPAL PAID ON STUDENT LOANS.*To establish a nonrefundable credit against the personal income tax of up to one thousand dollars for interest and principal paid on student loans.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05300*1069*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RESTORING THE SALES AND USE TAXES EXEMPTION FOR PURCHASES OF NEW NATURAL GAS, HYDROGEN OR ELECTRIC MOTOR VEHICLES.*To restore the sales and use taxes exemption for the sale of and the storage, use or other consumption of a new motor vehicle exclusively powered by natural gas, hydrogen or electricity.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05301*1083*2021*162*PB *AN ACT COMBINING THE PETROLEUM PRODUCTS GROSS EARNINGS TAX AND THE MOTOR VEHICLE FUELS TAX.*To combine the petroleum products gross earnings tax and the motor vehicle fuels tax and impose one tax on a per-gallon basis.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05302*484*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING CONSUMERS TO PAY WITH CASH AT LOCAL BUSINESSES.*To allow consumers to use cash as payment at local businesses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05303*4958*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF PREDATORY TELEMARKETING PRACTICES.*To require the Department of Consumer Protection to conduct a study of the feasibility of strengthening prohibitions on predatory and unsolicited telemarketing.*0*0*0*0*0*2*246**2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HB05304*593*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROTECTING CUSTOMERS OR CONSUMERS WHO CANCEL MEMBERSHIPS AND SUBSCRIPTIONS.*To provide better consumer protections and safety for customers who want to cancel a membership or subscription.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05305*1097*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING TOBACCO BARS.*To allow for the expansion, change in location and establishment of tobacco bars.*0*1*0*0*0*8*45**2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05306*1327*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ALLOWING CERTAIN PERMITTEES TO SELL ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR FOR OFF-PREMISES CONSUMPTION.*To allow certain permittees to sell alcoholic liquor for off-premises consumption.*0*1*0*1*0*2*116**2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05307*1364*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PRICE GOUGING.*To prohibit price gouging.*0*1*0*1*0*2*39**2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05308*1423*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CONSUMER PROTECTION.*To protect consumers.*0*1*0*0*0*1*117**2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05309*1416*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER PROTECTION.*To efficiently organize the Department of Consumer Protection.*0*1*0*0*0*1*126**2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05310*1361*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING DATA PRIVACY BREACHES.*To expand the data privacy breach notification statute to protect consumers.*0*1*0*1*0*7*46**2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05311*1360*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING VESSELS, VEHICLES AND IN-STATE TRANSPORTER'S PERMITS FOR ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR.*To allow the consumption of alcoholic liquor on vessels and vehicles under an in-state transporter's permit for alcoholic liquor.*0*1*0*0*0*2*40**2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05312*1022*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF CURRENCY AS PAYMENT IN LOCAL BUSINESSES.*To prohibit persons who offer consumer goods and services to the public from refusing to accept cash as a form of payment.*0*1*0*1*0*2*41**2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05313*1098*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO MEDICAL CANNABIS STATUTES.*To make various revisions to the medical marijuana program.*0*1*0*1*0*6*111**2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05314*62*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONVEYING A PARCEL OF LAND TO THE TOWN OF CHESHIRE.*To convey a parcel of state land to the town of Cheshire.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05315*693*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PRIMARY DAY REGISTRATION.*To apply election-day registration procedures to primaries.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05316*659*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REMOVAL OF DECEASED PERSONS FROM VOTER REGISTRY LISTS.*To provide that registrars of vital statistics, upon receipt of death certificates, communicate with registrars of voters so that deceased persons are timely removed from voter registry lists.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05317*695*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RETENTION AND RESTORATION OF ELECTORAL PRIVILEGES FOR INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS.*To provide for restoration of electoral privileges to incarcerated individuals and retention of such privileges by individuals who may be incarcerated in the future.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05318*3560*2021*162*CB *AN ACT RESTORING ELECTORAL PRIVILEGES TO CONVICTED FELONS WHO ARE ON PAROLE.*To restore the electoral privileges of convicted felons who are on parole.*0*0*0*0*0*3***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB05319*767*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TIMING OF CERTAIN PRIMARIES FOR NOMINEES FOR MUNICIPAL OFFICES.*To move earlier by one week the day of any primary for an office to be voted upon at a municipal election held in November, so as to not conduct such primary while school is in session.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05320*4908*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESSIBILITY TO VOTING FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH CERTAIN DISABILITIES.*To (1) establish a task force for the study of accessibility to voting for individuals with disabilities, and (2) require at each federal election that each polling place have at least one voting device equipped for individuals with disabilities that complies with federal law.*0*0*0*0*0*4***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05321*884*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REPLACEMENT OF A CANDIDATE ON A BALLOT.*To ensure that absentee and overseas ballots accurately reflect the candidates for nomination or election.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05322*951*2021*162*PB *AN ACT APPORTIONING THE STATE'S ELECTORAL COLLEGE VOTES FOR PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.*To award Connecticut's Electoral College votes based on results both state-wide and within each congressional district.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05323*955*2021*162*PB *AN ACT WITHDRAWING CONNECTICUT FROM THE NATIONAL POPULAR VOTE INTERSTATE COMPACT.*To withdraw the state from the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05324*1006*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROPORTIONALLY AWARDING THE STATE'S ELECTORAL COLLEGE VOTES FOR PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.*To more proportionally award Connecticut's Electoral College votes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05325*658*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TUITION WAIVERS FOR THE CHILDREN OF VETERANS AT PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To provide a tuition waiver at a public institution of higher education for any child of a veteran who was eligible for a tuition waiver, but did not use such waiver.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05326*822*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING REPORTING ON GRADUATION RATES AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AT INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To require institutions of higher education to report student graduation rates and academic performance by race, gender and socio-economic status.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05327*936*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO CREATE SCHOOL TO WORK PIPELINE.*To establish a task force to create a school-to-work pipeline.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05328*676*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ADDING ACUPUNCTURIST AND CHIROPRACTOR SERVICES TO THE LIST OF REIMBURSABLE MEDICAID SERVICES.*To provide Medicaid reimbursement for acupuncturist and chiropractor services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05329*724*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING MEDICAID COVERAGE FOR MATERNITY CARE TO TWELVE MONTHS POST-PREGNANCY.*To provide Medicaid coverage for postpartum care to reduce costly negative health outcomes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05330*758*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROVIDING WORK INCENTIVES FOR RECIPIENTS OF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE.*To promote work among recipients of public assistance to improve their life prospects.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05331*818*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCE.*To study the cause of a significant increase in uncollected child support for children and families in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05332*833*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REMOVING LIENS ON THE PROPERTY OF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE BENEFICIARIES.*To alleviate the financial burden on residents of lower income who receive public assistance.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05333*885*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING DATA COLLECTION TO PREVENT MALNUTRITION AMONG SENIOR CITIZENS.*To combat malnutrition among senior citizens by identifying gaps in the provision of meals, causes for such gaps and recommendations for improvement.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05334*886*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING ACCESS TO IN-HOME COUNSELING.*To reduce barriers to outpatient counseling facing persons who lack transportation or who have conditions preventing travel by providing Medicaid reimbursement for in-home counseling provided by social workers employed by home health care agencies.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05335*902*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROVIDING MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENT FOR CHIROPRACTIC SERVICES.*To ensure Medicaid recipients have access to chiropractic care.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05336*1007*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REVERSING REDUCED MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENT RATES FOR RADIOLOGICAL PROCEDURES.*To reverse reduced reimbursements for radiological procedures under the Medicaid program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05337*607*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PROGRAM TO ASSIST LANDLORDS.*To assist landlords who are having difficulty paying mortgages, utility bills, insurance and taxes due to not receiving rental payments and the inability to evict tenants.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05338*546*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE EMPLOYEE, PARTNERSHIP AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEE HEALTH INSURANCE PLANS.*To: (1) Direct the Comptroller to ensure that the state employee and partnership plans are (A) examined by (i) certified actuaries, and (ii) the Auditors of Public Accounts, and (B) secured by stop-loss coverage; (2) subject the state employee and partnership plans to (A) the same requirements that apply to other group health plans, including, but not limited to, (i) prior rate review and approval by the Insurance Department for the partnership plan, and (ii) a required medical loss ratio of at least eighty per cent, and (B) the Finance Advisory Committee process for any transfer of state funds to support any losses incurred by the state employee or partnership plan; and (3) require the Auditors of Public Accounts to report, at least annually, to the Office of Policy and Management, the Insurance Department and the Office of Health Strategy (A) regarding the financial solvency of the state employee, partnership and municipal employee health insurance plans, and (B) the name of, services rendered by and financial arrangements with any consultant engaged by the Comptroller to support the state employee, partnership and municipal employee health insurance plans.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05339*679*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LIVING ORGAN DONOR INSURANCE DISCRIMINATION.*To: (1) Prohibit certain insurers from discriminating against any individual solely because such individual is a living organ donor; and (2) provide that such discrimination constitutes a violation of the Connecticut Unfair Insurance Practices Act.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05340*752*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SINGLE PAYER HEALTH CARE PROGRAM IN CONNECTICUT.*To: (1) Establish (A) a self-insured single payer health care program for this state, and (B) various agencies and entities to oversee this state's single payer health care program; and (2) request a waiver from the federal government pursuant to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05341*766*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CRUMBLING CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS AND BONDING.*To extend the sunset date for Connecticut Foundation Solutions Indemnity Company, Inc., and ensure that additional bond dollars are available for the testing and remediation of crumbling concrete foundations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05342*775*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TREATMENTS FOR NEUROLOGICAL DISEASES.*To accelerate, and provide greater access to, critical therapies for neurological diseases, including, but not limited to, physical therapy for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05343*795*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE CLAIMS.*To specify deadlines by which a property and casualty insurer shall: (1) Acknowledge that a claim has been filed; (2) send a casualty claims adjuster to investigate a claim; and (3) offer to settle a claim.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05344*796*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING INSURANCE COMPANIES FROM USING CREDIT SCORES AS A FACTOR IN UNDERWRITING OR RATING PRIVATE PASSENGER NONFLEET AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE POLICIES.*To prohibit an insurance company from using an applicant's or insured's credit history as a factor in underwriting or rating a private passenger nonfleet automobile insurance policy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05345*813*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING THE SUNSET DATE FOR CONNECTICUT FOUNDATION SOLUTIONS INDEMNITY COMPANY, INC.*To extend the sunset date for Connecticut Foundation Solutions Indemnity Company, Inc., to December 31, 2040.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05346*888*2021*162*PB *AN ACT LIMITING CHANGES TO PRESCRIPTION DRUG FORMULARIES.*To further limit when health carriers may change prescription drug formularies during a policy term.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05347*892*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING THE PERIOD CHILDREN MAY RETAIN DENTAL INSURANCE COVERAGE UNDER THEIR PARENTS' INSURANCE POLICIES.*To allow children to retain dental insurance coverage under their parents' insurance policies until the policy anniversary date on or after the date on which they attain the age of twenty-six.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05348*926*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ENABLING SMALL GROUPS OF EMPLOYEES TO NEGOTIATE INSURANCE RATES.*To enable groups of fifty or fewer employees to negotiate rates for the purchase of insurance.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05349*958*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR THE PERIL OF COLLAPSE.*To require homeowners insurance policies to provide coverage for the peril of collapse.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05350*1042*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INSURANCE FOR BUSINESSES LOCATED IN DISTRESSED MUNICIPALITIES.*To address insurance underwriting and rates for businesses located in distressed municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05351*1086*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR PUBLIC ADJUSTERS.*To require public adjusters licensed in this state to complete a course of continuing education at least once every two years.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05352*1088*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING INSURERS TO DISCLOSE THE EXISTENCE OF CERTAIN PRECONDITIONS TO COVERAGE UNDER CERTAIN HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE POLICIES.*To require an insurer that delivers, issues for delivery or renews a homeowners insurance policy for a residential dwelling in this state and requires, as a precondition to delivering, issuing or renewing such policy, that the residential dwelling be evaluated disclose such requirement to the insured or prospective insured before such insurer delivers, issues or renews such policy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05353*1113*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INSURANCE NETWORK LEASING CONTRACT STANDARDS.*To ensure that the standards governing insurance network leasing contracts provide: (1) Sufficient transparency before an insurance network may be leased; and (2) an opportunity for in-network health care providers to approve or reject a proposed insurance network leasing contract.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05354*237*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CUSTODIAL INTERFERENCE.*To close a loophole in the custodial interference statutes that can prevent a child from having access to both custodial parents during the pendency of a child custody case.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05355*587*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ENCOURAGING MINORS TO SEEK MEDICAL ASSISTANCE FOR ALCOHOL POISONING.*To save lives by encouraging minors to seek medical assistance for alcohol poisoning.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05356*605*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A REAL PROPERTY OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR EXPENSES INCURRED WHEN TREES OR TREE LIMBS FALL ON AN ADJOINING OWNER'S REAL PROPERTY.*To impose liability on the owner of real property for the expenses of removing a tree or limb that falls on an adjoining owner's private real property.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05357*606*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY AND DEVELOP A POLICY TO REDUCE THE NUMBER OF AUTO THEFTS AND BREAK-INS AND OTHER PERSONAL PROPERTY CRIMES.*To review current policies and make recommendations to reduce auto thefts and break-ins and other personal property crimes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05358*665*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REDUCTION OF ECONOMIC DAMAGES IN A PERSONAL INJURY OR WRONGFUL DEATH ACTION FOR COLLATERAL SOURCE PAYMENTS MADE ON BEHALF OF A CLAIMANT.*To permit a post-verdict collateral source reduction in damages in certain personal injury or wrongful death matters involving a right of subrogation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05359*674*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO COUNSEL IN CERTAIN SUMMARY PROCESS PROCEEDINGS.*To ensure that any tenant negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic has access to legal counsel in a summary process proceeding.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05360*692*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FILING OF A CIVIL ACTION RESULTING FROM A MALICIOUS CRIMINAL PROSECUTION.*To create a limited exception in the statute of limitations for the filing of a civil action that is based upon a malicious criminal prosecution.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05361*815*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A PARENT'S OBLIGATION FOR SUPPORT OF A CHILD.*To continue a parent's child support obligation until the child reaches twenty-one years of age.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05362*494*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE AUTOMATIC TRANSFER OF CERTAIN AUTO THEFT CASES FROM THE JUVENILE COURT TO THE CRIMINAL DOCKET AND REVISING THE STATE-WIDE POLICY ON POLICE PURSUITS SPECIFIC TO PROPERTY CRIMES.*To promote more effective deterrents to motor vehicle theft by juveniles and to revise the state-wide policy on motor vehicle pursuit by police officers specific to property crimes.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05363*669*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO DETER MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT IN THIS STATE.*To create a task force to make recommendations to deter motor vehicle theft.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05364*670*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING UNAUTHORIZED PUBLIC PHOTOGRAPHY OF INDIVIDUALS WITH GENETIC OR MEDICAL CONDITIONS.*To create a penalty for the unauthorized public photography of an individual with a genetic or medical condition.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05365*722*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SEXUAL ASSAULT IN THE ABSENCE OF CONSENT.*To make sexual intercourse without consent a crime.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05366*810*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING THE CASH BAIL SYSTEM.*To alleviate the financial burden that such a system places on lower income residents in our state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05367*823*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RACIALLY MOTIVATED HATE CRIMES.*To ensure that persons found guilty of racially motivated hate crimes are held accountable.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05368*870*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SEXUAL ASSAULT IN THE FIRST DEGREE.*To clarify that a victim of sexual assault in the first degree is compelled to submit to, rather than engage in sexual intercourse by the use of force.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05369*959*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FULL IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CASTLE DOCTRINE.*To fully adopt the "castle doctrine".*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05370*960*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REINSTATING THE DEATH PENALTY.*To reinstate the death penalty.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05371*961*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE CRIME OF MURDER AS A RESULT OF A DRUG OVERDOSE.*To establish a new crime of murder for those responsible for supplying illegal drugs to a victim of an overdose.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05372*50*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING CERTAIN FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO BE ABLE TO PERFORM CERTAIN FUNCTIONS UNDER THE LAWS RELATING TO FIREARMS.*To include active and retired or separated federal law enforcement officers in certain laws relating to firearms.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05373*785*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REAL ESTATE ABUTTING A WAY.*To create clarity regarding real estate abutting a way.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05374*995*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REMOTE NOTARIZATION.*To codify the provisions of Executive Order 7k, issued by Governor Ned Lamont on March 23, 2020, so as to permit the remote notarization of documents by a notary public or a commissioner of the Superior Court provided there is compliance with certain safeguards.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05375*1038*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROTECTING A MORTGAGOR FROM AN UNREASONABLE INVASION OF HIS OR HER PRIVACY BY A MORTGAGE HOLDER.*To ensure that a mortgagee does not enter upon the residential real property that is the subject of the mortgage without the permission of the owner, occupant or mortgagor or an order of a court.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05376*1070*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION.*To prohibit female genital mutilation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05377*5407*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REMOVAL OF COVID-19 RELATED LAYOFFS FROM THE UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION EXPERIENCE ACCOUNT.*To remove COVID-19 related layoffs from the unemployment experience account.*0*0*0*0*0*3*208**2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB05378*393*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PUBLIC EMPLOYEE VOTING RIGHTS.*To protect public employees' rights to elect a union of their choice to represent their interests.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05379*483*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROMOTING THE PARTICIPATION IN VOCATIONAL AGRICULTURE WORK PROGRAMS BY SMALL FARMS.*To promote the participation of vocational agriculture work programs by farms in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05380*498*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING WORKERS' COMPENSATION COVERAGE TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PERSONNEL DIAGNOSED WITH POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER.*To extend workers' compensation coverage to emergency services personnel suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05381*437*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE MUNICIPAL PROPERTY TAX WAIVER.*To increase the optional municipal property tax waiver to one hundred dollars.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05382*663*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF EMINENT DOMAIN FOR CERTAIN COMMERCIAL PURPOSES.*To prohibit state and municipal governments from exercising the use of eminent domain for certain commercial purposes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05383*839*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR CERTAIN FIRST RESPONDERS.*To specify that a municipality may establish a property tax exemption for certain first responders in an amount up to two thousand dollars.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05384*1002*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE REGULATION OF FIREARMS BY MUNICIPALITIES.*To prohibit municipalities from adopting ordinances and regulations to regulate firearms.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05385*543*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CEDAR HILLS INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT.*To modify the organization of the Cedar Hills Infrastructure Improvement District.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05386*762*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL REVIEW OF BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATIONS FILED BY CERTAIN GROUP HOMES.*To permit municipal review of building permit applications for expansion of certain group homes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05387*770*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AGREEMENTS TO FIX ASSESSMENTS BETWEEN MUNICIPALITIES AND CERTAIN PARTIES.*To allow the boards of selectmen, instead of the town meetings, of certain municipalities to enter into certain agreements to fix assessments.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05388*985*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS BY ADULT ADOPTED PERSONS TO ORIGINAL BIRTH CERTIFICATES.*To grant all Connecticut-born adoptees who are eighteen years of age or older access to their original birth records.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05389*1008*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT.*To add all commercial construction equipment to the schedule of depreciation for personal property.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05390*589*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PROGRAM TO IMPROVE OUTREACH TO PERSONS OF COLOR REGARDING BREAST HEALTH.*To improve the outreach and education to persons who currently may not be receiving information regarding breast health and the early detection of breast cancer.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05391*608*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE OPERATION OF FOOD TRUCKS.*To establish a state-wide permitting, licensure and inspection process that enables a food truck to operate in all municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05392*675*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MARRIAGE LICENSES AND VIRTUAL WEDDING CEREMONIES.*To allow a marriage license to be obtained remotely and a wedding ceremony to be performed virtually.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05393*685*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING ACCESS TO SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER TREATMENT FACILITIES.*To expand access to substance use disorder treatment facilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05394*721*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING ACCESS TO OPIOID ANTAGONISTS.*To expand access to opioid antagonists and allow wider public access without a prescription to persons at risk of an opioid-related drug overdose.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05395*790*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TELEHEALTH AND THE VETERINARIAN-CLIENT-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP.*To allow veterinarians to provide telehealth services and to establish certain standards with regard to a veterinarian-client-patient relationship in the context of the provision of such services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05396*791*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING PHARMACISTS TO ADMINISTER THE INFLUENZA VACCINE TO CHILDREN TWELVE YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER.*To reduce the costs of and expand access to the administration of the influenza vaccine for minors.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05397*800*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR CERTAIN NURSE'S AIDES.*To establish a tuition reimbursement program for nurse's aides who complete a nurse's aide training program and work as a nurse's aide in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05398*802*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT OR HEALTH DISTRICT FUNDING.*To establish a more equitable method of increasing per capita funding for local health departments or health districts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05399*763*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A GRANDPARENT'S ACCESS TO THE BIRTH CERTIFICATE OF HIS OR HER GRANDCHILD.*To curtail the right of a grandparent to access the birth certificate of his or her grandchild in certain situations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05400*801*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING BLOOD LEAD LEVEL REQUIREMENTS.*To lower the acceptable lead blood level to five micrograms per deciliter of blood for the purposes of reporting and investigation and to establish adequate funding for appropriate follow-up investigations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05401*867*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING MANDATORY COVID-19 VACCINATION.*To prohibit the State of Connecticut or any employee thereof from mandating a COVID-19 vaccination.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05402*868*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING EMPLOYERS AND PUBLIC OFFICIALS FROM REQUIRING PROOF OF COVID-19 VACCINATION.*To prohibit employers and public officials from requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05403*876*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSES.*To expand the selection process for new advanced practice registered nurses and eliminate the barrier for any advanced practice registered nurse who wishes to work in the state but is having difficulty finding physicians with whom to collaborate.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05404*881*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MINIMUM STAFFING LEVELS FOR CERTIFIED NURSE'S ASSISTANTS EMPLOYED BY NURSING HOMES.*To ensure the safety of nursing home residents by ensuring adequate staff to address their needs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05405*909*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSES TO PERFORM FLUOROSCOPY SERVICES.*To expand the services an advanced practice registered nurse may administer.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05406*912*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TREATMENT OF CHRONIC PAIN WITHOUT OPIOID DRUGS.*To establish guidelines and recommendations for the treatment of chronic pain without the use of opioid drugs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05407*929*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE DISPENSING AND ADMINISTERING OF METHADONE TO BE REPORTED THROUGH THE ELECTRONIC PRESCRIPTION DRUG MONITORING PROGRAM.*To require the dispensing or administering directly to a patient of an opioid agonist to be reported through the electronic prescription drug monitoring program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05408*934*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RECRUITMENT OF PHYSICIANS TO THE STATE.*To establish a loan forgiveness program for purposes of recruiting physicians to the state and expanding access to primary and behavioral health care services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05409*986*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE LICENSURE OF BIRTHING CENTERS.*To require licensure in the state only of birthing centers that are accredited using standards set forth by the Commissioner for the Accreditation of Birthing Centers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05410*803*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REDUCTION OF VACCINE HESITANCY.*To reduce vaccine hesitancy and increase vaccine uptake by providing minimal statutory assurances regarding vaccine safety.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05411*585*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO THE FEDERAL 1033 PROGRAM BY MUNICIPAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES.*To allow municipal law enforcement's continued access to the federal 1033 program for emergency response, relief and rescue services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05412*2910*2021*162*CB *AN ACT NAMING THE TROOP K STATE POLICE BARRACKS IN COLCHESTER IN HONOR OF LINDA A. ORANGE.*To name the Troop K State Police Barracks in honor of late State Representative Linda A. Orange.*0*0*0*0*0*2*71**2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB05413*686*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DEDICATING REVENUE FROM NEW TYPES OF GAMING TO THE TEACHERS' RETIREMENT FUND.*To require all revenue collected from new types of gaming established in the state be dedicated to the Teachers' Retirement Fund, until said fund is fully funded.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05414*890*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STATE CRANE INSPECTORS.*To require the Department of Administrative Services to hire an additional crane inspector.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05415*414*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE STATE CONSTITUTION CONCERNING TRANSPORTATION FUNDS.*To prohibit the diversion of revenue derived from transportation to the General Fund before such revenue is deposited into the Special Transportation Fund.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05416*432*2021*162*PB *AN ACT NAMING A PORTION OF ROUTE 6 IN THE TOWNS OF COLUMBIA, ANDOVER, COVENTRY AND BOLTON THE "AGENT ORANGE MEMORIAL HIGHWAY".*To name a portion of Route 6 in the towns of Columbia, Andover, Coventry and Bolton the "Agent Orange Memorial Highway".*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05417*594*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A TRAIN STATION IN NEWINGTON.*To provide the residents of Newington with access to the Hartford Line.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05418*656*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ORGAN AND TISSUE DONOR STATUS ON ANY CREDENTIAL ISSUED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES.*To provide organ and tissue procurement organizations with access to the name and information of any person who indicated an intent to become an organ and tissue donor on any credential issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles, including permits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05419*5767*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FEDERAL CLEAN AIR ACT FEE ON MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATIONS.*To ensure that the revenue collected from the "federal Clean Air Act fee" is used to fund green transportation initiatives.*0*0*0*0*0*2*308**2021-03-22 00:00:00*2021-03-23 00:00:00**0* ** HB05420*3483*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING DRIVER RESPONSIBILITY AT INOPERATIVE TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNALS.*To require a motor vehicle operator, when approaching an intersection with an inoperative traffic control signal, to stop as though such intersection was controlled by a stop sign.*0*0*0*0*0*4*309**2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB05421*756*2021*162*PB *AN ACT NAMING THE OYSTER RIVER BRIDGE IN MILFORD IN HONOR OF RICHARD ROY.*To name the Oyster River Bridge in honor of former State Representative Richard "Dick" Roy, who served his district with distinction for twenty years.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05422*788*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RETIREMENT AND GROUP WELFARE BENEFITS FOR UNCLASSIFIED CONNECTICUT AIRPORT AUTHORITY EMPLOYEES.*To amend the retirement and group welfare benefits given to certain unclassified state employees at the Connecticut Airport Authority.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05423*5975*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE EXPANSION OF PASSENGER TRAIN AND GROUND TRANSPORTATION SERVICES IN EASTERN CONNECTICUT.*To study the expansion of passenger train and ground transportation services in the eastern region of the state.*0*0*0*0*0*2*310**2021-03-24 00:00:00*2021-03-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05424*794*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION PASSES FOR STUDENTS IN ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMS.*To encourage and support students enrolled in adult education programs to continue to attend such programs by providing them with free or reduced-fare access to public transportation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05425*835*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FREE USE OF CTFASTRAK.*To alleviate the financial burden on residents who use buses and encourage more residents to use buses as opposed to personal motor vehicles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05426*895*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A SIGN ON ROUTE 8 INDICATING THE LOCATION OF TORRINGTON'S MEMORIAL TO THE VICTIMS OF THE SEPTEMBER 11, 2001, TERRORIST ATTACKS.*To place a sign on Route 8 indicating the location of Torrington's memorial to the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05427*935*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A WORKING GROUP TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY AND IMPACT OF CONVERTING HIGH-OCCUPANCY VEHICLE LANES.*To establish a working group to study ways to convert high-occupancy vehicle lanes to enhance commerce and public safety on Connecticut's roadways.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05428*449*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SALE AND REPAIR OF EMERGENCY APPARATUS.*To protect first responders and increase public safety by requiring entities selling and repairing emergency apparatus to be properly licensed by the Department of Motor Vehicles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05429*1511*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PEDESTRIAN SAFETY, VISION ZERO COUNCIL, SPEED LIMITS IN MUNICIPALITIES, FINES AND CHARGES FOR CERTAIN VIOLATIONS, THE GREENWAYS COMMEMORATIVE ACCOUNT AND MAINTENANCE WORK ZONE AND SCHOOL ZONE SAFETY ENFORCEMENT.*To (1) require motorists to grant the right-of-way to pedestrians who affirmatively indicate their intention to cross the road in a crosswalk; (2) increase the fine for operating a motor vehicle while using a hand-held mobile telephone or electronic device; (3) increase the additional fee provided to municipalities for certain traffic violations; (4) establish a fine for opening the door of a motor vehicle in a way that impedes the travel of a pedestrian or a person riding a bicycle; (5) allow local traffic authorities to establish speed limits and pedestrian safety zones; (6) establish the greenways commemorative account; (7) allow the use of automated traffic enforcement safety devices within maintenance work zones; and (8) establish a pilot program to use automated traffic enforcement safety devices in school zones.*0*1*0*1*0*34*94**2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05430*1363*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR CERTAIN IMMUNIZATION CONSULTATIONS.*To require health insurance coverage for at least a twenty-minute consultation between a health care provider and a covered individual concerning the immunizations that are recommended for such individual by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05431*1362*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING EXERTIONAL HEAT ILLNESS EDUCATION TRAINING FOR COACHES.*To require exertional heat illness training for coaches.*0*1*0*0*0*6***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05432*957*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE PAYMENT OF SALARIES TO LEGISLATORS IN THE ABSENCE OF A BUDGET.*To encourage the debate and passage of the state budget in a timely manner.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05433*1001*2021*162*PB *AN ACT FUNDING THE STATE-WIDE FIREARMS TRAFFICKING TASK FORCE BY REDUCING CITIZENS' ELECTION PROGRAM GRANTS.*To provide funding to the state-wide firearms trafficking task force.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05434*726*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO THE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PROVIDED AS PART OF THE AFTER SCHOOL GRANT PROGRAM.*To make revisions to the technical assistance requirements under the after school grant program to ensure accountability and the provision of quality services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05435*727*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A CONNECTICUT SUMMER LEARNING COVID-19 RECOVERING INITIATIVE.*To establish the Connecticut Summer Learning COVID-19 Recovering Initiative.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05436*757*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SCHOOL VOUCHER PROGRAMS.*To authorize boards of education to establish a school voucher program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05437*761*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FORMULA FOR THE EDUCATION COST-SHARING GRANT AND THE EQUITABLE FUNDING OF SMALL TOWNS.*To revise the education cost-sharing grant formula for the purpose of equitably funding small towns.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05438*769*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE COST OF SPECIAL EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS WHO CHANGE SCHOOL DISTRICTS DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR.*To establish a money-follows-the-child approach to providing special education.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05439*806*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FINANCIAL INCENTIVES AND DISINCENTIVES FOR SCHOOL DISTRICTS RELATED TO HIGH SCHOOL START TIMES.*To encourage boards of education to establish high school start times that are based on research findings that demonstrates that high school students perform better when they get more sleep and rest.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05440*782*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RABBIT PROCESSING FACILITIES.*To provide for the processing of rabbits in the state for consumption by consumers and retail food establishments.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05441*784*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MODIFICATION OR REVOCATION OF CONSENT ORDERS BY THE COMMISSIONER OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.*To ensure that any consent order entered into by a party and the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection, or the commissioner's designee, is not modified or revoked without the consent of the parties affected by the order.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05442*917*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONVERSION OF BIOSOLIDS INTO FERTILE SOILS FOR USE BY FARMERS.*To study the conversion and use of biosolids into fertile soils for use by farmers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05443*937*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING HUNTING ON PRIVATE LANDS ON SUNDAYS.*To allow for hunting on private lands on Sundays.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05444*989*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CARBON CONTENT OF CONCRETE USED IN STATE PROJECTS.*To encourage the use of low carbon construction materials.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05445*991*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING NET ZERO CARBON BUILDING INITIATIVES THROUGH A BUSINESS ACCELERATOR.*To facilitate regional planning and projects for net zero carbon building initiatives.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05446*996*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE USE OF SINGLE SHOT HANDGUNS DURING THE PRIVATE LAND REVOLVER DEER HUNTING SEASON.*To authorize the use of single shot handguns during the private land revolver deer hunting season.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05447*997*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING A BLACK BEAR HUNTING SEASON IN NORTHWEST CONNECTICUT.*To establish a black bear hunting season in northwestern Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05448*998*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CARRYING OF PISTOLS IN STATE FORESTS BY PISTOL PERMIT HOLDERS.*To authorize the carrying of pistols in state forests by pistol permit holders for the purpose of self-defense.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05449*999*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CARRYING OF HANDGUNS BY PISTOL PERMIT HOLDERS WHILE BOW HUNTING FOR DEER OR TURKEY.*To allow for self-defense of pistol permit holders while engaged in bow hunting for deer and turkey.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05450*1000*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PURCHASE OF LONG GUNS AND ATTENDANT AMMUNITION AND MAGAZINES BY PERSONS POSSESSING A HUNTING LICENSE AND A VALID STATE-ISSUED PHOTO IDENTIFICATION.*To allow persons who hold a hunting license and a state-issued photo identification to purchase long guns and ammunition.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05451*1023*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A CLEAN WATER INFRASTRUCTURE FUND AND JOBS PROGRAM.*To invest in clean water and drinking water infrastructure and employ state residents on such projects.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05452*1034*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE IDENTIFICATION OF TRAINED THERAPY DOGS.*To distinguish between trained therapy dogs and untrained emotional support dogs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05453*1048*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROMOTING THE COMPOSTING OF FOOD WASTE.*To promote the composting of food waste and alternate methods of disposing of such waste.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05454*1062*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE RELEASE OF HELIUM BALLOONS.*To limit the harm to Long Island Sound and other state waterways from the release of helium balloons.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05455*1051*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE QUALIFYING INCOME THRESHOLDS FOR THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR PENSION OR ANNUITY INCOME.*To establish additional qualifying income threshold tiers and deduction percentages for the personal income tax deduction for pension or annuity income.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05456*1077*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RESTORING THE SALES AND USE TAXES EXEMPTION FOR PURCHASES OF NEW NATURAL GAS, HYDROGEN OR ELECTRIC MOTOR VEHICLES.*To restore the sales and use taxes exemption for the sale of and the storage, use or other consumption of a new motor vehicle exclusively powered by natural gas, hydrogen or electricity.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05457*1163*2021*162*PB *AN ACT SUSPENDING PENALTIES AND INTEREST FOR CERTAIN LATE FILINGS.*To suspend the imposition of penalties and interest for certain late filings to assist individuals and businesses in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05458*1021*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY IMPLEMENTATION OF A UNICAMERAL LEGISLATURE.*To study how to convert the legislature from a bicameral to a unicameral body.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05459*1071*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ADOPTION OF ATLANTIC STANDARD TIME.*To require the state to adopt Atlantic Standard time upon the enactment of legislation in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New York adopting said time and federal approval of such change.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05460*1130*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING PUBLIC HEARINGS ON REPORTS OF THE AUDITORS OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS.*To promote transparency on how state agencies conduct business for the benefit of the public.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05461*4981*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING JURISDICTION OVER DISPUTES IN ELECTIONS FOR THE OFFICES OF STATE SENATOR AND STATE REPRESENTATIVE.*To statutorily confer jurisdiction over contested elections for state legislative offices to the judicial branch.*0*0*0*0*0*3***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05462*1334*2021*162*PB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE STATE CONTRACTING STANDARDS BOARD.*To ensure transparency and competition in state contracting.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05463*972*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM BY ELIGIBLE COLLEGE STUDENTS.*To identify education programs offered by institutions of higher education which comply with federal regulations that allow eligible students to enroll in the state-administered federal supplemental nutrition assistance program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05464*3790*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX CREDIT FOR PROVIDERS OF CLINICAL NURSING EXPERIENCES.*To provide a tax credit to preceptors who provide clinical nursing experiences to nursing students earning a bachelor's, master's or doctorate degree from an institution of higher education in the state.*0*0*0*1*0*3*247**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB05465*976*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FRINGE BENEFIT COST FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE CONSTITUENT UNITS OF THE STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To require the Comptroller to fund the unfunded pension liability portion of the fringe benefit cost for employees of the constituent units of the state system of higher education.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05466*1050*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A WAIVER OF APPLICATION FEES FOR PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION FOR STATE RESIDENTS.*To designate days every year on which state residents may apply for free to undergraduate programs at public institutions of higher education in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05467*5503*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A "FEE-FREE DAY" AT PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To require the Board of Regents for Higher Education and the Board of Trustees of The University of Connecticut to establish an annual "Fee-Free Day".*0*0*0*0*0*2*248**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB05468*5501*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING COLLEGE CREDITS AWARDED FOR MILITARY TRAINING.*To require the governing board of each institution of higher education to review and update its policy concerning credits awarded for a student's military training every five years.*0*0*0*0*0*2*249**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB05469*1059*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER SERVICES UNDER THE MEDICAID PROGRAM.*To expand Medicaid-covered services for persons with autism spectrum disorder.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05470*1124*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF TEMPORARY STATE SERVICES TO VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.*To provide expedited temporary support services to victims of domestic violence.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05471*1309*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE.*To protect consumers planning for long-term care.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05472*1047*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING APPROVAL OF THE TRANSFER OF STRUCTURED SETTLEMENT PAYMENT RIGHTS.*To protect the best interests of payees of structured settlements.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05473*1127*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ADDITIONAL METHODS AND RESOURCES TO DETER JUVENILE AUTO THEFT.*To offer additional pretrial educational and diversionary resources for juveniles in the criminal justice system while promoting public safety and reducing motor vehicle thefts by persistent juvenile offenders.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05474*1140*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF CRITICAL SERVICES TO PERSONS SUFFERING AS A RESULT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.*To provide critical services to persons suffering as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05475*1143*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR PERSONS SUFFERING FROM THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.*To provide critical services to persons suffering as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05476*1145*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES TO VETERANS, THE HOMELESS AND OTHER VULNERABLE POPULATIONS.*To expand the provision of mental health and addiction services state-wide in response to the greater need for such services arising during the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05477*1298*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF THE ADEQUACY OF CERTAIN NOTICE PROVIDED TO MOTHERS OF STILLBORN FETUSES.*To require hospitals to inform mothers of stillborn fetuses of the right to arrange for burial or cremation of such fetuses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05478*887*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING FORECLOSURES FOR CERTAIN MORTGAGE LOAN DEFAULTS.*To (1) prevent a mortgagee from placing a lien against or foreclosing upon property for any mortgage loan default caused by a missed installment payment between March 1, 2020, and September 30, 2021, and (2) require the mortgagee to add any such missed installment payment to the mortgage loan balance and extend the term of the loan.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05479*1949*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REVISING CERTAIN STATUTES CONCERNING MORTGAGE LENDERS, CORRESPONDENT LENDERS, BROKERS AND LOAN ORIGINATORS.*To (1) revise and delete certain definitions in section 36a-485 of the general statutes, (2) delete the provisions in subdivision (5) of subsection (b) of section 36a-486 of the general statutes, and (3) remove certain requirements concerning branch office locations in chapter 668 of the general statutes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05480*1374*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A REVOLVING LOAN PROGRAM FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND REUSE OF EXISTING PROPERTIES.*To establish a low-interest revolving loan program designed to address financing gaps that otherwise would hinder reinvestment into the development and reuse of existing unused buildings or properties.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05481*5620*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A GRANT PROGRAM FOR WOMEN AND MINORITY-OWNED BUSINESSES.*To provide access to capital for women and minority-owned businesses.*0*0*0*1*0*4*250**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB05482*4007*2021*162*CB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE WORKING GROUP ON A PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP TO RECRUIT BUSINESSES TO CONNECTICUT.*To implement the recommendations of the working group on a public-private partnership to recruit businesses to the state.*0*0*0*1*0*3*168**2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05483*832*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE SALARIES OF PARAEDUCATORS IN THE STATE.*To increase the salaries of paraeducators and paraprofessionals in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05484*834*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PILOT PROGRAM FOR THE TEACHING OF CERTAIN IMPORTANT LIFE SKILLS TO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS.*To better prepare our high school students for issues they may face as adults.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05485*866*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR REGIONAL AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION CENTERS.*To achieve funding equity of the per student grant for agricultural science and technology education centers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05486*869*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING BOARDS OF EDUCATION TO REVISE SCHOOL BUS ROUTES TO REFLECT ACTUAL STUDENT RIDERSHIP.*To assist boards of education in reducing school transportation costs by allowing them to revise school bus routes to reflect actual student ridership.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05487*874*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO REVIEW AND EVALUATE THE LAWS GOVERNING CHARTER SCHOOLS.*To establish a task force to review and evaluate Connecticut's charter school statutes and regulations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05488*875*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FUNDING FOR REGIONAL AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION CENTERS.*To achieve funding equity of the per student grant for agricultural science and technology education centers and the Technical Education and Career System.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05489*899*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE AGE THAT A CHILD WITH A DISABILITY MAY BE CARED FOR IN A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME.*To raise the age that a child with a disability may be cared for in a family child care home setting in order to accommodate the existing and extended needs of those children.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05490*900*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REIMBURSEMENT TO SCHOOL DISTRICTS FOR FORMER MAGNET SCHOOL STUDENTS WHO ENROLL IN A PUBLIC SCHOOL AFTER OCTOBER FIRST.*To provide reimbursement on a pro rata basis to school districts for former magnet school students who enroll in a public school after October first.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05491*901*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING PUBLIC SCHOOLS BE EQUIPPED WITH CLASSROOM DOORS THAT LOCK FROM THE INSIDE.*To require all public school classrooms to be equipped with doors that are able to be locked from inside the classroom.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05492*903*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INCLUSION OF SCHOOL EMERGENCY SITUATIONS AND CRISIS RESPONSE DRILLS IN STUDENTS' INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAMS.*To include school emergency situations and crisis response drills in a student's IEP in order to accommodate such student's needs during emergencies.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05493*904*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INCLUSION OF MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS IN THE PUBLIC SCHOOL CURRICULUM.*To require the public school health curriculum to include mental health awareness.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05494*905*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL SECURITY AND SAFETY PLANS.*To require boards of education to implement the school security and safety plans for each school under the jurisdiction of such boards.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05495*906*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SCHOOL SAFETY INFRASTRUCTURE COUNCIL.*To include a licensed architect to the membership of the School Safety Infrastructure Council.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05496*907*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FULL FUNDING OF THE SPECIAL EDUCATION EXCESS COST GRANT.*To fully fund the special education excess cost grant.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05497*908*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE EXECUTIVE BRANCH FROM MAKING RESCISSIONS TO A TOWN'S EDUCATION COST-SHARING GRANT DURING THE FISCAL YEAR.*To prohibit the Governor from making rescissions to towns' education cost-sharing grants during a fiscal year.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05498*913*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE USE OF SCHOOL SECURITY INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT FUNDS FOR THE EMPLOYMENT OF ARMED SECURITY OFFICERS.*To allow school districts to use school security infrastructure competitive grant program funds to employ armed school security officers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05499*914*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ADOPTION OF A SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING CURRICULUM FOR CONNECTICUT SCHOOLS.*To include social-emotional learning within Connecticut schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05500*915*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A STATE-WIDE PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO LARGE SCALE SCHOOL CRISIS EVENTS.*To require the Department of Education to develop a state-wide plan for responding to large scale school crisis events.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05501*922*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING OFF-DUTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO CARRY FIREARMS ON SCHOOL GROUNDS.*To allow off-duty law enforcement officers to carry firearms on school grounds.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05502*923*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE EMPLOYMENT OF ARMED SCHOOL SECURITY OFFICERS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.*To allow for the employment of armed school resource officers and school security officers in public schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05503*925*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO CONDUCT A STUDY CONCERNING SCHOOL START TIMES.*To establish a task force to conduct a study concerning school start times.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05504*1039*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROVIDING FLEXIBILITY FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF ALLIANCE DISTRICT FUNDING.*To provide boards of education for alliance districts flexibility in how they utilize and expend their alliance district funds.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05505*1058*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO REVIEW THE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR EDUCATORS.*To determine ways in which to streamline course offerings and requirements under the professional development laws for educators.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05506*1075*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SCHOOL ROOF BUILDING PROJECTS.*To amend the date by which a school roof project begins.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05507*1081*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMINATION PREPARATION COMPANIES FROM DISCLOSING OR SELLING STUDENT INFORMATION.*To protect the privacy of students taking college entrance exams.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05508*1082*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DATE ON WHICH A CHILD MUST TURN FIVE YEARS OLD IN ORDER TO ENROLL IN KINDERGARTEN.*To require students to have reached age five by September first of the year they enter kindergarten.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05509*1415*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FUNDING OF STATE CHARTER SCHOOLS.*To fund charter schools equitably and to study the feasibility of providing education cost sharing grants to state charter schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05510*750*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INCLUSION OF LGBTQ+ STUDIES IN THE PUBLIC SCHOOL CURRICULUM.*To include LGBTQ+ studies in the public school curriculum.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05511*1066*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE PLANTING OF INVASIVE BAMBOO.*To prohibit the planting of invasive bamboo.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05512*1068*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE DECLAWING OF CATS.*To prohibit the practice of declawing cats.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05513*1072*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE APPROVAL PROCESS FOR ANAEROBIC DIGESTERS.*To provide energy production and clean waste disposal to rural communities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05514*1079*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AN AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES MONITORING PROGRAM AT BOAT LAUNCHES.*To stop the spread of aquatic invasive species.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05515*1080*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING DE-ICING ALTERNATIVES.*To protect groundwater and drinking water supplies from the effect of de-icing agents.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05516*1093*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PHASING OUT THE PASSPORT TO THE PARKS MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION FEE AND IMPLEMENTING OTHER PARK USER FEES.*To phase out the Passport to the Parks fee and replace it with fees charged to visitors of state parks and forests.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05517*1332*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROVIDING FREE HUNTING AND FISHING LICENSES TO VOLUNTEER CONSERVATION EDUCATION AND FIREARMS SAFETY INSTRUCTORS.*To compensate certain volunteer instructors with complimentary hunting and fishing licenses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05518*1563*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY METHODS FOR ENFORCING LAKE REGULATIONS.*To identify methods for enforcing regulations that apply to our lakes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05519*1574*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING LOCAL REPRESENTATION ON THE SITING COUNCIL.*To require local representation on the Siting Council.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05520*1589*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TREATMENT OF CHICKEN EGGS AS FRESH PRODUCE.*To allow produce vouchers for state food nutrition programs to cover the purchase of chicken eggs at farmers' markets.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05521*1632*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE BOTTLE BILL.*To reduce solid waste volume for municipalities single-stream processing and to encourage consumer recycling.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05522*1644*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING HUNTERS TO USE SOUND SUPPRESSORS.*To authorize hunters to use firearms fitted with sound suppressors.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05523*1799*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING ENFORCEMENT OF FISHING REGULATIONS.*To enforce fishing regulations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05524*1812*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A STATE-WIDE LAND TRUST.*To help conserve land.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05525*1818*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF POLYSTYRENE CONTAINERS IN RESTAURANTS.*To prohibit the use of polystyrene containers in restaurants.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05526*1833*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMMUNITY LAND TRUSTS FOR FOOD PRODUCTION.*To create local self-sustaining food production throughout the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05527*1888*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF CHLORPYRIFOS.*To prohibit the use of chlorpyrifos in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05528*1894*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF LEGHOLD OR BODY-CRUSHING TRAPS.*To prohibit the use of leghold and body-crushing traps.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05529*1924*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ROAD SALT REDUCTION INCENTIVES FOR MUNICIPALITIES.*To incentivize greater use of road safety treatments that cause less environmental damage than the road salts currently used.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05530*1973*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ROLE OF STATE FORESTS IN MITIGATING CLIMATE CHANGE.*To evaluate the role of state forests and old growth forests in achieving the state's climate goals.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05531*723*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX ON AMMUNITION.*To establish a tax on the purchase of ammunition for sale at retail to increase funding for gun violence prevention programs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05532*811*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR THE CONNECTICUT FOUNDATION SOLUTIONS INDEMNITY COMPANY, INC.*To provide funding to the Crumbling Foundations Assistance Fund in order to assist the Connecticut Foundation Solutions Indemnity Company, Inc. in remedying the crumbling concrete foundation crisis in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05533*1100*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR A PEDESTRIAN ISLAND ON WHALLEY AVENUE IN NEW HAVEN.*To provide funds to the city of New Haven to reduce injury and promote safety and walkability on a widened area of Whalley Avenue where two pedestrians have been killed by motor vehicles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05534*1335*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR THE CONNECTICUT FOUNDATION SOLUTIONS INDEMNITY COMPANY, INC.*To authorize bonds of the state to provide an additional one hundred million dollars to the Crumbling Foundations Assistance Fund, in order to provide funding to the Connecticut Foundation Solutions Indemnity Company, Inc.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05535*1338*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING FROM THE PETROLEUM PRODUCTS GROSS EARNINGS TAX PROPANE GAS USED TO POWER MEDICALLY NECESSARY DEVICES AND EQUIPMENT.*To exempt from the petroleum products gross earnings tax propane gas to be used in a generator that provides electricity to medically necessary devices and equipment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05536*1343*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ADMISSIONS TAX FOR NEW BRITAIN STADIUM.*To expand the reduced admissions tax for New Britain Stadium from certain athletic events to any event at said stadium.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05537*1383*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN ARTICLES OF CLOTHING AND FOOTWEAR FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt articles of clothing or footwear costing under fifty dollars from the sales and use taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05538*1384*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING SMOKING CESSATION PRODUCTS FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt smoking cessation products from the sales and use taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05539*2440*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ADDITIONAL TAX RELIEF FOR CERTAIN SENIORS.*To provide additional tax relief to seniors who have resided in the same residence for more than thirty years.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05540*5600*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN AUTHORITY OF THE SECRETARY OF THE STATE.*To (1) eliminate the presumption that the Secretary of the State's declaratory rulings, opinions, instructions and orders correctly interpret and effectuate the administration of elections and primaries, (2) require that any such declaratory ruling, opinion, instruction or order be submitted for review and approval by the legislative branch, and (3) eliminate the ability of the Secretary to apply to the Judicial Branch for enforcement of certain orders issued by the Secretary.*0*0*0*0*0*3***2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB05541*1161*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CONTESTED ELECTIONS FOR STATE LEGISLATIVE OFFICES.*To grant jurisdiction over contested elections for state legislative offices to the Superior Court under certain circumstances where the General Assembly has not taken action.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05542*1620*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE APPOINTMENT OF STATE AGENCY COMMISSIONERS.*To ensure interim appointments are limited and prohibit being commissioner of two departments at a time.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05543*799*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ELEVATOR APPRENTICES.*To increase the allowable number of apprentices for elevator licensure.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05544*3785*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING FEE WAIVERS FOR VETERANS ATTENDING PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To provide student fee waivers at public institutions of higher education for veterans who performed service in a time of war and are enrolled at such institution.*0*0*0*0*0*17*228**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB05545*2926*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE BUDGET OF THE CONNECTICUT STATE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.*To require the Board of Regents for Higher Education to include the central office of the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities in the itemization of its budget request.*0*0*0*0*0*6*134**2021-02-08 00:00:00*2021-02-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB05546*248*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REQUIRED HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR TELEHEALTH SERVICES.*To: (1) Expand (A) required health insurance coverage for telehealth services, and (B) the variety of telehealth providers and platforms that are eligible for reimbursement; (2) provide that no (A) telehealth provider who provides a covered benefit to an insured through telehealth and receives a reimbursement for such benefit shall seek any payment from the insured for such benefit except for any coinsurance, copayment, deductible or other out-of-pocket expense due and owing for such benefit under the insured's health insurance policy, and (B) health carrier shall reduce the amount of any reimbursement paid to a telehealth provider for a covered benefit solely because the telehealth provider provided such covered benefit to an insured through telehealth.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05547*1372*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INSURANCE PREMIUM RATE INCREASES.*To provide that premium rate increases during the lifetime of an insurance policy shall, in the aggregate, not exceed seventy-five per cent of the original premium rate for the insurance policy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05548*1409*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LIVING ORGAN DONOR INSURANCE DISCRIMINATION.*To: (1) Prohibit certain insurers from discriminating against an individual solely because the individual is a living organ donor; and (2) provide that prohibited discrimination against a living organ donor constitutes a violation of the Connecticut Unfair Insurance Practices Act.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05549*1432*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REQUIRED HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR TELEHEALTH.*To: (1) Expand required health insurance coverage for telehealth services; and (2) require reimbursement parity for telehealth services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05550*2113*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE CONCERNING PEER SUPPORT SPECIALISTS.*To establish a task force to study the possible certification and education of peer support specialists in this state, the peer support services that would be delivered by such certified peer support specialists and possible health insurance coverage for such services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05551*2139*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING BALANCE BILLING AND PROVIDING ADDITIONAL PROTECTION TO HEALTH CARE CONSUMERS.*To: (1) Prohibit certain out-of-network health care providers from engaging in balance billing; and (2) provide additional consumer protections to health care consumers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05552*2148*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MOTOR VEHICLE INSURANCE CLAIMS FOR BODILY INJURIES.*To require each insurance company that issues a motor vehicle insurance policy in this state to issue a medical payment letter not later than forty-eight hours after such insurer receives a claim for a bodily injury insured under such policy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05553*2172*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REIMBURSEMENTS BY PHARMACY BENEFITS MANAGERS.*To provide that no pharmacy benefits manager shall reimburse a pharmacy for pharmacy services at a rate that is lower than the rate at which the pharmacy benefits manager reimburses an affiliate for the same pharmacy services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05554*2208*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING INSURANCE REIMBURSEMENTS FOR PERSONAL PROPERTY CONTAINED IN STOLEN MOTOR VEHICLES.*To require an insurer providing coverage for a stolen motor vehicle to reimburse the insured for the full value of any personal property contained in such stolen motor vehicle.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05555*889*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ASSAULT OF SCHOOL SECURITY PERSONNEL.*To offer a higher degree of safety and protection for those who work as school security personnel.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05556*1718*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REMOTE PERFORMANCE OF A NOTARIAL ACT.*To permit the remote performance of any notarial act.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05557*1911*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HUMAN TRAFFICKING.*To enact the recommendations of the Trafficking in Persons Council to prevent and address human trafficking.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05558*1951*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ASSAULT OF A SPORTS OFFICIAL.*To offer a higher degree of safety and protection for those who work as sports officials or referees.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05559*1956*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ASSAULT OF LOSS PREVENTION AGENTS.*To offer a higher degree of safety and protection for those who work as loss prevention personnel.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05560*610*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING WORKERS' COMPENSATION BENEFITS FOR CERTAIN MENTAL OR EMOTIONAL IMPAIRMENTS SUFFERED BY EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PERSONNEL, DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION EMPLOYEES AND DISPATCHERS.*To extend workers' compensation benefits for certain mental or emotional impairments to emergency medical services personnel, Department of Correction employees and dispatchers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05561*660*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DELAYING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PAID FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE PROGRAM FOR ONE YEAR.*To delay the implementation of the Paid Family and Medical Leave program for one year.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05562*931*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING OUTDOOR DINING AND COVID-19.*To permit outdoor dining consistent with the provisions of Executive Order Number 7MM for the duration of the public health emergency relating to COVID-19.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05563*1061*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING MUNICIPALITIES TO ASSESS FEES ON CERTAIN NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS FOR CERTAIN MUNICIPAL SERVICES.*To allow municipalities to assess fees on certain nonprofit organizations for certain municipal services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05564*1226*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONTINUATION OF RETIREMENT ALLOWANCES FOR CERTAIN RETIREES UPON SUBSEQUENT EMPLOYMENT BY A BOARD OF EDUCATION.*To permit retired public safety personnel to receive retirement allowances, but not credit in a municipal pension system, if such personnel are employed by a local or regional board of education in a public safety capacity after retirement.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05565*1336*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROPERTY TAX RELIEF AND CERTAIN REPAIRED CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS.*To allow municipalities to provide certain tax relief for up to three years to residential building owners whose crumbling concrete foundations have been repaired or replaced.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05566*1339*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING VOTING REQUIREMENTS FOR ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT TO MAINTAIN WATER QUALITY IN A LAKE.*To permit the approval of a proposal to create a special taxing district to maintain water quality in a lake by a majority vote, rather than a two-thirds vote, of voters who own real property located in such proposed district.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05567*1354*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS BY CERTIFIED NURSE'S AIDES AND HOME HEALTH AIDES.*To help residents and their families avoid unnecessary trips to the emergency department, which cause trauma for elders, unnecessarily burden the health care system and drive up the costs of treating a urinary tract infection, which is a common and recurrent, but nonlife-threatening medical condition.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05568*2186*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NOTIFICATION REGARDING NURSERY SCHOOLS CONTAINING LEAD PAINT.*To ensure the safety of children attending a nursery school determined to contain lead paint.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05569*1997*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TRANSPORTATION OF POLICE DOGS BY AMBULANCE.*To provide for the safety and well-being of police dogs by allowing an ambulance to transport a police dog injured in the line of duty and in need of emergency medical care to a veterinary clinic or similar facility if there are no individuals in need of transportation or emergency assistance.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05570*2002*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE STATE TO ENTER INTO A MULTISTATE COMPACT TO WORK TOWARD DEVELOPING CURES FOR MAJOR DISEASES.*To incentivize investment in medical research toward cures for disease rather than treatment of disease and to share taxpayer savings in money and bodily treasure.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05571*2034*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE ON CHILDHOOD MENTAL HEALTH.*To establish a task force to study the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on childhood mental health and to make recommendations to the legislature.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05572*2043*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF NONCOMPETE CLAUSES IN PHYSICIAN CONTRACTS.*To prohibit the use of noncompete clauses in physician contracts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05573*2154*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING CONNECTICUT TO JOIN THE PSYCHOLOGY INTERJURISDICTIONAL COMPACT.*To provide patients greater access to care, allow licensed psychologists to provide continuity of care as patients relocate to other states and help ensure patients are better protected from harm.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05574*2166*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CHIROPRACTIC SERVICES IN CARE AND TREATMENT PLANS.*To include chiropractic as an available service within a patient's care and treatment plan so that chronic pain can be reduced without the use of narcotic drugs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05575*2209*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING COMMUNITY STANDARDS OF HEALTH AND HOSPITAL CARE FOR PRIVATE, FOR-PROFIT HOSPITAL OWNERSHIP.*To establish community standards of health and hospital care for private for-profit hospital ownership in Connecticut as a means of prioritizing best practice patient care over shareholder dividends and other unnecessary fee for service contracts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05576*2219*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMMUNITY AWARENESS OF HYPERTROPHIC CARDIOMYOPATHY.*To reduce, through education and technology, the risk of death from the potentially fatal heart condition, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05577*2225*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STATE PALLIATIVE MARIJUANA PROGRAM RECIPROCITY.*To require the Department of Consumer Protection to establish a program allowing visitors with out-of-state prescriptions for the palliative use of marijuana to purchase marijuana from state dispensaries of palliative marijuana.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05578*2264*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCLUDING MORAL AND PHILOSOPHICAL OBJECTIONS AS AN EXEMPTION TO IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS.*To allow a waiver for moral and philosophical objection to the immunization requirements.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05579*2286*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PATIENT ACCESS TO MEDICAL RECORDS.*To ensure that patients have affordable access to their medical records.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05580*2332*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE QUALIFICATIONS OF A HAIRDRESSING AND COSMETICIAN LICENSE TO INCLUDE WAXING.*To expand the qualifications of a hairdressing and cosmetician license to include waxing.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05581*2337*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ITINERANT FOOD VENDING ESTABLISHMENTS.*To support our small businesses with the implementation of reciprocal local licensing for food trucks.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05582*2369*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALE OF FLAVORED CIGARETTES, TOBACCO PRODUCTS, ELECTRONIC NICOTINE DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND VAPOR PRODUCTS.*To protect our youth from being targeted by companies selling tobacco and electronic nicotine delivery systems and vapor products and their addictive substances.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05583*919*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING EMERGENCY INTERVENTION BY A POLICE OFFICER WHEN A PERSON SUFFERS AN OVERDOSE.*To allow a police officer to take a person into custody when the officer has reasonable cause to believe that such person is experiencing a drug overdose.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05584*1004*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING MICROSTAMPING OF SEMIAUTOMATIC PISTOLS.*To require all models of semiautomatic pistols to be designed and equipped with microstamping technology.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05585*1111*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AGRICULTURAL FAIRS AND STATE POLICE OFFICERS.*To limit the reimbursement rate for state police officers providing on-site security and traffic control related to agricultural fairs in towns with resident state troopers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05586*5005*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE EXPANSION OF THE CRISIS INITIATIVE PILOT PROGRAM THROUGHOUT THE STATE AND THE EMERGENCY INTERVENTION BY A POLICE OFFICER WHEN A PERSON SUFFERS AN OPIOID OVERDOSE.*To require the Division of State Police to expand the CRISIS Initiative pilot program to all areas of the state.*0*0*0*1*0*2*290**2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05587*2152*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REQUIRED BODY AND DASHBOARD CAMERAS.*To assist the municipalities in meeting expenses of public act 20-1 of the July special session, also known as the Police Accountability Act.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05588*992*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING MAXIMUM NOISE LEVELS FOR MOTORCYCLES.*To establish maximum decibel levels permissible for motorcycles and penalties for operating a motorcycle above such decibel levels.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05589*1893*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATORS TO SECURE ANIMALS IN MOTOR VEHICLES.*To encourage safe driving and protect both the driver and animal by requiring the driver to restrain an animal in the motor vehicle.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05590*1928*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE EXTREME LEFT LANE ON STATE HIGHWAYS.*To restrict driving in the extreme left lane on state highways.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05591*2082*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A PLAN TO MODERNIZE THE STAMFORD TRANSPORTATION CENTER.*To ensure that the busiest Connecticut station on the New Haven line best serves travelers and thereby promotes economic development throughout Fairfield County and the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05592*5436*2021*162*CB *AN ACT REDEFINING "VETERAN" AND ESTABLISHING A QUALIFIED CONDITION REVIEW BOARD.*To redefine "veteran" and to establish a Qualified Condition Review Board.*0*0*0*1*0*53*209**2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HB05593*797*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING SPECIAL REGISTRATION MARKER PLATES FOR VETERANS WHO SERVED DURING CERTAIN PERIODS OF WAR.*To amend title 14 of the general statutes to create special registration marker plates for veterans who served during certain periods of war.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05594*921*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING VETERANS FROM THE PASSPORT TO THE PARKS FEE WHEN REGISTERING A MOTOR VEHICLE.*To exempt veterans from the Passport to the Parks fee when registering a motor vehicle.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05595*1945*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING VETERANS FROM THE FEES FOR VETERAN SPECIALTY LICENSE PLATES.*To exempt veterans from the fees for veteran specialty license plates.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05596*1366*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING TELEHEALTH.*To require a study concerning the expansion of the provision of telehealth services in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*2*210**2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05597*1367*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING OPIOIDS.*To combat the opioid epidemic in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*3*311**2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05598*1575*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A PROPERTY OWNER'S LIABILITY FOR THE EXPENSES OF REMOVING A FALLEN TREE OR LIMB.*To impose liability on certain owners of real property for the expenses of removing a tree or limb that falls on an adjoining owner's private real property.*0*1*0*0*0*3*333**2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB05599*2073*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REMOVING OBSTACLES TO RENTAL RELIEF FOR SENIOR CITIZENS AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.*To remove impediments to timely financial relief for senior citizens and persons with disabilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05600*2496*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO PROTECT SENIOR CITIZENS FROM FRAUD.*To establish a task force to study and make recommendations concerning issues related to protecting seniors from fraud.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05601*987*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY NONPROFIT PROVIDERS.*To increase funding for certain health and human services nonprofit providers over the next five fiscal years and leverage significant federal matching funds over that period.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05602*1017*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING YEARS OF SERVICE WHEN CALCULATING RETIREMENT INCOME FOR STATE LEGISLATORS WHO MOVE TO OTHER POSITIONS IN STATE SERVICE.*To prevent unfunded pension liabilities by changing how years of legislative service are calculated for legislators who move to other employment with the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05603*1556*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LOCAL COSTS OF ADMINISTERING ELECTIONS.*To require the state to reimburse municipalities for the costs of any new mandate imposed by the state on such municipalities related to the administration of elections.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05604*1609*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FULL FUNDING OF THE TEACHERS' RETIREMENT SYSTEM.*To ensure that retired teachers receive the benefits that they deserve.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05605*2057*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH BENEFIT PLANS OFFERED BY THE TEACHERS' RETIREMENT BOARD, TERM LIMITS FOR BOARD MEMBERS AND A CAP ON CERTAIN PROFESSIONAL FEES PAID BY THE BOARD.*To provide affordable health benefit plan options for retired teachers and cost efficiency and transparency in the delivery of such options.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05606*2493*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ELIGIBILITY FOR A DISABILITY ALLOWANCE UNDER THE TEACHERS' RETIREMENT SYSTEM.*To permit certain former teachers to apply for and receive a disability allowance at any time.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05607*5585*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF COVID-19 RELIEF FUNDS TO REPLENISH THE UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION TRUST FUND.*To require that a portion of COVID-19 relief funds be deposited into the Unemployment Compensation Trust Fund.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HB05608*4454*2021*162*CB *AN ACT REQUIRING INVESTMENT ADVISERS TO INFORM CLIENTS OF THEIR ABILITY TO NAME BENEFICIARIES OR CONTINGENT BENEFICIARIES FOR THEIR ASSETS.*To require that investment advisers inform clients of their ability to name one or more beneficiaries or contingent beneficiaries for their assets.*0*0*0*0*0*3*195**2021-03-04 00:00:00*2021-03-05 00:00:00**0* ** HB05609*1565*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING MORTGAGE COMPANIES TO RELEASE CERTAIN FUNDS TO HOMEOWNERS FOR THE REPAIR OF PROPERTY DAMAGE.*To require mortgage companies to release certain funds to homeowners for the repair of property damage.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05610*4510*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY BY THE CONNECTICUT HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPLEMENTAL LOAN AUTHORITY.*To require the Connecticut Higher Education Supplemental Loan Authority to conduct a study.*0*0*0*0*0*2*83**2021-03-05 00:00:00*2021-03-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB05611*1464*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROPERTY APPRAISALS IN FORECLOSURE PROCEEDINGS.*To require that the fair market value of a property subject to foreclosure proceedings be determined by a licensed appraiser representing the interests of the property owner.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05612*1954*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A TEACHER CERTIFICATION FOR TRADE PROFESSIONALS.*To waive teacher certification requirements for trade professionals with at least ten years of professional experience who apply for teaching positions at the state's technical high schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05613*2076*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ADMINISTERED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.*To require that the Department of Economic and Community Development dedicate a percentage of economic assistance program funds for small businesses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05614*4506*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A COMMISSION ON THE DISPARATE IMPACT OF COVID-19.*To establish a commission to analyze the disparate impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on different racial, ethnic and socioeconomic groups in the state.*0*0*0*0*0*5*135**2021-03-04 00:00:00*2021-03-05 00:00:00**0* ** HB05615*2385*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY INDUSTRIES.*To encourage visitors to state attractions and restaurants.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05616*1151*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE REFERRAL OF STUDENTS WITH INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAMS ENROLLED AT TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND CAREER SCHOOLS TO THEIR HOME SCHOOL DISTRICTS.*To repeal the provision permitting the referral of a special education student enrolled in a technical education and career school to the school district in which such student resides.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05617*1182*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PILOT PROGRAM FOR OUTDOOR LEARNING INITIATIVES.*To encourage the development of outdoor learning initiatives to both enrich curriculum and increase safety.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05618*1295*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF THE EFFECT OF THE ECS FORMULA ON RURAL TOWNS.*To ensure that state education funding properly serves rural towns and regional school districts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05619*1352*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TEACHING OF CLIMATE CHANGE INSTRUCTION IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.*To help close the opportunity gap, further environmental justice and protect the environment by educating all children in grades three to twelve, inclusive, about the role humans have played in accelerating climate change, and equipping all students with the tools necessary to be part of a green economy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05620*1458*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STUDENT-CENTERED FUNDING.*To make revisions to how public education is funded in the state to address issues of equity and systemic racism.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05621*1480*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FULL FUNDING OF SPECIAL EDUCATION.*To require the state to pay the full cost of special education.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05622*1487*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING OFF-DUTY POLICE OFFICERS TO CARRY FIREARMS USED IN THE PERFORMANCE OF OFFICIAL DUTIES ON SCHOOL GROUNDS.*To allow off-duty police officers to carry firearms used in the performance of official duties on school grounds.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05623*1551*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO THE EXCESS COST THRESHOLD FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION.*To modify the excess cost threshold for special education costs in order to reduce the financial hardship on small school districts with low student enrollment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05624*732*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALE, OFFER FOR SALE, TRADE AND DISTRIBUTION OF SHARK FINS.*To prohibit the sale, offer for sale, trade and distribution of shark fins.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05625*1356*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING HIGH-FREQUENCY COMMERCIAL SEISMIC SURVEYING IN LONG ISLAND SOUND IN CONNECTION WITH GAS AND OIL EXPLORATION.*To protect marine mammals, eco-tourism and fishing industries.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05626*1358*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ERADICATION OF HYDRILLA IN THE STATE'S WATERWAYS.*To prevent the spread of invasive plants like hydrilla in the state's waterways.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05627*1418*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE FEEDING OF BLACK BEARS AND AUTHORIZING A BEAR HUNTING SEASON.*To manage the black bear population.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05628*1419*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING FIFTY-YEAR PROJECTIONS FOR CLIMATE CHANGE LEGISLATION AND COST ASSESSMENTS FOR RESIDENTS.*To raise awareness of the cost-benefit analysis of climate change legislation and limit costs to residents of the state when there is an insignificant reduction in global warming from such legislation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05629*1477*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE APPEAL OF AN ORDER ISSUED BY AN ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER DIRECTLY TO THE SUPERIOR COURT.*To expedite appeals of animal control officer orders and minimize the time impounded animals are held at taxpayer expense.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05630*1528*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALE OF ANIMAL FIGHTING PARAPHERNALIA.*To discourage the ownership or transferring of animal fighting paraphernalia.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05631*1995*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION TO STUDY THE BEAR POPULATION.*To generate recommendations for a safe, humane and effective way of dealing with the state's bear population.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05632*1999*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALE AND TRADE OF IVORY AND RHINOCEROS HORN.*To eliminate the black market in the state for rhino horn and ivory.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05633*2016*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE BOTTLE BILL TO INCLUDE NIPS.*To decrease the number of nip bottles improperly disposed of on the road side.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05634*1019*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MICROGRID CONNECTIONS ACROSS PUBLIC HIGHWAYS OR STREETS.*To permit municipalities to cross public highways and streets in order to connect with microgrids.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05635*1512*2021*162*PB *AN ACT GRANTING TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPANIES THE ABILITY TO EXPAND SERVICES IN THE STATE AND PREVENTING CAPS OR FEES ASSOCIATED WITH INTERNET DATA PLANS.*To grant each telecommunications company the ability to offer services in any municipality within the state, and to prevent a cap or fees associated with an Internet data plan.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05636*1616*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION COMPANY OPERATIONS WITHIN THE STATE.*To create a task force to study electric distribution company operations within the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05637*1618*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLANS FOR CUSTOMERS OF PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANIES.*To require public service companies to offer flexible payment plans to customers during a pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05638*1727*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY INCREASED ACCOUNTABILITY AND COMPETITION IN THE ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION MARKET.*To study the consumer benefit of increased accountability and competition in the electric distribution market.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05639*1739*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE APPROVAL PROCESS FOR ANAEROBIC DIGESTERS.*To streamline the approval process for anaerobic digesters.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05640*1817*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PREWIRING FOR SOLAR POWER AND ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS FOR ALL NEW RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION.*To provide prewiring for solar power and electric vehicle charging stations for all new residential construction.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05641*1823*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF HIGH-PERFORMANCE GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS FOR VOLUNTARY ADOPTION BY MUNICIPALITIES.*To permit adoption of residential and commercial building construction standards by municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05642*1296*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PHASING OUT THE GIFT TAX OVER FIVE YEARS.*To phase out the gift tax over a five-year period.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05643*1297*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PHASING OUT THE ESTATE TAX OVER FIVE YEARS.*To phase out the estate tax over a five-year period.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05644*1428*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX-EXEMPT SCHOLARSHIP FUND TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR ALTERNATIVE COURSES OF STUDY TO LOW-INCOME AND SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS DURING A DECLARED PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY.*To establish a tax-exempt scholarship fund to provide funding for alternative courses of study to low-income and special education students during a declared public health emergency.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05645*1429*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX ON SOCIAL MEDIA PROVIDER COMPANIES.*To establish a tax on social media provider companies on the apportioned annual gross revenue derived from social media advertising services in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05646*1478*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REDUCING THE MANUFACTURER'S LICENSE FEE FOR CAMP TRAILERS.*To reduce the manufacturer's license fee for camp trailers to one hundred dollars.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05647*1489*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING SMALL BUSINESSES FROM PENALTIES FOR NONPAYMENT OF ESTIMATED TAXES ON A QUARTERLY BASIS.*To prohibit the Department of Revenue Services from imposing a penalty on small businesses for nonpayment of estimated taxes on a quarterly basis.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05648*1494*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PERSONAL INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR ABLE ACCOUNT DEPOSITS.*To establish a personal income tax deduction for deposits made by a taxpayer to an achieving a better life experience account.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05649*1597*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE NONPROFIT GRANT PROGRAM.*To provide funding to enhance human service delivery, efficiency and effectiveness.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05650*1794*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR LITERACY AND ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN CERTAIN SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND MUNICIPALITIES.*To dedicate revenue from the legalization and taxation of recreational cannabis to fund literacy programs in Unified School District #1 and adult education programs in the municipalities with the ten highest numbers of residents who are released from incarceration.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05651*4904*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING ABSENTEE BALLOTS FOR CERTAIN DETAINED INDIVIDUALS.*To allow certain individuals detained in correctional facilities to submit absentee ballot applications and be able to cast an absentee ballot if they expect to be unable to appear at the polling place on the day of any election, primary or referendum.*0*0*0*0*0*4***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05652*4434*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF EQUITY IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY.*To require a study to determine the percentage of construction work in the state in both the private and public sectors that is performed by minority and women-owned businesses.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB05653*5533*2021*162*CB *AN ACT AMENDING THE CIVIL PREPAREDNESS AND PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY STATUTES.*To update our civil preparedness and public health emergency statutes and executive order emergency powers to reflect emerging threats, and to retain a legislative role in defining the duration of such powers.*0*0*0*0*0*6***2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB05654*4963*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING AN ASSESSMENT OF THE UPDATING OF STATE FORMS, APPLICATIONS AND METHODS OF IDENTIFICATION TO INCLUDE A NONBINARY GENDER OPTION.*To require all state agency forms, applications and methods of identification to be updated with a nonbinary gender option.*0*0*0*1*0*9*362**2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05655*5627*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING VACANCIES IN CONSTITUTIONAL EXECUTIVE BRANCH OFFICES.*To align for all constitutional executive branch offices the manner in which any vacancy therein is filled.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB05656*3525*2021*162*CB *AN ACT DESIGNATING PIZZA AS THE STATE FOOD.*To recognize the contribution of pizza to the state's cuisine and economy by designating it as the state food.*0*0*0*0*0*1*334**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB05657*1461*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TREASURER AND UNCLAIMED PROPERTY.*To require additional public notice of abandoned property that has been transferred to the Treasurer, to require the Treasurer to give notice to municipalities which have property that has escheated to the state and to authorize the Treasurer to accept electronic claim forms.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05658*1580*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REMOVAL FROM PARTY ENROLLMENT LISTS.*To prohibit the discretionary erasure or exclusion from party enrollment lists by local party officials.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05659*1658*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REQUESTS UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT AND THE PUBLICATION OF CERTAIN COMMUNICATIONS.*To address how the Freedom of Information Commission is understaffed by requiring certain information to be more accessible to the public.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05660*1664*2021*162*PB *AN ACT LEASING A PARCEL OF STATE LAND IN THE TOWN OF MILFORD TO THE CONNECTICUT AUDUBON SOCIETY.*To authorize the lease of a parcel of state land to the Connecticut Audubon Society.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05661*666*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROTECTING CONSUMER COMMERCIAL DATA.*To protect the rights of consumer commercial data.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05662*698*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NIGHTLIFE RECOVERY.*To extend alcoholic liquor serving hours at permitted establishments until four o'clock a.m., upon the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05663*703*2021*162*PB *AN ACT WAIVING RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA LICENSING FEES FOR CERTAIN PERSONS.*To waive recreational marijuana licensing fees for certain persons.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05664*1084*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING MEDICAL MARIJUANA PATIENTS TO GROW A LIMITED NUMBER OF MARIJUANA PLANTS.*To allow approved medical marijuana patients to grow a limited number of marijuana plants.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05665*1598*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING TUITION WAIVERS TO THE PARENTS OF A PERSON KILLED IN ACTION WHILE PERFORMING ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY.*To provide a tuition waiver at public institutions of higher education for the parents of a person killed in action while performing active military duty with the armed forces of the United States.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05666*4923*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING GRANTS TO DISTRESSED MUNICIPALITIES FOR THE TRAINING OF VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS.*To require the State Fire Administrator to issue grants to distressed municipalities for the training of volunteer firefighters.*0*0*0*0*0*3*211**2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HB05667*2439*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ASSISTING STUDENTS TO ATTEND THE UCONN DENTAL SCHOOL.*To help Connecticut students and keep talent in our state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05668*4394*2021*162*CB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE OFFICE OF HIGHER EDUCATION TO ESTABLISH A MICROCREDENTIAL PILOT PROGRAM.*To require the Office of Higher Education to establish a pilot program to develop a virtual platform on which state residents can earn microcredentials.*0*0*0*0*0*4*251**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB05669*1505*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING AND OVERSIGHT OF FATHERHOOD INITIATIVES.*To restore funding cut from fatherhood initiatives and study the efficacy of transferring oversight of such initiatives from the Department of Social Services to the Office of Early Childhood or the Department of Education.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05670*1757*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A WORK REQUIREMENT FOR RECIPIENTS OF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE.*To require able-bodied public assistance recipients to work or volunteer to receive benefits unless they are exempt under federal law.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05671*1786*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING MEDICAL ASSISTANCE FOR ADULTS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER.*To expand medical assistance for adults over the age of twenty-one with autism spectrum disorder.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05672*1842*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS FOR TRAINING OF PERSONAL CARE ATTENDANTS.*To require requests for proposals for training personal care attendants under parameters set by the Personal Care Attendant Workforce Council.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05673*1930*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING ABLE-BODIED RECIPIENTS OF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE TO WORK OR VOLUNTEER.*To encourage employment among those who receive public assistance.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05674*1969*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING EQUITY OF SERVICES FOR SENIOR CITIZENS.*To address inequalities in services for seniors across municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05675*1986*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING IMMUNITY FOR NURSING HOMES AND OTHER HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS FOR NEGLIGENCE.*To ensure long-term care residents and others treated by health care providers have protection and opportunity for redress when the providers are negligent in providing care.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05676*2192*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ESSENTIAL CAREGIVERS.*To support the mental health of senior citizens and others who reside in long-term care facilities and avert the devastating effects of isolation on such residents.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05677*4997*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE AVAILABILITY OF COMMUNITY VIOLENCE PREVENTION SERVICES UNDER MEDICAID.*To make community violence prevention services provided by a qualified violence prevention professional a covered service under the Medicaid program, and to provide for training and certification of qualified violence prevention professionals.*0*0*0*1*0*4*319**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB05678*2376*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A MUNICIPALITY'S PARTICIPATION IN THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.*To expand access to federal programs offering food assistance and lower barriers to access to food.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05679*3947*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR CERTAIN FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERS.*To authorize municipalities to abate up to five hundred dollars per assessment year of property taxes for certain first-time homebuyers obtaining a loan from the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority.*0*0*0*0*0*2*136**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05680*1431*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING PLAN.*To award municipalities that develop, review and amend an affordable housing plan fifteen housing unit-equivalent points.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05681*4420*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL OPPORTUNITY REIMBURSEMENT AND EDUCATIONAL EQUITY.*To provide that school building project grants for inclusive municipalities be increased by ten percentage points.*0*0*0*0*0*2*137**2021-03-08 00:00:00*2021-03-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB05682*1989*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL ZONING REGULATIONS AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING.*To increase availability of affordable housing.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05683*2009*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AFFORDABLE HOUSING.*To add additional types of properties exempted from the affordable housing appeals procedure.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05684*2396*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOUSING VOUCHERS FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN PARTICIPATING IN A SCHOOL CHOICE PROGRAM.*To assist families with moving to higher opportunity communities where their children attend school through a school choice program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05685*2520*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RENT CONTROL.*To ensure affordable housing for state residents.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05686*2527*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COVID-19 RELATED PROTECTIONS FOR TENANTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS.*To protect the rights of tenants and property owners.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05687*1375*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH INSURANCE, BREAST CANCER AND BREAST HEALTH.*To: (1) Expand required health insurance coverage for benefits related to breast cancer; and (2) establish a program to provide outreach to women of color regarding the importance of breast health and early breast cancer detection.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05688*1462*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING CERTAIN HEALTH CARRIERS FROM REQUIRING STEP THERAPY FOR PRESCRIPTION DRUGS PRESCRIBED TO TREAT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONDITIONS.*To provide that health carriers delivering, issuing, renewing, amending or continuing certain individual and group health insurance policies and contracts in this state shall not require the use of step therapy for prescription drugs prescribed to treat behavioral health conditions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05689*1671*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH CARE IN CONNECTICUT.*To: (1) Reduce the cost of health insurance premiums and prescription drugs in this state; (2) study and promote equity in the provision of health insurance coverage and health care services in this state; and (3) ensure transparency and fiscal solvency in the state employee, partnership, and municipal employee health insurance plans.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05690*2244*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR EPINEPHRINE CARTRIDGE INJECTORS.*To cap the out-of-pocket cost for an epinephrine cartridge injector that is covered by an individual or group health insurance policy at twenty-five dollars.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05691*2461*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING PROMPT PAYMENT OF REIMBURSEMENTS TO HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS.*To require health carriers, independent practice associations and physician hospital organizations to promptly reimburse health care providers, and provide that a health care provider shall be entitled to interest if a health carrier, independent practice association or physician hospital organization fails to promptly reimburse the health care provider.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05692*1149*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DELAYING CERTAIN EFFECTIVE DATES AND MAKING OTHER REVISIONS OF THE POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY LEGISLATION OF PUBLIC ACT 20-1 OF THE JULY SPECIAL SESSION.*To revise the police accountability legislation of public act 20-1 of the July special session in order to restore the due process rights of peace officers entrusted to enforce our laws and protect public safety.*0*0*1*0*0*3***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05693*1465*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ADOPTION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CONNECTICUT PARENTAGE ACT.*To adopt and implement the Connecticut Parentage Act.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05694*1485*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LAND USE APPEALS.*To streamline the process involving withdrawal or settlement of a land use appeal.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05695*1486*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING PERSONS TO PROTECT THEMSELVES USING NONLETHAL DEFENSIVE INSTRUMENTS.*To conform Connecticut law to the United States Supreme Court's ruling in Caetano v. Massachusetts finding bans on nonlethal defensive instruments to be unconstitutional.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05696*1488*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING POLICE VERIFICATION OF REGISTERED SEXUAL OFFENDERS' ADDRESSES.*To ensure that registered sexual offenders are compliant with statutory setbacks and that the officials of the proper municipality are notified where the registered sexual offenders live.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05697*825*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A BABY BONDS PROGRAM.*To ensure that each child in the state has a level of financial security as they transition into adulthood.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05698*3092*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PILOT PROGRAM FOR THE COLLECTION OF ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES DATA.*To require local and regional boards of education, the Department of Education and the Office of Early Childhood to collect and report data concerning adverse childhood experiences suffered by children.*0*0*0*1*0*8*169**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB05699*1975*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A YOUTH SUICIDE PREVENTION PILOT PROGRAM.*To require the Department of Children and Families and the Office of the Child Advocate to establish a youth suicide prevention pilot program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05700*2158*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING UNAUTHORIZED PHOTOGRAPHY OF A MINOR BY A REGISTERED SEXUAL OFFENDER.*To protect children from unauthorized photography by a registered sexual offender.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05701*1994*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REMOVAL OF THE OFFICE OF THE OMBUDSMAN FROM WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.*To establish an independent Office of the Ombudsman.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05702*661*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DELAYING SCHEDULED INCREASES IN THE MINIMUM WAGE.*To delay scheduled increases in the minimum wage.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05703*687*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXCLUDING OVERTIME PAY WHEN CALCULATING STATE EMPLOYEE PENSIONS.*To exclude overtime payments when calculating a state employee's retirement income.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05704*755*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING INDIVIDUALS TO OPT OUT OF THE PAID FAMILY MEDICAL LEAVE PROGRAM.*To allow individuals to opt out of the Paid Family Medical Leave program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05705*759*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CLEAR AND CONSPICUOUS STATEMENTS REGARDING STATE AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES' RIGHT TO OPT OUT OF UNION MEMBERSHIP.*To provide clear notice of a state or municipal employee's right to choose not to be a member of a union.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05706*918*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SOLAR FARMS.*To require solar farms to comply with local planning and zoning laws.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05707*994*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FIRE DISTRICTS.*To allow fire districts in limited circumstances to assess a safety fee on certain nonprofit organizations, excluding houses of religious worship and hospitals, for the provision of certain services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05708*1184*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL PERMITTING AND DELINQUENT TAXES.*To expand municipal discretion to condition the issuance of certain permits on payment of delinquent taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05709*1538*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE REGULATION OF FIREARMS BY MUNICIPALITIES.*To prohibit the regulation of firearms by municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05710*1547*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RECOVERY OF ATTORNEY'S FEES AND COSTS IN ACTIONS FOR WRONGFUL PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENT.*To permit the recovery of attorney's fees and costs in successful actions for wrongful property tax assessment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05711*1474*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING AN UNAUTHORIZED PELVIC EXAMINATION ON A FEMALE PATIENT WHO IS UNDER DEEP SEDATION OR ANESTHESIA OR UNCONSCIOUS.*To prevent unauthorized pelvic examinations on women who have been administered deep sedation or anesthesia or who are unconscious.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05712*1660*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DISCLOSURE OF CERTAIN DATA USED TO SUPPORT AND IMPLEMENT PUBLIC HEALTH POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS.*To require public officials to disclose, in the form of a challenge study, all science and data used to support and implement any public health policy recommendation, requirement or executive order.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05713*1681*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY ON THE RELIGIOUS EXEMPTION FROM SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS.*To require a study to provide data, via contact tracing, on the number of students who claim a religious exemption from school immunization requirements who were the source of transmission of a vaccine-preventable disease to an immunocompromised student or any unvaccinated person in a day care, school or camp in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05714*1759*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING A REPORT ON ADVERSE REACTIONS TO IMMUNIZATIONS.*To require the Department of Public Health to submit an annual report regarding adverse reactions to immunizations in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05715*1767*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING LICENSURE FOR DANCE AND MOVEMENT THERAPISTS IN CONNECTICUT.*To establish licensure for dance and movement therapists in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05716*1768*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE LICENSURE OF ART THERAPISTS.*To establish a process by which registered art therapists may be granted licensure as art therapists in the state and to allow temporary permits to practice as an art therapist under supervision to be valid for two years.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05717*1915*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING DISABILITY COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR MEDICAL AND DENTAL LICENSURE.*To ensure that physicians and dentists are cognizant of the need to make special accommodations for their patients with physical disabilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05718*1974*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NURSING HOME FACILITY STAFFING RATIOS.*To ensure adequate care to residents of nursing home facilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05719*1341*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TEMPORARY STATE PERMITS AND STATE PERMITS TO CARRY A PISTOL OR REVOLVER FOR RETIRED PEACE OFFICERS.*To make it easier and less expensive for retired peace officers to obtain a permit to carry a pistol or revolver.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05720*1557*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INTIMIDATION ON ACCOUNT OF OCCUPATION AS A POLICE OFFICER.*To increase the penalty for intimidating or harassing a police officer.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05721*1645*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING THE TERM OF AMMUNITION CERTIFICATES.*To extend the term of an ammunition certificate.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05722*5380*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ALLOWING A PERSONAL INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR STIPENDS PAID TO VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS AND VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE MEMBERS.*To allow a personal income tax deduction for a stipend made by a municipality, volunteer fire department or volunteer ambulance association to a volunteer firefighter, fire police officer or volunteer ambulance member.*0*0*0*1*0*9*291**2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB05723*2075*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING POLICE DEPARTMENT ACCESS TO OPIOID ANTAGONISTS SUCH AS NARCAN.*To help increase the availability of opioid antagonists, such as Narcan, to police departments to help save lives.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05724*1025*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS ON CERTAIN STATE ROUTES.*To require the construction of sidewalks on certain state routes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05725*1089*2021*162*PB *AN ACT NAMING A PORTION OF A HIGHWAY OR BRIDGE IN HONOR OF TROOPER FIRST CLASS KEVIN MILLER.*To name a portion of a highway or bridge in honor of Trooper First Class Kevin Miller.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05726*5032*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SEIZURE OF ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES.*To permit any town to seize an all-terrain vehicle operated in violation of a municipal ordinance.*0*0*0*0*0*2*312**2021-03-22 00:00:00*2021-03-23 00:00:00**0* ** HB05727*1492*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ISSUANCE OF "SAVE OUR LAKES" COMMEMORATIVE NUMBER PLATES.*To require the issuance of Save Our Lakes commemorative number plates and thereby provide funding to lake authorities to combat invasive plants.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05728*1513*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE PENALTIES FOR PASSING A SCHOOL BUS.*To increase the penalties for passing a school bus.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05729*1522*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE SAFETY OF CHILDREN WHEN BUYING ICE CREAM FROM AN ICE CREAM TRUCK.*To increase the safety of children when buying ice cream from an ice cream truck.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05730*329*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING SERVICE IN TIME OF WAR AS AN ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR VETERANS' BENEFITS.*To eliminate service in time of war as an eligibility criteria for veterans' benefits granted by the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05731*4577*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ELIMINATING SERVICE IN TIME OF WAR AS AN ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR CERTAIN BENEFITS FOR VETERANS.*To eliminate service in time of war as an eligibility criteria for certain benefits for veterans.*0*0*0*0*0*4***2021-03-08 00:00:00*2021-03-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB05732*1013*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING RECIPROCITY FOR CERTAIN LICENSES HELD BY MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES.*To establish reciprocity with other states for all trade licenses and motor vehicle operators' licenses held by members of the armed forces.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05733*1178*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE EXPANSION OF PROPERTY TAX RELIEF FOR VETERANS.*To create a task force to study the feasibility of expanding property tax relief for veterans who served a minimum of ninety days during peace time and who were honorably discharged, and the fiscal impact on municipalities of any such expanded tax relief.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05734*1310*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS FROM PAYING FEES FOR MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS.*To exempt active duty service members who were not residents of Connecticut at the time of induction from paying fees for motor vehicle operators' licenses and registrations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05735*1484*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING DISABLED VETERANS FROM THE PASSPORT TO THE PARKS FEE WHEN REGISTERING A MOTOR VEHICLE.*To exempt disabled veterans from the Passport to the Parks fee when registering a motor vehicle.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05736*3944*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING PRICE PREFERENCES FOR VETERAN-OWNED BUSINESSES IN STATE CONTRACTING.*To provide a price preference of ten per cent for the purchase of goods or services from veteran-owned businesses when determining the lowest responsible qualified bidder in state contracting.*0*0*0*0*0*4*184**2021-03-08 00:00:00*2021-03-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB05737*4573*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CREATING A VETERANS AND MILITARY TOURISM TRAIL.*To create a Veterans and Military Tourism Trail linking museums, memorials, battleground sites and historic sites in the state relating to veterans and the United States armed forces.*0*0*0*0*0*2*170**2021-03-08 00:00:00*2021-03-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB05738*416*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXCLUDING VETERANS' DISABILITY BENEFITS FROM QUALIFYING INCOME WHEN DETERMINING PROPERTY TAX RELIEF.*To exclude veterans' disability benefits from qualifying income when determining eligibility for property tax relief.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05739*4563*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING A PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR A PARENT OF A DECEASED SERVICEMAN OR VETERAN.*To extend the property tax exemption for a surviving spouse or minor child of a serviceman or veteran to a parent of such serviceman or veteran if there is no surviving spouse or minor child.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-08 00:00:00*2021-03-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB05740*1772*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING VETERANS AND GOLD STAR FAMILIES FROM THE PASSPORT TO THE PARKS FEE WHEN REGISTERING A MOTOR VEHICLE.*To exempt veterans and Gold Star families from the Passport to the Parks fee when registering a motor vehicle.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HB05741*2355*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PROGRAM TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO RETIREMENT-AGE RESIDENTS.*To establish a program to provide financial support to retirement-age residents.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05742*5681*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF COVID-19 RELIEF FUNDS FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, MENTAL HEALTH, SUICIDE PREVENTION AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICE PROVIDERS.*To require that a portion of COVID-19 relief funds be used to provide additional funding for domestic violence, mental health, suicide prevention and substance abuse services for persons suffering as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HB05743*1370*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING FUNDING FOR NONPROFIT PROVIDERS OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES.*To increase funding for certain health and human services nonprofit providers over the next five fiscal years and leverage significant federal matching funds over that period.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05744*1427*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY NONPROFIT PROVIDERS OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES.*To provide financial support to nonprofit providers that face complex needs and new costs, including costs related to equipment and caseloads.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05745*1852*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ADJUSTING LEGISLATIVE COMPENSATION FOR INFLATION.*To adjust legislative compensation for inflation.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05746*953*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A CAP ON STATE EMPLOYEE PENSIONS.*To cap state pensions at one hundred thousand dollars.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05747*1060*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING NONPROFITS TO RETAIN EXCESS GRANT FUNDS.*To allow nonprofits to retain unspent grant funds from the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05748*1435*2021*162*PB *AN ACT APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR CITY ANGELS BASEBALL ACADEMY IN THE CITY OF NEW HAVEN.*To provide funding in the amount of two hundred thousand dollars for the operation of a baseball academy in the city of New Haven.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05749*1483*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TRANSFER AND RENOVATION OF THE XL CENTER.*To prevent further state spending on a facility that could be renovated privately and restored to the property tax base.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05750*1550*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXCLUDING REIMBURSEMENTS FOR MILEAGE AND PAYMENTS FOR OVERTIME FROM THE CALCULATION OF RETIREMENT INCOME.*To prohibit travel reimbursements and overtime pay from being included in the calculation of state pensions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05751*1595*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR NONPROFIT PROVIDERS OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES.*To increase funding for certain health and human services nonprofit providers over the next five fiscal years and leverage federal matching funds over that period.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05752*1723*2021*162*PB *AN ACT FUNDING THE STATE-WIDE FIREARMS TRAFFICKING TASK FORCE BY REDUCING CITIZENS' ELECTION PROGRAM GRANTS.*To provide funding to the state-wide firearms trafficking task force.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05753*1941*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR REGIONAL FIRE TRAINING SCHOOLS.*To appropriate funds for the operation of the nine regional fire schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05754*1990*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXCLUDING MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENTS AND OVERTIME PAY FROM THE CALCULATION OF RETIREMENT INCOME.*To save the state money and reduce the unfunded pension liability.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05755*2383*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE TIMING OF THE ADOPTION OF THE STATE BUDGET AND THE EFFECT OF SUCH TIMING ON MUNICIPAL BUDGET PREPARATIONS.*To establish a task force to study the timing of the adoption of the state budget and the effect of such timing on municipal budget preparations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05756*2432*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A WORKING GROUP TO ASSIST MINORITY-OWNED BUSINESSES AFFECTED BY COVID-19.*To establish a working group to assess how the state can assist minority-owned businesses that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05757*2453*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PRESERVATION OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES.*To establish a revolving fund to support the preservation of historic structures, sites and landmarks.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05758*2436*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A WORKING GROUP TO EVALUATE NAMING OF PUBLIC BUILDINGS, STREETS AND MONUMENTS.*To establish a working group to evaluate historical figures honored through the names of public buildings, streets and monuments.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05759*5098*2021*162*CB *AN ACT REQUIRING NOTICE BEFORE THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ANY DECLARATION, PROCLAMATION OR ORDER THAT AFFECTS BUSINESSES.*To provide businesses with five days' notice before issuing any declaration, proclamation or order that restricts a business's ability to operate or capacity to do business.*0*0*0*1*0*7*229**2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HB05760*1566*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE LEARN HERE, LIVE HERE PROGRAM.*To require the Commissioner of Economic and Community Development to establish the Learn Here, Live Here program to help graduates of any institution of higher education or certain certificate programs of private occupational schools save toward a down payment on their first home in the state by segregating a portion of their state income tax payments for up to ten years after they graduate.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05761*3253*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING A REGULATORY SANDBOX PROGRAM.*To establish a regulatory sandbox program, which allows a person to temporarily test an innovative product or service on a limited basis without otherwise being licensed or authorized to act by the laws of this state.*0*0*0*1*0*10*171**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB05762*1628*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE BUDGETS OF LOCAL BOARDS OF EDUCATION.*To enhance the oversight and transparency of local boards of education.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05763*2163*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INCLUSION OF FINANCIAL LITERACY INSTRUCTION AS PART OF THE HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS.*To require all Connecticut high school students to complete a course in financial literacy so that they will obtain broad financial literacy skills.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05764*2187*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING REMOTE LEARNING SCHOOL SESSIONS TO COUNT TOWARD THE ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY SCHOOL DAYS REQUIREMENT.*To create uniformity across all school districts as to remote learning sessions, incentivize students to log-in to remote learning and to support public health by not penalizing students who stay home when not feeling well.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05765*2179*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LATER HIGH SCHOOL START TIMES.*To increase educational outcomes and overall productivity among high school students.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05766*2279*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE EXPANSION OF AFFORDABLE AND QUALITY CHILD CARE.*To establish a task force to study and make recommendations concerning the expansion of affordable and quality child care.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05767*2309*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FARM-TO-SCHOOL PROGRAMS.*To (1) develop farm-to-school programs that will sustain relationships with local farmers and producers, (2) enrich the educational experience of students, (3) improve the health of Connecticut children, and (4) enhance Connecticut's agricultural economy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05768*2368*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AN AUDIT OF K-12 REMOTE LEARNING.*To conduct an audit of remote learning to better understand and provide a thoughtful response to the challenges and opportunities presented by the design and delivery of remote and hybrid learning in public school.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05769*2380*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ADDRESSING LEARNING LOSS CAUSED BY THE PANDEMIC.*To make sure all students get a high-quality education.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05770*2382*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION FOR BILINGUAL EDUCATION TEACHERS FROM ANOTHER COUNTRY.*To address the shortage of bilingual education teachers in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05771*2402*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE RENOVATION OF THE AUDITORIUM AT FITCH MIDDLE SCHOOL IN GROTON.*To renovate the auditorium at Fitch Middle School in Groton.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05772*2426*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING WAIVERS FROM THE SALARY LIMITATION FOR RETIRED TEACHERS WHO ARE REHIRED DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.*To address challenges in filling teacher shortage areas resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05773*2444*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SCHOOL BUILDING PROJECT GRANTS FOR UPGRADES TO HVAC SYSTEMS.*To ensure the health of students and staff in schools by providing school building project grants for upgrades to and retro-commissioning of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05774*2462*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SCHOOL-BASED MENTAL HEALTH CLINICS.*To ensure that school communities have access to social, emotional and mental health services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05775*2478*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEVELOPMENT OF PROTOCOLS TO PREVENT THE TRANSMISSION OF INFECTIOUS AND COMMUNICABLE DISEASES IN SCHOOLS DURING A PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY.*To provide for safe and successful schools and prevent infectious and communicable disease transmission in school buildings in the event of a public health emergency.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05776*2489*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR ALLIANCE DISTRICTS THAT OFFER EARLY COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES.*To create a larger college student population which is necessary to fill positions in high-tech industries in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05777*2491*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE REFERRAL OF STUDENTS WITH INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAMS ENROLLED AT TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND CAREER SCHOOLS TO THEIR HOME SCHOOL DISTRICTS.*To repeal the provision permitting the referral of a special education student enrolled in a technical education and career school to the school district in which such student resides.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05778*2492*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING WATER BOTTLE FILLING STATIONS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.*To increase access to free, easily accessible and safe drinking water in public schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05779*2513*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING FUNDING AND IMPROVING SERVICES FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION.*To improve funding and services for special education for students.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05780*2528*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOLS.*To help students understand the English language and other languages by financially supporting dual language schools in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05781*2538*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING AN ARTS SUPERVISOR IN EACH PUBLIC SCHOOL.*To require an arts supervisor in each public school.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05782*233*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF MINORITY STUDENT SUSPENSIONS.*To require the Department of Education to examine the disproportionately punitive nature of student discipline on minority students.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05783*1137*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF DISTANCE LEARNING BY SCHOOL DISTRICTS.*To (1) ensure that school districts are provided a uniform set of standards in order to deliver education to students in a distance learning environment and to require a review of how these standards are being met; (2) accommodate students with 504 plans and IEPs; (3) allow school districts to designate a certain number of snow days with and without remote learning in order to enable the districts to maintain flexibility in providing educational needs to students and families; and (4) require teacher training in remote and distance learning at no cost to towns.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05784*1567*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING BOARDS OF EDUCATION TO INCLUDE A COURSE OR PROGRAM ABOUT VETERANS AND THEIR MILITARY SERVICE IN THE EDUCATION CURRICULUM FOR THE SCHOOL DISTRICT.*To require school districts to include a course or program about veterans and their military service to our country as part of the education curriculum for the district.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05785*1568*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COST-OF-LIVING ADJUSTMENTS TO THE EDUCATION COST SHARING GRANT FORMULA.*To provide cost-of-living increases to a town's ECS grant.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05786*1569*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FULL REIMBURSEMENT OF A SCHOOL DISTRICT'S EXCESS COST FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION.*To make school districts whole under the special education excess cost grant.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05787*1571*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF NATIVE AMERICAN MASCOTS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.*To promote respect for Native American people and traditions in the state of Connecticut by prohibiting the use of Native American mascots in public schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05788*1590*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CREATION OF A TRANSITION PROGRAM FOR PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WHO WANT TO ENROLL IN A TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND CAREER SCHOOL.*To create a bridge program for public high school students to transition to the Technical Education and Career School System from the public school system.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05789*1592*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FULL REIMBURSEMENT OF A SCHOOL DISTRICT'S EXCESS COST FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION.*To provide the necessary funding for special education costs incurred by school districts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05790*1602*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE OBSERVANCE OF VETERANS' DAY BY PUBLIC SCHOOLS.*To remember and honor military veterans, living and deceased, by prohibiting school districts from holding school sessions on Veterans' Day.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05791*1634*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FUNDING FOR CHARTER SCHOOLS.*To include charter schools in the education cost-sharing grant formula and to permit charter schools to charge tuition.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05792*1570*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO DEVELOP A PLAN TO INCLUDE ECONOMICS WITHIN THE PUBLIC SCHOOL CURRICULUM.*To study innovative ways to implement the teaching of economics in public schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05793*1653*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF REMOTE AND HYBRID LEARNING ON STUDENTS WITH 504 PLANS AND IEPS.*To initiate a study of how current remote and hybrid learning has affected students with 504 plans or IEPs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05794*1687*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RIGHT TO READ.*To ensure that every child in Connecticut has equitable access to reading opportunities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05795*1719*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING BIOLOGICAL MALES FROM COMPETING ON PUBLIC FEMALE-ONLY ATHLETIC TEAMS IN INTERCOLLEGIATE, INTERSCHOLASTIC AND INTRAMURAL ATHLETIC EVENTS.*To protect women's rights in intercollegiate, interscholastic and intramural athletic events by allowing only biological females to be on public female-only athletic teams.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05796*1721*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION AND OF THE PRESS FOR STUDENTS.*To protect student expression and student publications except when such expression or publications are obscene, libelous, slanderous or disrupt school activities.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05797*1728*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE AMOUNT A SCHOOL DISTRICT MAY REDUCE ITS MINIMUM BUDGET REQUIREMENT WHEN IT EXPERIENCES A DECLINE IN STUDENT ENROLLMENT.*To provide mandate relief by allowing school districts greater authority to reduce their education budgets when there is reduced student enrollment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05798*1839*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ADDRESSING EDUCATION FUNDING AND RACIAL EQUITY IN CONNECTICUT.*To make revisions to how public education is funded in the state to address issues of equity and systemic racism.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05799*2024*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING STANDARDS FOR COMPOSTABLE PRODUCTS.*To establish a certain standard for compostable bags and require certain checkout bags to meet particular ASTM standards for compostable products.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05800*2041*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF WILD ANIMALS IN CIRCUSES, CARNIVALS AND EXHIBITIONS.*To prohibit the use of wild animals in circuses, carnivals and exhibitions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05801*2092*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING POLYSTYRENE PRODUCTS.*To decrease the use of polystyrene products.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05802*2122*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING WATER CONSERVATION STANDARDS FOR HOME APPLIANCES.*To require greater water conservation standards for home appliances.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05803*2135*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE HARVESTING OF HORSESHOE CRABS DURING A FULL MOON.*To preserve horseshoe crab populations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05804*2144*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AMENDING THE BOTTLE BILL.*To reduce the amount of municipal solid waste and litter, increase recycling rates, and support recycling businesses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05805*2147*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF PFAS IN FIREFIGHTING FOAM.*To prohibit the use of PFAS in firefighting foam.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05806*2153*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE TRADE OR IMPORT OF THE BIG SIX AFRICAN SPECIES.*To prohibit the import and trade of the big six African species.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05807*2156*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PHASE-OUT FOR THE USE OF CHLORPYRIFOS.*To end the use of chlorpyrifos.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05808*2164*2021*162*PB *AN ACT STUDYING THE ELECTRONIC WASTE PROGRAM.*To study the electronic waste program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05809*2170*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMPANION ANIMAL WELFARE.*To study companion animal welfare.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05810*2199*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DESIGNATING DOGS AS LIVESTOCK FOR PURPOSES OF ATTACKS FROM BEARS AND COYOTES.*To curb the loss of dogs from bear and coyote attacks.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05811*2217*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE BOTTLE BILL TO NIP BOTTLES.*To establish a system for the redemption of nip bottles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05812*2224*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE USE OF REFILLABLE CONTAINERS AT FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS.*To reduce single-use plastic and polystyrene containers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05813*2248*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE AND ENVIRONMENTAL RACISM.*To protect distressed municipalities from new sources of pollution while reducing existing sources of pollution for such areas of the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05814*2251*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SEWAGE SPILL RIGHT-TO-KNOW LAW.*To make enhancements to the sewage spill right-to-know law.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05815*2276*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ENCOURAGING CONTRACTORS TO USE ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS AND BUILDING PRACTICES.*To encourage environmentally sustainable building materials and practices.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05816*2314*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING RECYCLING WITHIN HEALTH CARE FACILITIES.*To decrease the use of fossil fuels, preserve space in landfills and minimize the use of raw materials.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05817*2352*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING GREEN JUSTICE ZONES.*To establish Green Justice Zones.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05818*2406*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF PFAS IN FIREFIGHTING FOAM.*To prohibit certain uses of PFAS and to protect the environment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05819*2465*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STRIP MINING.*To protect and conserve habitats.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05820*2484*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT INSTITUTE FOR RESILIENCE AND CLIMATE ADAPTATION.*To retain CIRCA as an important resource for municipalities and the state in addressing the impacts of climate change.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05821*2487*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING THE USE OF SINGLE-USE POLYSTYRENE CONTAINERS.*To reduce litter in parks, waterways and urban centers and to create cost-savings in the recycling process.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05822*2508*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PAY-AS-YOU-THROW PILOT PROGRAM FOR MUNICIPALITIES.*To establish a pay-as-you-throw pilot program for municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05823*2511*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ECO-TOURISM IN CONNECTICUT.*To understand the ecological and economic impact of eco-tourism in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05824*2530*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PLANNING FOR COASTAL RESILIENCY AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE.*To implement and prioritize coastal resiliency and storm inundation plans across the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05825*1455*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE POSSESSION OF AN ANIMAL IN THE CASE OF A PERSON CONVICTED OF ANIMAL CRUELTY.*To provide protection for animals by preventing repeat offenses of animal cruelty.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05826*1919*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING ELECTRONIC DEVICE MANUFACTURERS TO MAKE AVAILABLE ESSENTIAL COMPONENTS OF ITS ELECTRONIC DEVICES TO OWNERS AND INDEPENDENT REPAIR SERVICE PROVIDERS.*To require electronic device manufacturers to make available the documentation, parts and tools needed to maintain, modify and repair said manufacturers' electronic devices.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05827*2006*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DECOUPLING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY AUTHORITY AND THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, REMOVING THE EFFICIENCY PROGRAM FROM ELECTRIC RATES, ELIMINATING CERTAIN CHARGES ASSESSED AGAINST ELECTRIC CUSTOMERS AND REQUIRING AN ARTICULATION OF CERTAIN CHARGES ON ELECTRIC CUSTOMERS' BILLS.*To (1) decouple the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority and the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, (2) remove the efficiency program from rates charged to electric customers and place it within the Department of Economic and Community Development; (3) eliminate certain charges assessed against electric customers; and (4) require an articulation of certain charges on electric customers' bills.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05828*1350*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING VIRTUAL NET METERING TO MANUFACTURERS IN DISTRESSED MUNICIPALITIES AND INCENTIVIZING THE GENERATION OF NEW JOBS THROUGH LOWER TAX RATES.*To expand virtual net metering to manufacturers in distressed municipalities and to incentivize new job generation through lower tax rates.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05829*1026*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING CERTAIN DISCLOSURES OF TARGETED INTERNET ADVERTISEMENTS.*To require that targeted Internet advertisements disclose: (1) The purchaser of the advertisement; (2) the cost of the advertisement; and (3) the purpose for targeting each individual.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05830*1030*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONVERTING CERTAIN FUNDS INTO A GREEN ENERGY TRUST FUND.*To convert the Clean Energy Fund and Energy Efficiency Fund into a combined Green Energy Trust Fund.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05831*1052*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE STUDY OF INCREASED ELECTRICITY DELIVERY RATES.*To require the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority to study the increased delivery rates and make recommendations for lower delivery rates and increased consumer choice.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05832*1076*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RAISING THE VIRTUAL NET METERING CAP.*To raise the virtual net metering cap.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05833*1603*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REMOVAL OF SATELLITE DISHES FROM RESIDENTIAL DWELLINGS.*To prevent the overcrowding of satellite dishes on rooftops.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05834*1604*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A TASK FORCE TO EVALUATE RESIDENTIAL IMPACTS OF CONNECTICUT SITING COUNCIL DECISIONS.*To create a task force to evaluate the residential impacts of Connecticut Siting Council decisions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05835*1610*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PREVENTING TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPANIES FROM INCREASING FEES DURING A GLOBAL PANDEMIC.*To prevent an increase in telecommunications fees charged to customers during a global pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05836*1858*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR APEX COMMUNITY CARE IN DANBURY TO PURCHASE REAL PROPERTY.*To provide capital funding for APEX Community Care, to provide space for its services to people living with HIV/AIDS, mental health and substance use disorders and their families and loved ones and to actively promote education and prevention in the community.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05837*2020*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING THE MANUFACTURING EDUCATION FUND.*To create and support advance manufacturing instruction in public high schools and middle schools, and to create opportunities for Connecticut's students while also filling a need in the workforce for a key industry in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05838*2083*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A MUNICIPAL OPTION FOR PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR SURVIVING CHILDREN OF POLICE OFFICERS, FIREFIGHTERS AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS.*To honor the families of first responders who have died in the line of duty.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05839*2207*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR OPERATIONAL GROWTH AND EXPENSES OF THE NAUGATUCK VALLEY WATERBURY BRANCH LINE OF THE METRO-NORTH COMMUTER RAILROAD.*To provide funding for the operational growth of and expenses associated with the Naugatuck Valley Waterbury Branch Line of the Metro-North Commuter Railroad.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05840*2292*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY FIRE SCHOOL IN MIDDLETOWN.*To provide funding for the construction of a new Middlesex County fire school in the city of Middletown.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05841*2297*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE YMCA OF MIDDLETOWN TO CONSTRUCT A NEW BUILDING OR ADDITION TO AN EXISTING BUILDING.*To provide funding for the construction of a new building, or an addition to an existing building, of the YMCA of Middletown.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05842*2366*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR REPAIRS TO SANDY HOLLOW ROAD IN LEDYARD.*To provide funding for repairs to Sandy Hollow Road in Ledyard.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05843*2393*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE GROTON LONG POINT ROAD BRIDGE IN GROTON.*To provide funding to replace the Groton Long Point Road Bridge in the town of Groton.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05844*2400*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE DEMOLITION OF UNUSED SCHOOL FACILITIES IN GROTON.*To demolish unused school facilities in Groton.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05845*2404*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE TO EXPAND THE AMBULANCE GARAGE IN GROTON.*To provide funding to expand the ambulance garage in Groton.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05846*2459*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE TO REPLACE THE BRIDGE ON LANTERN HILL ROAD OVER WHITFORD BROOK ON THE BORDER BETWEEN NORTH STONINGTON AND LEDYARD.*To provide funding to replace the bridge on Lantern Hill Road over Whitford Brook, on the border between North Stonington and Ledyard.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05847*2536*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A PARKING GARAGE IN MIDDLETOWN.*To provide funding to construct a parking garage in downtown Middletown.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05848*2189*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING BREASTFEEDING SUPPLIES FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt breastfeeding supplies from the sales and use taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05849*2302*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR IMPROVEMENTS AND CONSTRUCTION OF AN ADDITION TO THE SOUTH FIRE DISTRICT FIRE HOUSE IN THE CITY OF MIDDLETOWN.*To provide funding for improvements and construction of an addition to the South Fire District fire house in the city of Middletown.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05850*2331*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A PARKING GARAGE IN MIDDLETOWN.*To provide funding to construct a parking garage at 60 Dingwall Drive and 222 Main Street in the city of Middletown.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05851*2391*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW LIBRARY OR EXPANSION OF THE RUSSELL LIBRARY IN MIDDLETOWN.*To provide funding for construction of a new public library or expansion of the Russell Library in Middletown.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05852*1468*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE TO REPAIR MUNICIPAL FIRE DEPARTMENT BUILDINGS IN TOLLAND.*To authorize bonds of the state to provide funding for the repair of municipal fire department buildings in Tolland.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05853*1470*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RETAIL SALE AND TAXATION OF MARIJUANA.*To provide for the retail sale of marijuana, the taxation of such sales and the use of revenue generated from such tax.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05854*1504*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DEDICATING A PORTION OF THE REVENUE FROM CERTAIN TAXES TO LOWERING MOTOR VEHICLE MILL RATES AND INCREASING FUNDING FOR EDUCATION COST SHARING.*To dedicate a portion of the revenue generated from the imposition of a new tax or an increase in the rate of an existing tax to lowering motor vehicle mill rates and increasing funding for education cost sharing.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05855*1576*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE, OR PROVIDING A CLEAN WATER FUND GRANT, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SEWER LINE IN THE TOWN OF BROOKFIELD.*To provide for the construction of a sewer line in the town of Brookfield.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05856*1617*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DATE FOR AN EXTENDED GRACE PERIOD FOR DEFERMENT OF PROPERTY TAXES.*To extend further, for property taxes, the date set forth in Executive Order 9R issued by Governor Ned Lamont for which a municipality participating in the Deferral Program shall offer an extended grace period for deferment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05857*1663*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PHASING OUT THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX ON CERTAIN INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT ACCOUNT INCOME.*To phase out the personal income tax on certain individual retirement account income.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05858*1750*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR RENOVATIONS TO THE BARBELL CLUB BUILDING IN NEW HAVEN.*To authorize bonds of the state for renovations to the former Barbell Club building in New Haven to serve as a community and youth center.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05859*1766*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES FOR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS.*To exempt from the sales and use taxes the sale of and the storage, use or other consumption in this state, by a nonprofit organization, of personal protective equipment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05860*1771*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A MUNICIPAL TAX ON HOTEL AND OTHER RENTAL ACCOMMODATION STAYS.*To authorize municipalities to impose a tax on hotel, lodging house and bed and breakfast stays and dedicate the revenue generated to providing public safety services in the municipality.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05861*1780*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE TO UPDATE POLICE FACILITIES IN PLYMOUTH.*To authorize funding to update and ensure compliance with the State Building Code of police facilities in Plymouth, in order to ensure the public safety of town residents.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05862*1795*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A LOAN PROGRAM TO SUPPORT CANNABIS-RELATED ENTREPRENEURSHIP FOR JUSTICE-IMPACTED INDIVIDUALS.*To dedicate revenue generated from the legalization and taxation of recreational cannabis to the establishment and funding of a loan program providing capital and technical assistance to justice-impacted individuals seeking to start a cannabis-related business.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05863*1832*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING SERVICES RENDERED IN CONNECTION WITH A COSMETIC MEDICAL PROCEDURE FROM THE SALES TAX.*To exempt services rendered in connection with a cosmetic medical procedure from the sales tax.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05864*1844*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A PERSONAL INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION BENEFITS RECEIVED DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.*To allow individuals who were unemployed or whose employment hours were reduced, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and received unemployment compensation benefits be allowed a personal income tax deduction for the taxable year commencing January 1, 2020, of the amount of such benefits received.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05865*1848*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TAX TREATMENT OF INVESTMENT FUND NET PROFITS ATTRIBUTABLE TO CERTAIN INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES.*To specify that net profits of investment funds attributable to certain investment management services performed by fund managers be treated as ordinary income subject to the corporation business and personal income taxes, rather than as investment profits subject to the capital gains tax.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05866*1959*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE NONPROFIT GRANT PROGRAM.*To enhance health and human service delivery, efficiency and effectiveness.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05867*1673*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AUDITS OF ELECTION PROCEDURES AND EQUIPMENT AND REVIEWS OF ELECTION LAWS.*To require (1) an independent audit of various equipment and persons involved in election administration, and (2) a periodic review of election laws.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05868*1674*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING AN ONLINE LISTING OF ALL CYBERATTACKS OR DATA BREACHES IN THE STATE.*To establish a central location that lists all cyberattacks or data breaches in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05869*1675*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL INTERESTS BY LEGISLATORS.*To include siblings, spouses and parents of legislators in statements of financial interests under the code of ethics for public officials.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05870*1677*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STATE CONTRACTS ASSOCIATED WITH A DECLARATION OF EMERGENCY.*To require the approval of the General Assembly for contracts associated with a declaration of emergency.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05871*1685*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING VACANCIES IN ENDORSEMENTS AND NOMINATIONS.*To make earlier the deadlines for party committees to (1) fill vacancies in nomination or endorsement, and (2) certify such vacancy endorsements or certifications to the proper authority.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05872*4939*2021*162*CB *AN ACT EXPANDING AUTOMATIC APPLICATION FOR VOTER REGISTRATION TO CERTAIN STATE AGENCIES.*To (1) establish automatic application for voter registration at certain state agencies that currently make available voter registration information, and (2) create a presumption that any removal from a party enrollment list through such automatic application for voter registration was unintentional.*0*0*0*0*0*6***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05873*1724*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SIGNATURES ON ABSENTEE VOTING MATERIALS.*To require, in the case of any person who is subject to a conservatorship or has surrendered decision-making authority due to mental incapacity, that the individual serving as conservator or other agent of such person cosign certain absentee voting materials.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05874*2293*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING PRESENTATION OF PHOTO IDENTIFICATION TO VOTE.*To require electors to present photo identification in order to vote at their respective polling places.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05875*1678*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE HIRING OF CONSULTANTS TO MAKE PUBLIC POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS.*To prohibit the state from hiring consultants to make public policy recommendations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05876*1810*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING JUNETEENTH EMANCIPATION DAY AND THE ISSUANCE OF JUNETEENTH COMMEMORATIVE PLATES.*To establish Juneteenth Emancipation Day as a state holiday and to create a specialty Juneteenth license plate.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05877*3652*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REGIONAL ADOPTION OF ATLANTIC STANDARD TIME.*To require the state to adopt Atlantic standard time upon the enactment of legislation in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New York adopting said time and federal approval of such change.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB05878*2387*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DESIGNATING "THE NUTMEG STATE" AS THE OFFICIAL STATE NICKNAME.*To more accurately reflect history and recognize one of Connecticut's original nicknames.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05879*4440*2021*162*CB *AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN CONTACT INFORMATION FROM DISCLOSURE UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.*To exempt certain contact information in the custody of a member of the General Assembly from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.*0*0*0*1*0*2*363**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB05880*1448*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF PUBLIC SCHOOLS AS POLLING PLACES ON ELECTION DAY.*To prohibit the use of public schools as polling places on election day while schools are in session in order to protect students' safety due to the influx of foot traffic within schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05881*1734*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING ORGANIZATION EXPENDITURES BY STATE CENTRAL COMMITTEES AND TOWN COMMITTEES.*To prohibit organization expenditures by state central committees and town committees for the benefit of candidates participating in the Citizens' Election Program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05882*1756*2021*162*PB *AN ACT WITHDRAWING CONNECTICUT FROM THE AGREEMENT AMONG THE STATES TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES BY NATIONAL POPULAR VOTE.*To withdraw the state from the Agreement Among the States to Elect the President of the United States by National Popular Vote.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05883*4894*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING VOTING FOR MUNICIPAL OFFICERS AND ON LOCAL QUESTIONS.*To permit individuals who have attained the age of sixteen years, but who have not attained the age of eighteen years, to vote at elections and primaries of municipal officers and on local questions.*0*0*0*0*0*8***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB05884*1849*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY RANKED-CHOICE VOTING.*To establish a task force to study ranked-choice voting.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05885*819*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING PACKAGE STORES TO SELL CERTAIN CBD PRODUCTS.*To allow cannabidiol products approved by the Federal Drug Administration to be sold on package store permit premises.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05886*879*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE IMPORTATION OF PRESCRIPTION DRUGS.*To lower the cost of prescription drugs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05887*952*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING GREATER TRANSPARENCY IN RETAIL GASOLINE PRICING.*To create greater transparency in retail gasoline pricing.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05888*1027*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE LENGTH OF TIME FOR CERTAIN PROFESSIONAL LICENSE RENEWALS.*To increase the length of time for professional license renewals by one year for licenses that do not require recertification or proof of continuing education.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05889*1073*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AMENDING THE HIRING RATIOS FOR APPRENTICES.*To amend the hiring ratios of apprentices.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05890*1074*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER PROTECTION AND RECIPROCAL LICENSURE AND REGISTRATION.*To require the Commissioner of Consumer Protection to grant a license or registration, without examination, if a licensing authority of another state grants the same license or registration without an examination.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05891*1128*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REDUCING FEES FOR PRIOR HOLDERS OF CLUB AND NONPROFIT CLUB PERMITS.*To establish parity and promote fairness in the fees charged to prior holders of certain liquor permits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05892*1344*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REDUCING FEES FOR CERTAIN FARM DISTILLERIES.*To reduce fees for farm distilleries that produce less than two thousand gallons of wine.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05893*1345*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING RETAIL SALES AND TASTINGS AT NON-FARM ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR MANUFACTURERS.*To eliminate retail sales and tastings at non-farm manufacturers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05894*1346*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING FOR THE EXPANSION, CHANGE IN LOCATION AND ESTABLISHMENT OF TOBACCO BARS.*To allow for the expansion, change in location and establishment of tobacco bars.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05895*3789*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE ON THE REDUCTION OF STUDENT LOAN DEBT.*To establish a task force to study the amount of student loan debt of students and graduates in the state.*0*0*0*1*0*4*138**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB05896*1441*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AWARENESS OF MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS AT INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To require institutions of higher education to make students aware of mental health resources available to students at such institutions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05897*1495*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX CREDIT FOR BUSINESSES THAT HIRE RECENT GRADUATES.*To establish a tax credit for businesses that hire a recent high school or college graduate.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05898*1502*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX CREDIT FOR BUSINESSES THAT MATCH AN EMPLOYEE'S STUDENT LOAN PAYMENT.*To establish a tax credit for businesses that match an employee's student loan payment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05899*1508*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A STUDENT LOAN REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR GRADUATES WITH A DEGREE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION.*To establish a student loan reimbursement program for residents of the state who graduate from a public institution of higher education with an associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education and are employed by a preschool program or a local or regional board of education.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05900*1552*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING LEGISLATIVE APPROVAL FOR THE MERGER OR CLOSING OF INSTITUTIONS WITHIN THE CONNECTICUT STATE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.*To require legislative approval for the merger or closing of institutions within the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05901*3888*2021*162*CB *AN ACT REQUIRING INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION TO PROVIDE STUDENT DEBT INFORMATION.*To require institutions of higher education to provide information to each student concerning his or her total amount of student debt.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB05902*3963*2021*162*CB *AN ACT AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR ADVANCED MANUFACTURING CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS.*To provide funding to the Board of Regents for Higher Education to purchase equipment necessary for students to successfully complete advanced manufacturing certificate programs.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB05903*2427*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING EQUITABLE PATHWAYS TO HIGH-WAGE, HIGH-GROWTH INDUSTRIES.*To equitably expand pathways to high-wage and high-growth industries in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05904*2448*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REINSTITUTING THE MUNICIPAL HOUSING VOUCHER PROGRAM TO PREVENT HOMELESSNESS.*To prevent homelessness in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05905*2476*2021*162*PB *AN ACT FACILITATING THE SUPPLY OF FOOD AVAILABLE AT SMALLER, PRIVATE FOOD PANTRIES.*To expand the supply of food available at smaller, private food pantries by allowing them to purchase food at discounted rates provided by larger food banks.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05906*2477*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ADDING CHIROPRACTIC SERVICES TO THOSE COVERED UNDER THE MEDICAID PROGRAM.*To provide additional wellness options for Medicaid recipients.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05907*2184*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A STATE HOME HEALTH CARE/HOME HOSPICE OMBUDSMAN.*To provide oversight of home health care of patients who convalesce or who choose to die at home.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05908*1691*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ATTORNEY GENERAL OVERSIGHT OF STATE GRANTS TO NONPROFIT PROVIDERS.*To prevent improper use of state grants and recover grant money improperly used.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05909*1697*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE HISPANIC AND COMMUNITIES OF COLOR NONPROFIT STABILIZATION AND GROWTH FUND.*To improve services for Hispanic persons and communities of color by providing assistance to community-based organizations with capacity building, training and technical assistance.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05910*1496*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A FUND TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO HOMEOWNERS TO ADDRESS PROPERTY DAMAGE CAUSED BY A NATURAL DISASTER.*To establish a fund to assist homeowners who have property damage from natural disasters.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05911*1509*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STATE FUNDING AND LOW-INCOME HOUSING.*To increase availability of low-income housing.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05912*2490*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING ASSOCIATION HEALTH PLANS FOR MEDICAL PRACTICES AND EXEMPTING PRACTICES COVERED UNDER SUCH PLANS FROM CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF THE INSURANCE STATUTES.*To: (1) Require the Insurance Commissioner to adopt regulations to enable two or more medical practices to form a bona fide group or association of employers for the purpose of offering and providing health coverage to such medical practices and their employees; and (2) exempt such medical practices from certain provisions of the insurance statutes governing health insurance provided to small employers and their employees.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05913*2505*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CHANGES MADE TO A HEALTH INSURANCE POLICY DURING A POLICY YEAR.*To provide that no health insurer that delivers, issues for delivery, renews, amends or continues an individual or group health insurance policy in this state shall: (1) Change the terms of such policy during a policy year unless an insured requests such change; or (2) make any global change to the policies issued by such health insurer unless such health insurer provides advance written notice to participating providers disclosing such change.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05914*1467*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY METHODS AVAILABLE TO ENCOURAGE MENTAL HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS TO PARTICIPATE IN PROVIDER NETWORKS.*To establish a task force to study methods available to this state and health carriers to encourage health care providers providing mental health services to participate in provider networks.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05915*1501*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO ENCOURAGE INSURERS TO DEVELOP TECHNOLOGIES TO PREVENT TEXTING WHILE DRIVING.*To establish a task force to encourage insurers to develop technologies to prevent texting while driving.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05916*1711*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MAMMOGRAMS AND COST TRANSPARENCY.*To require a health care provider to disclose to a patient whether any additional testing performed following a mammogram is an elective procedure, and require the health care provider to disclose whether the cost of such additional testing is covered by the patient's health insurance policy or provide the patient with an opportunity to determine whether such cost is covered by such policy.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05917*1824*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING INSURANCE COMPANIES FROM USING CREDIT HISTORY AS A FACTOR IN UNDERWRITING OR RATING PRIVATE PASSENGER NONFLEET AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE POLICIES.*To prohibit insurance companies from using an applicant's or insured's credit history as a factor in underwriting or rating private passenger nonfleet automobile insurance policies.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05918*1541*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A SPOUSE'S ENTITLEMENT TO A JUDGE'S RETIREMENT SALARY.*To financially protect a person who is married to a judge at the time of the judge's retirement.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05919*1605*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TRUST ACT.*To improve the public safety of the people of Connecticut by allowing law enforcement to cooperate with federal authorities in the detention of undocumented persons in the United States who are accused of serious crimes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05920*1624*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING A MINOR FROM ENTERING INTO A MARRIAGE.*To ban the marriage of minors with no exceptions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05921*1655*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING SOVEREIGN IMMUNITY IN CERTAIN CASES.*To eliminate sovereign immunity in certain cases.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05922*1963*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS FOR HATE CRIMES.*To extend the statute of limitations for the prosecution of a hate crime.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05923*2167*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF LEGAL COUNSEL IN A CRIMINAL MATTER TO A PERSON UNDER EIGHTEEN YEARS OF AGE.*To provide enhanced legal protections to a person under eighteen years of age who is charged with a crime.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05924*2171*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STATE AND COMMUNITY INITIATIVES TO REDUCE JUVENILE AUTO THEFTS AND BREAK-INS.*To establish new state and community initiatives in partnership with municipalities to reduce the number of juvenile auto thefts and break-ins.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05925*2177*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING THE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS IN FAILURE TO REPORT CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT CASES.*To provide for a longer period to prosecute failure to report child abuse or neglect in order to strengthen protections for children.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05926*2301*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PREVENTION OF FAMILY VIOLENCE.*To address and prevent domestic violence in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05927*2395*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SOLITARY CONFINEMENT.*To prohibit the Department of Correction from using solitary confinement in its facilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05928*2463*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO EXAMINE THE STATE'S SUMMARY PROCESS PROCEDURES.*To explore ways to make the state's summary process procedures more efficient and less burdensome to the courts, landlords, tenants and municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05929*2466*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REMOTE NOTARIZATION OF DOCUMENTS.*To legislatively enact the provisions of Executive Order 7k, issued by Governor Ned Lamont on March 23, 2020, which permit the remote notarization of documents by a notary public or a commissioner of the Superior Court provided there is compliance with certain safeguards.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05930*2481*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROMOTING DIVERSITY ON CORPORATE BOARDS.*To advance the goal of having equitable and diverse representation on corporate boards of any corporation with a principal place of business in this state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05931*2483*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE UNLAWFUL DISSEMINATION OF INTIMATE IMAGES.*To elevate the penalty for the dissemination of intimate images in the case of dissemination to multiple persons by certain electronic means.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05932*2521*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE DEFINITION OF FAMILY VIOLENCE.*To expand the definition of family violence in domestic violence determinations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05933*2524*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING COMMUNITY-BASED SENTENCING ALTERNATIVES FOR PRIMARY CARETAKERS.*To establish community-based sentencing alternatives for primary caretakers in order to help Connecticut families stay intact and protect the health and safety of children.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05934*2543*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DECRIMINALIZING SEX WORK.*To provide a legal way for sex workers to perform their job safely.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05935*699*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CLEAN SLATE AND AUTOMATIC ERASURE OF CRIMINAL RECORDS.*To provide for automatic erasure of criminal records for certain crimes and certain individuals.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05936*2175*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING DAMAGES INCURRED BY A PROPERTY OWNER DUE TO FALLING TREES OR TREE LIMBS FROM NEIGHBORING PROPERTY THAT IS OWNED BY THE STATE.*To ensure the state assumes liability for damages caused by state-owned trees that have fallen on private property and to eliminate the out-of-pocket removal costs by owners of private property to remove such state-owned trees.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05937*1536*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FILING OF AN INVENTORY OF A DECEDENT'S ESTATE WITH THE PROBATE COURT.*To ensure that the inventory filed by a fiduciary with the Probate Court following a decedent's death includes all property of the decedent, including any property held in a trust.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05938*1548*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PAYMENT OF CHILD SUPPORT BY A PARENT WHO IS AWARDED SOLE CUSTODY OF A MINOR CHILD.*To prohibit a court from ordering a parent who is awarded sole legal custody of a minor child to pay child support for such child to the noncustodial parent.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05939*1585*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FILING OF A PETITION TO PERMIT GRANDPARENT VISITATION WITH A GRANDCHILD.*To allow a grandparent the right of visitation with his or her grandchild upon demonstrating to the court that clear and convincing evidence support the granting of such visitation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05940*1627*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A GRANDPARENT'S RIGHT OF VISITATION WITH A GRANDCHILD.*To allow a grandparent the right of visitation with a grandchild upon a demonstration to the court of clear and convincing evidence of the circumstances that support the granting of such visitation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05941*1643*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FEE WAIVERS IN A PROBATE COURT MATTER INVOLVING A DECEDENT'S ESTATE.*To make the Probate Court system more accessible to indigent individuals.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05942*1647*2021*162*PB *AN ACT IMPOSING A MORATORIUM ON THE INITIATION OF CERTAIN FORECLOSURE ACTIONS.*To protect landlords from foreclosure actions who are not being paid rent.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05943*1546*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE AND EXCLUDING FROM AN EMPLOYER'S TRADE OR BUSINESS CONTRACTED WORK THAT IS SPECIALIZED AND IS NOT REGULARLY AND ROUTINELY UNDERTAKEN BY THE EMPLOYER'S EMPLOYEES.*To amend section 31-291 of the general statutes to specifically exclude from an employer's trade or business contracted work that is specialized and is not regularly and routinely undertaken by the employer's employees.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05944*1720*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TREATMENT OF PUBLIC AND PRIVATE EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES DURING A DECLARATION OF EMERGENCY.*To require the state to treat all employers and their employees equally during a declaration of emergency and that the state be financially liable when treatment is unequal.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05945*765*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RECIPIENTS OF UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION BENEFITS.*To ensure that only unemployed persons who are actively seeking employment are receiving unemployment benefits, except if under an executive order such as a pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05946*772*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DELAYING THE INCREASE OF THE MINIMUM WAGE FOR ONE YEAR.*To delay the increase of the minimum wage for one year.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05947*787*2021*162*PB *AN ACT SUSPENDING SCHEDULED INCREASES IN THE MINIMUM WAGE.*To protect small businesses until the state returns to an employment level equal to the level on January 1, 2008.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05948*928*2021*162*PB *AN ACT UPDATING AND REFORMING THE UNEMPLOYMENT TRUST FUND.*To update and reform the Unemployment Trust Fund.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05949*988*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STATE EMPLOYEES AND EQUITABLE HOLIDAYS.*To offer full-time state employees at least two floating holidays per fiscal year.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05950*1055*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING PUBLIC ENTITIES TO EVALUATE AND DETERMINE THE EFFECTS OF PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENTS ON THE PUBLIC.*To require public entities to evaluate and determine the effects of project labor agreements on the public and make such evaluations and determinations available to the public.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05951*1063*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER RELATED WORKERS' COMPENSATION BENEFITS FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS AND DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS EMPLOYEES.*To allow emergency medical technicians and Department of Correction employees to receive post-traumatic stress related workers' compensation benefits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05952*1064*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING UNDUE DELAY IN THE PAYMENT OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION AWARDS.*To eliminate undue delay in the payment of workers' compensation awards.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05953*1065*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS AND DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION EMPLOYEES TO RECEIVE POST- TRAUMATIC STRESS RELATED WORKERS' COMPENSATION BENEFITS.*To allow emergency medical technicians and Department of Correction employees to receive post-traumatic stress related workers' compensation benefits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05954*1134*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONTINUING THE SUSPENSION OF THE EXPERIENCE RATE COMPONENT OF THE UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE TAX.*To prevent our state's job creators from being penalized for layoffs that were required by state mandate or otherwise made necessary due to the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05955*1420*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REPEALING THE PAID FAMILY MEDICAL LEAVE ACT AND DISSOLVING THE PAID FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE INSURANCE AUTHORITY.*To repeal the Paid Family Medical Leave Act to allow private employers to develop and offer their own private insurance programs at their discretion.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05956*1421*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REMOVING REQUIREMENTS TO PAY A PREVAILING WAGE IN STATE AND MUNICIPAL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS.*To reduce costs to municipalities and the state by removing any prevailing wage requirements from state and municipal construction contracts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05957*1481*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ELIGIBILITY FOR UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS AND SEASONAL AGRICULTURAL BUSINESSES.*To update the basis on which unemployment benefits will be required to be paid and protect seasonal agricultural businesses from disproportionate taxation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05958*1530*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CLASSIFYING ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICERS AS FIRST RESPONDERS.*To accurately reflect the duties of animal control officers as first responders and entitle them to appropriate benefits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05959*1558*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CLASSIFYING DISPATCHERS AS FIRST RESPONDERS.*To accurately match the duties of 9-1-1 dispatchers to the title of First Responder, so dispatchers receive necessary training and proper benefits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05960*1606*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING PUBLIC EMPLOYEE UNIONS FROM BARGAINING OVER CERTAIN ISSUES.*To provide flexibility to the Governor and department heads to tailor the state work force to the mission of each state agency, within the budget set by elected representatives, and to fully fund the pensions of state employees.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05961*1630*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL EMPLOYERS, UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION AND THE APPEALS PROCESS.*To ensure that municipal employers are reimbursed for any unemployment benefits paid to an individual if, upon appeal, it is determined that the individual has no claim to such benefits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05962*774*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DELAYING THE PAYROLL DEDUCTION FOR PAID FAMILY LEAVE FOR ONE YEAR.*To delay the payroll deduction for the Paid Family Leave program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05963*1740*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL PARITY RELATED TO FIXED TAX ASSESSMENTS.*To allow the boards of selectmen, instead of the town meetings, of certain municipalities to enter into certain agreements to fix assessments.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05964*1763*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING A TWO-THIRDS VOTE OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY TO CREATE OR EXPAND UNFUNDED MANDATES TO MUNICIPALITIES AND SCHOOL DISTRICTS.*To require a two-thirds vote of each chamber of the General Assembly to enact legislation to create or expand an unfunded mandate to a municipality or school district.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05965*1822*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION IN CLUSTER DEVELOPMENTS.*To prohibit the developer of a cluster development from including existing wetland and watercourse areas located in a proposed development in the calculation of open space percentage allocation for the purpose of determining eligibility for certain incentives.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05966*1965*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE OFFICE OF POLICY AND MANAGEMENT TO CONDUCT A MUNICIPAL DEBT AFFORDABILITY STUDY.*To require the Office of Policy and Management to, within available appropriations, conduct a municipal debt affordability study to analyze the impacts of municipal debt and develop recommendations to address these impacts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05967*2004*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INTEREST RATES CHARGED ON CERTAIN PROPERTY TAX UNDERPAYMENTS AND ASSESSMENTS.*To reduce interest rates charged by municipalities for certain property tax underpayments and assessments.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05968*2151*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING A MUNICIPAL USER FEE ON INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To permit a municipality to impose an annual user fee on any public or independent institution of higher education located in such municipality.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05969*2275*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A FUND FOR CERTAIN COSTS RELATED TO VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER TRAINING.*To establish a fund to reduce out-of-pocket costs expended by volunteer firefighters for training-related programs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05970*2327*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MUNICIPAL REGULATION OF FIREARMS.*To prohibit the regulation of firearms by municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05971*2472*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MUNICIPAL REGULATION OF SIGNAGE.*To authorize municipal zoning commissions to regulate the height, size, location, brightness and illumination of all signs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05972*1330*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE PROPERTY TAX CREDIT.*To increase the property tax credit to five hundred dollars.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05973*1333*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ASSESSMENT OF BUILDINGS WITH DEFECTIVE CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS.*To permit municipalities to adopt ordinances permitting tax assessors to adjust the assessment of any occupied commercial or residential building rendered unsafe for occupation due to a defective concrete foundation to reflect a value of zero dollars.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05974*1434*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL RESTRICTIONS ON PET SHOPS.*To clarify that a municipality may enact or enforce an ordinance to place obligations or restrictions on pet shops.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05975*1479*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE REQUIREMENT OF A DONATION OF LAND AS A CONDITION OF SUBDIVISION APPROVAL.*To prohibit municipalities from requiring a donation of land from an applicant for subdivision of land as a condition of subdivision approval.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05976*1497*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL ASSISTANCE TO RESIDENTS OF CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATIONS.*To establish a task force to determine the ways in which municipalities may assist residents of condominium associations during and after natural disasters.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05977*1498*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL SEWER ASSESSMENT APPEALS.*To require municipalities to permit boards of assessment appeals to hear appeals of municipal sewer benefit assessments.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05978*1596*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR REAL PROPERTY USED FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES AND THE RECOVERY OF CERTAIN FEES AND DAMAGES IN WRONGFUL PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENT ACTIONS.*To clarify the property tax exemptions for real property used for charitable purposes to provide guidance to boards of assessors and to permit the recovery of attorneys' fees and compensatory damages in successful actions for wrongful property tax assessment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05979*1629*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL AUDITS OF SCHOOL DISTRICTS.*To enhance oversight and transparency of board of education budgets.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05980*1696*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FAILURE TO FILE FOR A CERTAIN GRAND LIST EXEMPTION.*To permit any person in the city of New Haven otherwise eligible for a certain 2017 grand list exemption that failed to file the required exemption application within the time period prescribed be permitted to file such application within a certain time period and pay a late filing fee to be regarded as having filed such application in a timely manner.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05981*1729*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STORAGE OF EVICTED TENANTS' POSSESSIONS.*To eliminate the requirement that municipalities store the possessions of evicted tenants.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05982*1753*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS.*To permit all municipalities to employ school resource officers.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05983*1904*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROPERTY TAX REFORMS.*To stabilize property tax growth and support affordable home and business ownership.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05984*2375*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ONLINE ACCESS TO MUNICIPAL SERVICES.*To facilitate and improve online access to municipal services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05985*1976*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NURSING HOME FACILITY STAFF COMPENSATION.*To attract and retain direct care staff in nursing homes and other long-term care settings.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05986*1980*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RESIDENT CARE PLANS IN LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES.*To ensure that residents in long-term care facilities have access to their loved ones, that their mental health needs are met and to establish guidelines and reporting protocols for long-term care facilities' visitation policies.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05987*1981*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY RESIDENTS' USE OF COMMUNICATION DEVICES.*To require that long-term care facilities allow residents to use communication devices in their rooms.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05988*1982*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT STOCKPILES.*To require long-term care facilities to maintain an adequate stockpile of personal protective equipment for the use of residents and staff.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05989*1983*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE'S PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN.*To broaden the state's public health emergency response plan.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05990*2346*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROMOTING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.*To improve employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05991*2356*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FOR-PROFIT HOSPITAL TRANSPARENCY.*To require that for-profit hospitals release to the public certain information contained in their Internal Revenue Service Form 990.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05992*2363*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING TRANSPORTATION TO A TREATMENT FACILITY WHICH PROVIDES MEDICAL TRIAGE OR TO A HOSPITAL AFTER ADMINISTRATION OF AN OPIOID ANTAGONIST.*To require that any individual who was administered an opioid antagonist by an emergency medical services provider be transported to a treatment facility that provides medical triage or to a hospital.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05993*2372*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING VISUAL INSPECTION OF IRRIGATION SYSTEMS BY WATER COMPANIES.*To eliminate the requirement of a visual inspection of an irrigation system by a water company.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05994*2392*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY ANAPHYLAXIS AND THE FOOD ALLERGY EPIDEMIC.*To establish a task force to study anaphylaxis and the food allergy epidemic with the aim of building capacity within the Department of Public Health to provide resources and programming that responds to the safety and inclusion needs of the allergic community in public, restaurants, schools and the health-care system.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05995*2409*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING FOOD ALLERGY TRAINING IN RESTAURANTS.*To require food allergy training in restaurants.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05996*2413*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH CARE IN CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES AND ACCESS TO INMATE MEDICAL RECORDS.*To improve access to health care in correctional facilities and address access to inmate medical records.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05997*2415*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SURGICAL SMOKE.*To protect surgeons, operating room personnel and patients from the dangers of surgical smoke.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05998*2418*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN ESSENTIAL CAREGIVER PROGRAM.*To improve the quality of care by requiring the same infection control practices and testing standards for essential caregivers of a resident in nursing home that are required for nursing home staff.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB05999*2421*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AN EXPANSION OF THE DEFINITION OF "DIRECT CARE" AS IT RELATES TO MINIMUM STAFFING REQUIREMENTS IN NURSING HOMES AND NURSING HOME REIMBURSEMENT.*To make the necessary revisions to the definition of "direct care" and adjust nursing home staffing requirements and reimbursement accordingly.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06000*2425*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES TO DEVELOP A PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO OUTBREAKS OF INFECTIOUS DISEASE AND OTHER SITUATIONS THAT RESULT IN A REDUCTION IN STAFFING CAPACITY.*To ensure all long-term care facilities develop plans to address outbreaks of infectious disease and other situations that reduce staffing capacity.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06001*2434*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING TWELVE-HOUR SHIFT OPTIONS FOR NURSING HOME STAFF.*To align staffing shift options at nursing home facilities with other health care institutions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06002*2443*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NURSING HOME STAFFING LEVELS.*To ensure staffing levels are adequate at nursing home facilities and additional accountability for nursing home facilities that violate requirements concerning staffing levels.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06003*2447*2021*162*PB *AN ACT UPDATING MINIMUM DIRECT CARE STAFFING REQUIREMENTS FOR NURSING HOMES.*To update minimum direct care staffing requirements for nursing homes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06004*2452*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HOSPITALS TO PROVIDE FAMILIES OF A STILLBORN INFANT A MINIMUM OF TWENTY-FOUR HOURS TO MAKE DECISIONS REGARDING BURIAL OR CREMATION.*To require hospitals to provide families of a stillborn infant at least twenty-four hours before making decisions regarding burial or cremation. .*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06005*2488*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE OR COMMISSION TO MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING MEDICAL EXEMPTIONS FROM CHILDHOOD VACCINE REQUIREMENTS.*To establish a task force or commission to evaluate and make recommendations regarding medical exemptions from childhood vaccine requirements, including, but not limited to, making medical exemptions clearly obtainable and destigmatizing those opposed to vaccine requirements.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06006*2495*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CODIFYING THE GOVERNOR'S EXECUTIVE ORDERS REGARDING TELEHEALTH.*To make the telehealth changes put into place by the Governor permanent.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06007*2504*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROVIDING STATUTORY RECOGNITION TO AND FUNDING FOR THE CONNECTICUT SUICIDE ADVISORY BOARD.*To recognize in statute and provide funding for the Connecticut Suicide Advisory Board.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06008*2509*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH CARE TRANSPARENCY AND ACCESSIBILITY.*To provide for informed medical decision-making and require that health care facilities provide transparent and accessible care.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06009*2517*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALE OF FLAVORED TOBACCO PRODUCTS AND THE SALE OF ALL TOBACCO PRODUCTS IN PHARMACIES.*To prohibit the sale of flavored tobacco products and the sale of all tobacco products in pharmacies.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06010*2532*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CERTIFICATION OF DOULAS.*To establish an advisory council to make recommendations regarding the certification of doulas.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06011*1985*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A DIRECT CARE PAYMENT RATIO IN NURSING HOME AND LONG-TERM CARE SERVICES.*To hold nursing homes accountable for the use of public funds by establishing a minimum percentage of Medicaid nursing home reimbursement to be spent by nursing homes on direct care provided by nursing homes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06012*1987*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOME AND COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES IN LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES.*To provide additional support for home and community-based services in long-term care facilities and require that state agencies explore alternative care options for senior citizens and people with disabilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06013*2441*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RECRUITMENT AND TRAINING OF NURSING HOME STAFF.*To create recruitment and training programs for certified nurse's assistants and other nursing home staff.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06014*702*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SURVIVORS OF GUN VIOLENCE MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVE.*To establish a Survivors of Gun Violence Mental Health Initiative.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06015*1386*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SAFE HARBOR FOR ALTERNATIVE HEALTH CARE PRACTITIONERS.*To establish a safe harbor for alternative health care practitioners to provide certain alternative health care services without compensation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06016*1475*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LICENSURE OR TRAINING TRANSPARENCY FOR HEALTH CARE PRACTITIONERS.*To require that all health care professionals advertise or communicate their licensure, training or qualifications to patients.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06017*1555*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE ELEVATED SUICIDE RATE AMONGST TEEN GIRLS.*To establish a task force to study and make recommendations regarding a reduction in the suicide rate amongst teen girls.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06018*1588*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING FREE FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS IN MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT BATHROOMS.*To require local and regional boards of education to provide free feminine hygiene products in middle and high school student bathrooms.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06019*1623*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE APPLICABILITY OF THE EVICTION PROCESS TO INDIVIDUALS LIVING IN SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER REHABILITATION FACILITIES.*To allow substance use disorder rehabilitation facilities to remove individuals living in such facilities who violate conditional residential agreements without having to resort to the eviction process.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06020*1648*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE PROVISION OF INFORMATION REGARDING THE VACCINE ADVERSE EVENT REPORTING SYSTEM.*To require the Department of Public Health to inform all health care providers employed by the state of the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System and that each health care provider employed by the state provide such information to his or her patients.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06021*1649*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE ADMINISTRATION OF CERTAIN VACCINES.*To prohibit the administration of vaccines that do not meet certain criteria.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06022*1651*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN ADVERSE EVENT REPORTING SYSTEM.*To establish an adverse event reporting system for COVID-19 restrictions or requirements for individuals and businesses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06023*1656*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CYCLE THRESHOLD VALUES IN POLYMERASE CHAIN REACTION TEST RESULTS FOR COVID-19.*To require laboratories to release the cycle threshold value when reporting polymerase chain reaction test results for COVID-19 and to prohibit laboratories from using a cycle threshold value of thirty-seven or higher as an indicator that a person is positive for COVID-19.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06024*1659*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE STATE FROM MANDATING THE USE OF ANY MEDICAL PRODUCT.*To prohibit the Department of Public Health, Governor or Lieutenant Governor from requiring the use of any medical product.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06025*1665*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REMOVING THE REQUIREMENT THAT STUDENTS BE IMMUNIZED AGAINST DIPHTHERIA, PERTUSSIS AND TETANUS.*To remove the requirement that students be immunized against diphtheria, pertussis and tetanus.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06026*1668*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MENTAL HEALTH OF STUDENTS AND CHILDREN.*To promote the mental health of students and children.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06027*1679*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REMOVING THE INFLUENZA VACCINE REQUIREMENT FOR ENROLLMENT IN DAYCARE, SCHOOL AND CAMPS.*To remove the influenza vaccine requirement from daycare, school and camps due to consistently low yearly efficacy data published by the Centers for Disease Control.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06028*1680*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REMOVING THE HEPATITIS B VACCINE REQUIREMENT FOR ADMISSION TO DAYCARE, SCHOOL AND CAMP.*To remove the hepatitis B vaccine requirement for admission to daycare, school and camp due to recent legal findings that there have been zero events of transmissibility from a student at a daycare, school or camp to anyone else.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06029*1760*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING PERSONS SIXTEEN YEARS OLD TO DONATE BLOOD.*To permit persons sixteen years old to donate blood.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06030*1764*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ART THERAPISTS.*To allow temporary permits to practice as an art therapist under supervision to be valid for two years.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06031*1765*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PUBLIC RESTROOMS.*To require that paper towels be provided in public restrooms.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06032*2390*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO ORIGINAL BIRTH RECORDS BY ADULT ADOPTED PERSONS.*To permit all adopted individuals and such individuals' children and grandchildren, to obtain uncertified copies of such individuals' original birth certificates.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06033*2160*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF FIREARMS BY CONVICTED STALKERS.*To prohibit the purchase, transfer or possession and use of a firearm by an individual who has been convicted of stalking, threatening or harassing behaviors.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06034*5676*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROJECT LONGEVITY.*To (1) expand the Project Longevity Initiative to the city of Waterbury, and (2) require the Secretary of the Office of Policy and Management to create a plan to implement the initiative on a state-wide basis.*0*0*0*1*0*3*292**2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB06035*2242*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STAFFING LEVELS AT THE SPECIAL LICENSING AND FIREARMS UNIT WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY SERVICES AND PUBLIC PROTECTION.*To increase staffing levels at the Special Licensing and Firearms Unit within the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection in order to ensure that firearms dealers and their customers are better served.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06036*2310*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A FIREARMS SELF-RESTRICTION REGISTRY.*To create a Connecticut No Gun Registry, which would allow a person to register to restrict his or her ability to purchase or possess firearms in this state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06037*2317*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ERASED CRIMINAL RECORDS AND THE REVIEW OF FIREARM PERMIT APPLICATIONS.*To permit chiefs of police and the Board of Firearms Permit Examiners to access arrest records resulting in a nolle in the case of a domestic violence offense in order to determine an applicant's suitability to hold a permit to carry a pistol or revolver.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06038*5233*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROMOTION OF LOTTERY WINNINGS.*To require the Connecticut Lottery Corporation to (1) obtain written consent before publishing the photograph of a person who redeems a winning lottery ticket on the corporation's Internet web site, and (2) remove a person's name from the list of winners published on such Internet web site upon request.*0*0*0*0*0*2*293**2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB06039*2361*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE ON DISASTER PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE.*To establish a task force on disaster preparedness and response, in order to better prepare the state for future disasters.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06040*2365*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ALVIN W. PENN RACIAL PROFILING PROHIBITION ACT.*To extend the provisions of the Alvin W. Penn Racial Profiling Prohibition Act to cover all police stops, including pedestrian stops, in order to give a full and complete picture of any and all racial profiling taking place in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06041*2386*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MOTOR VEHICLE SEARCHES, USE OF FORCE AND DEPRIVATION OF EQUAL PROTECTION BY POLICE OFFICERS.*To repeal provisions governing search of a motor vehicle by law enforcement officers, delay the effective date of changes to provisions governing use of force by police officers in order to provide sufficient time for police officers to be trained and delay the effective date of provisions regarding civil suits for deprivation of equal protection of the laws of the state committed by police officers in order to fully analyze the effects of the provisions on municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06042*2389*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING POLICE BODY AND DASHBOARD CAMERA DATA STORAGE.*To reduce the cost to municipalities of storing data from police body and dashboard cameras.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06043*2507*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PREVENTING COMMUNITY GUN VIOLENCE.*To establish an initiative to prevent community gun violence.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06044*2534*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMMUNITY GUN VIOLENCE.*To create an initiative to reduce street-level gun violence in the state's largest urban areas and those areas most effected by gun homicides.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06045*2539*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NOTATIONS IN LAW ENFORCEMENT DATABASES REGARDING PEOPLE WHO MAY INADVERTENTLY RESPOND INAPPROPRIATELY TO COMMANDS FROM LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS.*To help prevent misunderstandings in interactions with law enforcement officers that may result in the use of force.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06046*1621*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SALE AND USE OF CONSUMER GRADE FIREWORKS.*To permit the sale and use of consumer grade fireworks.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06047*1714*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS AND TENANTS OF BLASTING ACTIVITY.*To require the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection to adopt regulations requiring any person using explosives to notify property owners located near and tenants residing near sites where explosives will be used.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06048*3181*2021*162*CB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE OPERATION OF GREYHOUND RACING IN THE STATE.*To prohibit greyhound racing in the state.*0*0*0*0*0*19*230**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06049*1838*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING POLICE PROTECTION AT CARNIVALS AND FAIRS THAT DO NOT SERVE ALCOHOL.*To exclude carnivals and fairs that do not serve alcohol from the requirements for police protection that apply to certain activities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06050*5218*2021*162*CB *AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF THE EFFECTS OF INCLUDING FIRE DISTRICTS IN THE PILOT PROGRAM.*To study the effects of providing state grants in lieu of taxes to fire districts.*0*0*0*0*0*2*212**2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HB06051*2414*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ICE CREAM TRUCKS AND CHILDREN'S SAFETY.*To review safety guidelines for ice cream trucks to ensure that children are safe.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06052*2525*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PUBLIC SAFETY ANSWERING POINTS.*To modify the current funding of public safety answering points and consolidate such answering points to better serve public safety needs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06053*1712*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FEES CHARGED BY MOTOR VEHICLE RENTAL COMPANIES FOR ADDITIONAL AUTHORIZED DRIVERS.*To prohibit a motor vehicle rental company from charging a separate fee for additional authorized drivers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06054*1774*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PRIVATIZATION OF NONSTRATEGIC ASSETS TO PAY DOWN DEBT IN THE SPECIAL TRANSPORTATION FUND.*To pay down the debt in the Special Transportation Fund by privatizing nonstrategic assets.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06055*1778*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ICE CREAM TRUCKS.*To require ice cream trucks to install safety equipment to (1) increase the visibility of such truck, (2) warn drivers that children may be present, (3) help the ice cream truck driver see around the truck and increase the ice cream truck driver's line of site, and (4) require a motor vehicle operator to stop completely before passing an ice cream truck that is stationary and selling ice cream.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06056*1826*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RENEWAL OF LICENSES AND MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION BY MUNICIPALITIES.*To allow municipalities to charge a higher convenience fee when renewing motor vehicle operator licenses and identity cards and conducting registration transactions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06057*1891*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REPRESENTATION ON THE CONNECTICUT PORT AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS.*To add the chief elected official of the city of New London as a voting member on the board of directors of the Connecticut Port Authority.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06058*1905*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING BACK SEAT PASSENGERS IN A MOTOR VEHICLE TO WEAR SEAT BELTS.*To promote the safety of all passengers in a motor vehicle by requiring back seat passengers to wear seat belts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06059*1917*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE AUTOMATIC ISSUANCE OF AN IDENTITY CARD.*To provide a person, particularly a senior citizen, with an identity card when such person relinquishes his or her motor vehicle operator's license without requiring such person to submit an application.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06060*1921*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING OPEN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTAINERS IN MOTOR VEHICLES.*To reduce the number of crashes and fatalities resulting from drivers operating under the influence of alcohol.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06061*1970*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING DISTRIBUTIONS UNDER THE TOWN AID ROAD PROGRAM.*To distribute funds under the Town Aid Road Program at a higher rate to municipalities with a certain percentage of state and interstate highways located in such municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06062*1984*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING PEDESTRIAN SAFETY.*To combat the recent increase in pedestrian fatalities and accidents by increasing the penalty for any operator of a vehicle who fails to yield to a pedestrian who is using a designated crosswalk and establishing a pilot program to test three-dimensional crosswalk technology.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06063*2008*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ISSUANCE OF COMMERCIAL DRIVERS' LICENSES TO PERSONS WHO ARE DEAF OR HARD OF HEARING.*To enable a person who is deaf or hard of hearing to obtain a commercial driver's license by establishing standards and procedures.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06064*2012*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT RIVER VALLEY RAILROAD.*To rehabilitate the Connecticut River Valley railroad.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06065*2039*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATORS TO YIELD THE RIGHT-OF-WAY TO FUNERAL PROCESSIONS.*To give funeral processions the right-of-way.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06066*5072*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING STREET RACING.*To prohibit the operation of a motor vehicle upon any public highway for a contest or demonstration of speed or skill.*0*0*0*0*0*2*313**2021-03-22 00:00:00*2021-03-23 00:00:00**0* ** HB06067*2079*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING EMISSIONS INSPECTIONS DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.*To prevent the spread of COVID-19 by extending the deadline for emissions inspections.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06068*2080*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE VISION SCREENING REQUIREMENT FOR A DRIVERS LICENSE.*To permit an applicant for a drivers license to present the results of his or her vision screening obtained from a licensed optometrist or ophthalmologist to satisfy the vision screening requirement.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06069*2146*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REPORTS OF MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS.*To reduce the amount of time needed for a police officer to complete the uniform investigation of accident report.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06070*2205*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION BY TELEPHONE FOLLOWING A TRAFFIC STOP.*To permit an owner of a motor vehicle, who may not have received a notice to renew his or her motor vehicle registration by mail from the Department of Motor Vehicles, to renew the registration by telephone when stopped by a police officer for failure to renew the registration and allow such owner to avoid fines and seizure or impoundment of the motor vehicle.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06071*2212*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDS RECEIVED FROM THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROGRAM.*To increase safety for pedestrians and cyclists and create walking friendly municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06072*2247*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RESOURCES OF THE SPECIAL TRANSPORTATION FUND.*To increase the funding available for the direct costs of transportation infrastructure improvements.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06073*2287*2021*162*PB *AN ACT NAMING THE HIGHLAND AVENUE BRIDGE IN WATERBURY THE "AVENUE OF HEROES BRIDGE".*To name the Highland Avenue bridge in Waterbury the "Avenue of Heroes Bridge" in honor of the veterans who served in the First and Second World Wars.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06074*2289*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RENAMING A BRIDGE IN WATERBURY IN HONOR OF ROBERTO CLEMENTE.*To rename a bridge in Waterbury in honor of Roberto Clemente in recognition of his remarkable baseball career, sportsmanship and community involvement.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06075*2298*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING DIRECT FLIGHTS FROM THE BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO JAMAICA.*To require the Bradley International Airport to offer direct flights to Kingston, Jamaica.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06076*2357*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REDUCING EXCESSIVE NOISE FROM MOTOR VEHICLES.*To reduce excessive noise from motor vehicles that are the subject of two or more written warnings or violations within a period of six months by suspending the registrations of such motorcycles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06077*2412*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PASSENGER RAIL SERVICE ON THE WATERBURY BRANCH OF THE METRO-NORTH COMMUTER RAILROAD.*To expand passenger rail service and improve train stations on the Waterbury branch of the Metro-North Commuter Railroad.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06078*2433*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF AUTOMATED TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT SAFETY DEVICES.*To prohibit the use of red-light cameras in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06079*2510*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MEDICAL HISTORY OF ORGAN AND TISSUE DONORS.*To request a person who indicates an intent to be an organ and tissue donor to complete a personal medical health history so family members are spared from providing such history when grieving.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06080*2514*2021*162*PB *AN ACT STUDYING AND PARTICIPATING IN PILOT PROGRAMS REGARDING A MILEAGE-BASED USER FEE ON MOTOR VEHICLES.*To permit the Department of Transportation to study and participate in federal pilot programs regarding a mileage-based user fee on motor vehicles operated on state highways.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06081*2540*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING BACK SEAT PASSENGERS IN A MOTOR VEHICLE TO WEAR SEAT BELTS.*To require back seat passengers to wear seat belts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06082*2544*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SPEED LIMITS IN MUNICIPALITIES.*To permit municipalities to establish speed limits on the streets, highways and bridges located wholly in the municipality.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06083*2545*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CARBON ZERO PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION.*To make a green public transportation system in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06084*1340*2021*162*PB *AN ACT LOWERING THE MINIMUM AGE TO PARTICIPATE IN MOTOR CROSS RACING.*To allow for additional participation in motor cross racing.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06085*1417*2021*162*PB *AN ACT NAMING A PORTION OF ROUTE 12 IN HONOR OF PARKE SPICER.*To name a portion of Route 12 in honor of Parke Spicer, the former first selectman and registrar of voters in the town of Preston.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06086*1444*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE INSTALLATION OF CAMERA VIDEO SYSTEMS INSIDE AND OUTSIDE SCHOOL BUSES.*To ensure the safety of students by documenting the internal and external environment of the school bus and monitoring the operation of such bus with internal and external camera video systems.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06087*1482*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING GOVERNMENT ENTITIES FROM TRACKING PASSENGER MOTOR VEHICLES.*To protect personal privacy by prohibiting a government entity from tracking passenger motor vehicles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06088*1491*2021*162*PB *AN ACT NAMING THE ROUTE 7 BYPASS IN HONOR OF FORMER GOVERNOR M. JODI RELL.*To name the Route 7 Bypass the "M. Jodi Rell Bypass".*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06089*1493*2021*162*PB *AN ACT STUDYING COMPLIANCE WITH MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION LAWS.*To reestablish the task force charged with studying and making recommendations regarding the enforcement of car registrations in the proper state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06090*1516*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SCHOOL BUSES WITH EXTENDED CROSSING CONTROL ARMS.*To deter motor vehicle operators from passing a stopped school bus and reduce the risk of injury to children.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06091*1549*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING FEES REMITTED TO MUNICIPALITIES FOR CERTAIN MOTOR VEHICLE VIOLATIONS.*To increase the fee remitted to municipalities in which certain motor vehicle violations occur from twenty dollars to twenty-five dollars.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06092*1572*2021*162*PB *AN ACT STUDYING VEGETATION MANAGEMENT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.*To study the Department of Transportation's vegetation management program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06093*1736*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING MUNICIPALITIES TO PARTICIPATE IN THE CHEAPR PROGRAM.*To allow municipalities to be eligible for a rebate under the Connecticut hydrogen and electric automobile purchase rebate program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06094*1783*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REIMBURSEMENT TO MUNICIPALITIES WHEN MOTOR VEHICLE INFRACTIONS ARE NOLLED.*To provide municipalities with a portion of the fine associated with a nolled motor vehicle infraction and to assist municipal police departments with funding and the costs associated with implementing the provisions of public act 20-1 of the July special session.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06095*1808*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING CERTAIN COMMERCIAL SERVICE BUSES TO USE THE MERRITT AND WILBUR CROSS PARKWAYS.*To permit certain commercial service buses to travel the Merritt and Wilbur Cross Parkways.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06096*1827*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING THE ONLINE REGISTRATION OF LARGE COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES.*To permit the online registration of large commercial motor vehicles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06097*1829*2021*162*PB *AN ACT STUDYING THE FEASIBILITY OF PROVIDING PASSENGER TRAIN SERVICE FROM DANBURY TO NEW YORK.*To study the feasibility of using existing assets to provide passenger train service from Danbury to New York.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06098*2494*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMBINATION AND COMMERCIAL REGISTRATIONS.*To include motor vehicle operator license numbers on combination and commercial registrations and to make locating business owners and principals easier.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06099*2339*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ANTITRUST ISSUES AND THE PALLIATIVE USE OF MARIJUANA AND THE SALE OF HEMP AND HEMP PRODUCTS.*To require proposed changes in ownership of medical marijuana businesses licensed by the Department of Consumer Protection to be reviewed by the Office of the Attorney General to determine whether such changes would violate antitrust laws and to allow medical marijuana producers to purchase hemp and hemp products from entities that are not part of the medical marijuana program.*0*1*0*1*0*19*112**2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06100*2094*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER PROTECTION LICENSING AND ENFORCEMENT.*To make minor and technical changes to streamline the Department of Consumer Protection's licensing and enforcement statutes.*0*1*0*1*0*64*231**2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06101*2563*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING VARIOUS ISSUES RELATED TO THE LIQUOR CONTROL ACT.*To address various issues relating to the Liquor Control Act.*0*1*0*0*0*61***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06102*2629*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT WITHIN THE CITY OF WEST HAVEN.*To permit the establishment of a special taxing district in West Haven and authorize such district to make expenditures for public and private infrastructure improvements and issue bonds to finance the improvements.*0*1*0*1*0*18*86**2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06103*2652*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR PROPERTY USED FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES.*To require assessors and boards of assessors to post certain property tax exemption statement forms on such assessors' and boards' Internet web sites, specify that payments made by federal, state or local governments for the treatment, support or care of certain individuals shall not constitute housing subsidies for the purposes of determining what is a charitable purpose and require boards of assessors to consider whether certain property claimed to be exempt is owned or held in trust by federal tax-exempt charitable organizations.*0*1*0*1*0*4*380**2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06104*2642*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REGIONAL PLANNING AND COUNCILS OF GOVERNMENTS.*To (1) make certain modifications to the administration of the regional planning incentive account and related programs, and (2) revise the bylaws requirements for officers and conduct of regional councils of governments.*0*1*0*1*0*8*87**2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06105*1733*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO ORIGINAL BIRTH CERTIFICATES BY ADULT ADOPTED PERSONS.*To grant access to original birth records to all adopted persons eighteen years of age or older who were born in Connecticut regardless of date of birth.*0*1*0*0*0*4*72**2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06106*1846*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR CERTAIN RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES AND NONRESIDENTIAL HYDROPOWER FACILITIES.*To revise the property tax exemption for certain renewable energy sources and hydropower facilities.*0*1*0*1*0*5*88**2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06107*2650*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REORGANIZATION OF THE ZONING ENABLING ACT AND THE PROMOTION OF MUNICIPAL COMPLIANCE.*To (1) restructure the Zoning Enabling Act for clarity, (2) promote the purposes of the federal Fair Housing Act, (3) provide an administrative mechanism to promote compliance with municipal affordable housing plans, and (4) require the Secretary of the Office of Policy and Management to convene a working group to study municipal affordable housing plans and zoning regulations.*0*1*0*1*0*12*385**2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06108*2622*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCIES.*To specify that a local board of education vacancy may only be filled (1) by the remaining members of said board, or (2) at the next regular town election.*0*1*0*1*0*2*73**2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06109*2608*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ALBERT J. SOLNIT CHILDREN'S CENTER.*To require the Albert J. Solnit Children's Center - South Campus to obtain licensure from the Department of Public Health.*0*1*0*0*0*3*48**2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06110*1614*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ONLINE SALE AND DELIVERY OF ELECTRONIC NICOTINE DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND VAPOR PRODUCTS.*To require online sellers of electronic nicotine delivery systems and vapor products to require purchasers of such systems and products to (1) provide identification at the time of purchase, and (2) ensure that the name on such identification matches the name on the method of payment used to make the purchase.*0*1*0*1*0*2*139**2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06111*2631*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A YOUTH SUICIDE PREVENTION TRAINING PROGRAM.*To require the Youth Suicide Advisory Board and the Office of the Child Advocate to establish a youth suicide prevention pilot program.*0*1*0*1*0*2*49**2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06112*2628*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING A SURVEY OF COURT-INVOLVED YOUTHS.*To require the Court Support Services Division of the Judicial Branch to conduct a survey of court-involved youths in order to ascertain the need for additional or improved services for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer youths.*0*1*0*1*0*2*50**2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06113*2626*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE PROVISION OF INFORMATION CONCERNING CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE.*To require the Department of Children and Families to develop, and operators of youth athletic activities and licensees of youth camps to distribute, information concerning appropriate interactions with children and child sexual abuse.*0*1*0*1*0*3*51**2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** HB06114*1961*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROPERTY TAX DEFERRAL FOR ELDERLY PERSONS.*To help alleviate financial burdens on elderly homeowners by permitting municipalities to defer property taxes for those who qualify for such tax deferrals.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06115*1619*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INCREASED MUNICIPAL AID FOR CERTAIN CITIES AND TOWNS DURING A PUBLIC HEALTH EPIDEMIC.*To provide cities and towns with additional resources to help house residents during declared public health epidemics.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06116*1993*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE TEACHERS' RETIREMENT BOARD.*To provide a better balance of membership on the Teachers' Retirement Board that reflects the interests of retired teachers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06117*1958*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A TAX CREDIT FOR BUSINESSES THAT HIRE INDIVIDUALS IN RECOVERY FROM SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS.*To create tax incentives for businesses to hire individuals who are in recovery from substance use disorders.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06118*1966*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS PROGRAM FOR RECENT GRADUATES OF INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To encourage recent graduates to open businesses in Connecticut by establishing a student loan forgiveness program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06119*5540*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING ARTS, CULTURE AND TOURISM FUNDING.*To strengthen the arts, culture and tourism sector in the state by directing additional funds into the Tourism Fund, and renaming the fund to better represent the full scope of the sector.*0*0*0*0*0*12*196**2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06120*2011*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A CONNECTICUT CENTER FOR WORKER OWNERSHIP.*To establish a Connecticut Center for Worker Ownership.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06121*5096*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING A WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PIPELINE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.*To require the Department of Economic and Community Development to develop a plan to establish a workforce development pipeline for persons with disabilities.*0*0*0*0*0*2*185**2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HB06122*1652*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF THE EFFECTS OF REMOTE AND HYBRID LEARNING ON STUDENTS, PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS.*To initiate a study of how current remote and hybrid learning has affected students, parents and caregivers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06123*1715*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CREATION OF A STATE-WIDE STANDARD CENTRAL SURVEY RELATING TO SCHOOL CLIMATE.*To require the Department of Education to create a state-wide standard central survey relating to school climate that will allow for contextualization of data in national framework and comparison across districts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06124*1716*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SERVICE ELIGIBILITY IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS BASED ON STUDENT RESIDENCY.*To ensure that all children can access services that they would have access to in their home school district.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06125*1717*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING AWARENESS OF AVAILABLE MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES AND RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES.*To assist students and their families in addressing issues concerning mental health and anxiety that have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic by requiring boards of education to provide information relating to mental health services and resources.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06126*1722*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO OPT OUT OF THE COMMON CORE STATE STANDARDS.*To allow school districts to opt out of the Common Core State Standards and to choose an alternative standard for its curriculum.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06127*1726*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE EFFECTS OF CRUMBLING FOUNDATIONS ON EDUCATION COST-SHARING GRANT AMOUNTS.*To ensure that a town does not receive a reduction in its education cost-sharing grant amount as a result of a decrease in its grand list due to crumbling foundations in the town.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06128*1731*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING STUDENT ATHLETES WHO WERE BORN AS MALES FROM PARTICIPATING IN WOMEN'S INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC EVENTS.*To eliminate unfair competition in women's interscholastic sporting competition.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06129*1732*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING A REDUCTION OF THE MINIMUM BUDGET REQUIREMENT FOR BOARDS OF EDUCATION THAT SHARE SERVICES OR ESTABLISH REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS.*To promote efficiency in shared school services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06130*1735*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EQUALIZING THE REIMBURSEMENT PERCENTAGE FOR THE VARIOUS TYPES OF SCHOOL BUILDING PROJECTS.*To create parity between the reimbursement percentages for new school construction projects and renovation projects under the school building project grant program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06131*1752*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SCHOOL VOUCHER PROGRAMS.*To authorize boards of education to establish a school voucher program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06132*1762*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE EXECUTIVE BRANCH FROM MAKING RESCISSIONS OR OTHER REDUCTIONS TO A TOWN'S EDUCATION COST-SHARING GRANT DURING THE FISCAL YEAR.*To prohibit the Governor from making rescissions to towns' education cost-sharing grant during a fiscal year.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06133*1787*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STANDARDS AND A UNIFORM CURRICULUM FOR ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN CONNECTICUT.*To replace the existing curriculum frameworks and implement a uniform curriculum for adult education programs in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06134*1805*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING CERTAIN BOARDS OF EDUCATION TO TUITION-OUT ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS FOR THE PURPOSE OF REDUCING COSTS.*To afford school districts with diminishing student populations the option to voluntarily share services and reduce costs by allowing school districts to tuition-out their elementary and middle school students to other school districts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06135*1806*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING FINANCIAL RESOURCES FOR DISTRESSED MUNICIPALITIES THAT CHOOSE TO REGIONALIZE THEIR SCHOOL DISTRICTS.*To provide additional financial resources to towns that are distressed municipalities and that choose to regionalize their school districts.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06136*1831*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE PUBLISHING OF MASTERY EXAMINATION RESULTS.*To expand the reporting of mastery examination results.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06137*1835*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO INSTITUTE A CIVICS LITERACY ASSESSMENT FOR STUDENTS IN GRADE ELEVEN.*To permit school districts to institute a civics literacy assessment for students in grade eleven.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06138*1868*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LEARNING PODS.*To protect parents' rights to advance or supplement their children's education during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06139*1877*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO EVALUATE AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ENHANCE THE TEACHING OF CIVICS, CITIZENSHIP AND AMERICAN GOVERNMENT IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.*To establish the Connecticut Civics Education Task Force to review and improve civics education in Connecticut and develop guidelines, standards and curricula for that purpose.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06140*1885*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING ONE FULL YEAR OF CIVICS EDUCATION AS PART OF THE HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS.*To ensure that students have a basic understanding of civics before they graduate high school.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06141*1886*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING UPDATES TO THE STATUTE RELATING TO SCHOOL BUS MONITORING SYSTEMS.*To enhance student safety by making technical changes to the statute relating to school bus monitoring systems.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06142*1895*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING WATER BOTTLE FILLING STATIONS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.*To increase access to free, easily accessible and safe drinking water in public schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06143*1910*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A PROCESS TO SETTLE TUITION DISPUTES BETWEEN WINSTED AND THE GILBERT SCHOOL.*To establish a formal process to settle tuition disputes between the board of education for the town of Winsted and the Gilbert School.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06144*1926*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING THE REDUCTION OF THE MINIMUM BUDGET REQUIREMENT FOR ALLIANCE DISTRICTS.*To permit an alliance district to reduce its minimum budget requirement.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06145*1938*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING AWARENESS TO MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH RESOURCES AVAILABLE IN SCHOOL COMMUNITIES.*To provide students and their families with readily available access to mental and emotional health resources.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06146*1942*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INCLUSION OF MENTAL BREAK AND REST DAYS FOR STUDENTS IN THE SCHOOL CALENDAR.*To promote student mental health and recognize the role that rest plays in the well-being of students.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06147*1992*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DATE ON WHICH A CHILD MUST TURN FIVE YEARS OLD IN ORDER TO ENROLL IN KINDERGARTEN.*To provide a more consistent and appropriate cut-off date for kindergarten enrollment so that children are more prepared and ready to start school.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06148*2031*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CURSIVE WRITING INSTRUCTION FOR STUDENTS IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.*To ensure that all students receive the educational benefits of learning to write in cursive.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06149*1476*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE EPIDEMIC OF DOMESTIC DOG ATTACKS IN THE STATE.*To develop recommendations for legislation to address the epidemic of domestic dog attacks in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06150*2526*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A DATABASE OF HOMES AND WELLS DAMAGED BY SODIUM CHLORIDE RUN-OFF.*To make whole homeowners who have a well and home damaged by sodium chloride run-off.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06151*1741*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TAX STABILIZATION AGREEMENTS.*To create tax stabilization agreements.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06152*1936*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NOTICE ABOUT INTENDED WORK ON A PROPERTY TO OWNERS AND ABUTTING RESIDENTS.*To require telecommunications companies to provide notice about intended work on a property to owners and abutting residents.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06153*2007*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SOLAR GENERATION AND SOLAR POWER PROJECTS.*To facilitate solar generation and solar power projects in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06154*2018*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE PERCENTAGE OF TOTAL OUTPUT ATTRIBUTED TO CLASS III SOURCES.*To increase the percentage of total output that electric distribution companies and electric suppliers obtain from Class III sources.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06155*2030*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS THAT ARE STATE CONTRACTORS TO ADOPT A NET NEUTRALITY POLICY.*That the general statutes be amended to require Internet service providers that are state contractors to adopt a net neutrality policy.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06156*2038*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PREVENTING A CUMULATIVE INTERNET DATA USAGE CAP.*To prevent the institution of a cumulative Internet data usage cap.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06157*2042*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REGULATING RESIDENTIAL INTERNET SERVICE AS A PUBLIC UTILITY IN THE STATE.*To require the regulation of all residential Internet service as a public utility in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06158*2081*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CREDITS OR REIMBURSEMENTS TO CUSTOMERS OF ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION COMPANIES FOLLOWING SERVICE OUTAGES.*To entitle customers of electric distribution companies to a credit or reimbursement for food, medicine or other perishable items due to a service outage lasting more than forty-eight hours.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06159*2103*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ADOPTING THE FEDERAL REGISTER'S ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS FOR CERTAIN CONSUMER PRODUCTS.*To adopt the Federal Register's energy efficiency standards for consumer products.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06160*2178*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE VIRTUAL NET METERING PROGRAM.*To expand the virtual net metering program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06161*2181*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A TAX SAFE HARBOR FOR ORGANIZATIONS THAT ADOPT A WRITTEN CYBERSECURITY PLAN.*To create a tax safe harbor for business entities adopting a recognizable best practice cybersecurity plan.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06162*2203*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RESIDENTIAL NET METERING.*To create a residential net metering program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06163*2223*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A SUSTAINABLE CLIMATE ACTION PLAN.*To create a sustainable climate action plan.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06164*2231*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY AUTHORITY TO ADOPT REGULATIONS FOR NATURAL BARRIER PRESERVATION AND MAINTENANCE BY UTILITY COMPANIES.*To require the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority to adopt regulations requiring a utility company to preserve and maintain natural barriers between such company's facility and residential neighbors to such facility.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06165*2236*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING UTILITY COMPANIES TO MAINTAIN AND PRESERVE NATURAL BARRIERS.*To require a utility company to preserve and maintain natural barriers between such company's facility and residential neighbors to such facility.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06166*2316*2021*162*PB *AN ACT IDENTIFYING INTERNET CONNECTIVITY AS A BASIC HUMAN NEED.*To identify Internet connectivity as a basic human need.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06167*2379*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SOLAR PANEL RESOURCES FOR NEW RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION.*To require new residential construction to include solar panel resources.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06168*2420*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPANIES TO MODIFY THE PROCESS FOR MAKING TOLL CALLS.*To streamline the toll call process.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06169*2523*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE STATE'S DATA PRIVACY LAWS.*To establish a data privacy task force.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06170*1355*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PERSONAL INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR CERTAIN VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS.*To establish a personal income tax deduction for volunteer firefighters who receive a property tax abatement from a municipality pursuant to section 12-81w of the general statutes, in the amount of such abatement.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06171*1553*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TEMPORARY PERSONAL INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR ESSENTIAL OR FRONTLINE WORKERS WHO INCUR PRIVATE SCHOOL TUITION EXPENSES.*To establish a temporary, nonrefundable personal income tax credit for essential or frontline workers who incur private elementary or secondary school tuition expenses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06172*1748*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR BUILDING FACADE AND SITE IMPROVEMENTS IN NEW HAVEN.*To provide funding to the city of New Haven for renovations to building facades and other site improvements in the Hill and Fair Haven neighborhoods.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06173*1809*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING QUALIFYING INCOME THRESHOLDS FOR STATE SERVICES AND BENEFITS AND THE CLIFF EFFECT.*To establish, for any state service or benefit with a qualifying income threshold, income phase-outs to reduce or eliminate the cliff effect.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06174*1860*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS TO THE COMMUNITY CENTER BUILDING OF THE DANBURY WAR MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION, INC.*To provide funding to the Danbury War Memorial Association, Inc. for projects to bring the association's community center building, which is used as an emergency shelter and a voting place, into compliance with the State Building Code.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06175*1870*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING EDUCATIONAL ACCESS AND OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIPS.*To ensure that Connecticut students have access to the educational tools and environment that offers the best opportunity to succeed.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06176*1879*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INTERSTATE COMPACT TO PHASE OUT CORPORATE GIVEAWAYS.*To adopt the interstate compact to phase out corporate giveaways.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06177*1898*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE DESIGN AND PLANNING OF A WALKING TRAIL ADJACENT TO THE MARGERIE RESERVOIR IN NEW FAIRFIELD.*To provide funding for the design and planning of a walking trail adjacent to the Margerie Reservoir in New Fairfield.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06178*1925*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX CREDIT FOR BUSINESSES THAT EMPLOY INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL OR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.*To establish a tax credit for businesses that employ individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06179*1996*2021*162*PB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING CERTAIN RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE COMMISSION ON FISCAL STABILITY AND ECONOMIC GROWTH.*To adopt recommendations of the Commission on Fiscal Stability and Economic Growth that will put the state on a more stable fiscal path.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06180*2003*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INTEREST RATES FOR DELINQUENT STATE TAXES AND REPAYMENT OF OVERPAYMENTS.*To. require the Commissioner of Revenue Services to determine, for each fiscal year and in accordance with the federal funds rate, the rate of interest to be imposed on delinquent state taxes and to be paid by the Department of Revenue Services on the repayment of an overpayment of state taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06181*2062*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE AMOUNT OF THE CREDIT ALLOWED AGAINST THE AFFECTED BUSINESS ENTITY TAX.*To increase, for the first one million dollars of income subject to the affected business entity tax, the amount of the credit under section 12-699 of the general statutes to ninety-three and one-hundredths per cent.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06182*2084*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING SAFETY APPAREL FOR POLICE OFFICERS, FIREFIGHTERS AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PERSONNEL FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt safety apparel for police officers, firefighters and emergency medical services personnel from the sales and use taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06183*2095*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CREDIT FOR INCOME TAXES PAID TO OTHER STATES.*To prohibit the Department of Revenue Services from disallowing a credit claimed by a resident or part-year resident of this state pursuant to the provisions of section 12-704 of the general statutes solely because such resident or part-year resident was working from home in the state due to the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06184*2149*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX DEDUCTION FOR CERTAIN COMPANIES THAT LAID OFF AND REHIRED EMPLOYEES.*To establish, for companies with five hundred or fewer employees, a tax deduction of one thousand dollars for each employee who was laid off in the 2020 calendar year due to the COVID-19 pandemic and rehired by such company.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06185*2194*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PERSONAL INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT LOAN INTEREST PAID.*To establish a personal income tax deduction for the amount of undergraduate student loan interest paid by the taxpayer.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06186*2210*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPEDITING THE ALIGNMENT DATE OF THE STATE AND FEDERAL ESTATE TAX THRESHOLDS.*To expedite the alignment date of the state and federal taxable estate thresholds for imposition of the estate tax.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06187*2354*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RESTRUCTURING OF CERTAIN TAXES AND TAX EQUITY.*To restructure certain taxes to assist in the economic recovery of all state residents and require the Labor Commissioner to make a one-time direct payment of five hundred dollars to individuals who experienced economic hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic and received unemployment compensation benefits between March 15, 2020, and December 31, 2020, inclusive.*0*0*1*0*0*3***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06188*2359*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING ALL RETIREMENT INCOME FROM THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX.*To exempt all retirement income from the personal income tax.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06189*2370*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TAX ON ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE PRODUCTS.*To impose the tax on electronic cigarette products in the same manner as on other tobacco products.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06190*2397*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR ATHLETIC FIELDS AND FACILITIES IN GROTON.*To provide funding for athletic fields and athletic field facilities in Groton.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06191*2417*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX CREDIT FOR FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERS WHO PURCHASE BLIGHTED DWELLINGS.*To establish a tax credit for a first-time home buyer who purchases a blighted dwelling to repair or renovate.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06192*2482*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR CONSTRUCTION AND EXPANSION OF FACILITIES BY THE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER, INC. IN MIDDLETOWN.*To provide funding for the Community Health Center, Inc. in Middletown to construct and expand facilities for technology and training.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06193*5577*2021*162*CB *AN ACT SUBJECTING CERTAIN NONSTATE ENTITIES THAT SERVE A GOVERNMENTAL FUNCTION TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT AND THE CODES OF ETHICS.*To subject certain nonstate entities that serve a governmental function to the Freedom of Information Act and the codes of ethics.*0*0*0*1*0*3*364**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06194*5578*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND OVERSIGHT OF QUASI-PUBLIC AGENCY CONTRACTS.*To create transparency in the awarding of quasi-public agency contracts by requiring them to be subject to competitive bidding and subject to oversight by the State Contracting Standards Board.*0*0*0*1*0*18*365**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06195*1446*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE NONDISCLOSURE OF RESIDENTIAL ADDRESSES OF ATTORNEY GENERAL EMPLOYEES.*To protect the confidentiality of certain residential addresses from public disclosure.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06196*1542*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A MUNICIPAL ELECTION MONITOR.*To employ an election monitor for both the municipal election in 2021 and the state election in 2022 in any municipality with a population of at least one hundred forty thousand.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06197*1625*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE UTILIZATION OF BUILDINGS OCCUPIED BY EXECUTIVE BRANCH AGENCIES.*To require the Office of Policy and Management to include in the inventories of state real property the number of state employees per square foot in buildings occupied by executive branch agencies.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06198*1626*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING UNOPPOSED CANDIDATES FROM RECEIVING GRANTS UNDER THE CITIZENS' ELECTION PROGRAM.*To ensure that the Citizens' Election Program is used only for opposed candidates.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06199*1650*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MEMBERSHIP OF TASK FORCES.*To impose certain requirements on the membership of task forces.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06200*1676*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LOBBYIST MEETINGS WITH LEGISLATORS.*To require registered lobbyists to post the names of legislators they met with on a daily basis.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06201*1854*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INTERIM APPOINTMENT OF DEPARTMENT HEADS.*To delegate to the Executive and Legislative Nominations Committee the same power to approve interim appointments of department heads as the Judiciary Committee has for judges.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06202*1873*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STATE CONSTRUCTION SUBCONTRACTS.*To apply the requirements concerning subcontracts to certain classes of work.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06203*5527*2021*162*CB *AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN RECORDS CONCERNING NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURAL KNOWLEDGE FROM PUBLIC DISCLOSURE UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.*To facilitate the repatriation of Native American remains and artifacts by enabling state institutions to keep confidential any records provided as evidence that ancestral remains or artifacts were affiliated with a particular tribe.*0*0*0*0*0*2*335**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06204*1988*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING AN ANNUAL STATE AUDIT CONCERNING THE EFFECTIVENESS AND EFFICIENCY OF STATE PROGRAMS.*To require an annual state audit to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of state programs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06205*4907*2021*162*CB *AN ACT REVISING CERTAIN ABSENTEE VOTING STATUTES.*To revise certain absentee voting statutes to more closely align the language thereof with that of related state constitutional provisions.*0*0*0*0*0*3***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06206*2069*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING POLLING PLACES AT INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To establish polling places for use during elections on college and university campuses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06207*4905*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING DESIGNATION OF POLLING PLACES.*To require a public hearing and a vote of the legislative body prior to any move of polling places from one election to the next.*0*0*0*0*0*6***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06208*2088*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN ELECTIONEERING COMMUNICATIONS.*To prohibit certain electioneering communications intending to deceive voters and influence electoral outcomes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06209*4960*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING JUNETEENTH INDEPENDENCE DAY AS A LEGAL HOLIDAY.*To establish Juneteenth Independence Day as a legal holiday.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06210*2294*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CHANGING STATUTORY REFERENCES FROM COLUMBUS DAY TO INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY.*To change any statutory references from Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples' Day.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06211*5601*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING GENDER AND RACIAL DIVERSITY ON CERTAIN STATE APPOINTIVE BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND COUNCILS AND AN ONLINE SYSTEM FOR CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS WITHIN THE LEGISLATIVE DEPARTMENT.*To (1) achieve gender and racial diversity on certain state appointive boards, commissions, committees and councils that reflects the population of the state, and (2) create an online system for consideration of appointments within the Legislative Department.*0*0*0*1*0*4*366**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06212*4424*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONFIDENTIALITY OF THE RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS OF CERTAIN PROTECTED PERSONS IN ONLINE MUNICIPAL RECORDS.*To require municipalities to redact the residential address of program participants from any online version of municipal records.*0*0*0*0*0*6***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06213*1015*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING QUALIFYING CAREGIVERS AND PALLIATIVE USE OF MARIJUANA REGISTRATION FEES.*To only require qualifying patients issued a written certification for the palliative use of marijuana to pay the Department of Consumer Protection registration fee, and to waive such fee for qualifying caregivers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06214*1692*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CASH REFUNDS FOR THE BALANCE OF A GIFT CARD.*To increase the minimum balance amount for which a consumer using a gift card may request a cash refund.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06215*1693*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CASH REFUNDS FOR THE BALANCE OF A GIFT CARD.*To increase the minimum balance amount for which a consumer using a gift card may request a cash refund.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06216*1819*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MOTOR VEHICLE OWNERS' AND SMALL BUSINESSES' RIGHT TO REPAIR.*To protect the rights of motor vehicle owners and small businesses regarding the repair of motor vehicles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06217*4314*2021*162*CB *AN ACT INCREASING TRANSPARENCY FOR CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS.*To require charitable organizations to disclose their registration numbers and certain financial information when soliciting funds.*0*0*0*0*0*6*127**2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06218*1892*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING SMALL FARMS TO SELL THEIR PRODUCTS AT WHOLESALE OR BY CONSIGNMENT TO OTHER FARM STORES OR FARMERS' MARKETS.*To allow small farms to sell their products at wholesale or by consignment to other farm stores or farmers' markets.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06219*1903*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING GROCERY STORES AND THE SALE OF WINE.*To allow the sale of wine by holders of a grocery store beer permit and expand the availability of grocery store permits to convenience stores and gas stations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06220*1907*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MOTOR VEHICLE GLASS REPAIR SHOPS.*To require motor vehicle glass repair shops to maintain physical places of business within the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06221*2029*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LIQUOR PERMITS FOR OUTDOOR VENUES.*To allow for the full service of alcoholic beverages at seasonal outdoor venues in response to the demand for such venues during the COVID-19 public health emergency and beyond.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06222*2035*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CRAFT CAFES.*To allow Connecticut craft cafes with outdoor seating to safely operate during the COVID-19 public health emergency and beyond without the requirement to serve a substantial meal.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06223*2086*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A FRAMEWORK FOR MOTOR VEHICLE FINANCIAL PROTECTION PRODUCTS AND EXTENDED WARRANTIES.*To develop a legislative framework for motor vehicle financial protection products and extended warranties.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06224*2098*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROMOTING DRUG PRICE TRANSPARENCY.*To promote drug price transparency.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06225*2099*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MEALS AT ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR ESTABLISHMENTS THAT SERVE BEER.*To allow patrons, during normal business hours, to either purchase meals at or bring meals to permit premises of establishments that serve beer to the public.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06226*2168*2021*162*PB *AN ACT UPDATING AUTOMOBILE DEALER FRANCHISE LAW.*To update automobile dealer franchise law.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06227*2933*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY WORK-BASED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES IN INDUSTRIES WITH A HIRING NEED IN THE STATE.*To establish a task force to identify high-growth, high-demand jobs and analyze the implementation and creation of partnerships that provide apprenticeship opportunities for such jobs.*0*0*0*0*0*4***2021-02-08 00:00:00*2021-02-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB06228*3786*2021*162*CB *AN ACT PROHIBITING INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION FROM INQUIRING ABOUT A PROSPECTIVE STUDENT'S CRIMINAL HISTORY DURING THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS AND ESTABLISHING A PRISON EDUCATION PROGRAM OFFICE.*To prohibit institutions of higher education from inquiring about a prospective student's criminal history during the admissions process and to establish a Prison Education Program Office to facilitate prison education programs at correctional facilities.*0*0*0*1*0*4*99**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06229*3788*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ADDRESSING THE NEEDS OF FOOD-INSECURE STUDENTS AT PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To require public institutions of higher education to assess and address food insecurity among students and to increase access to the supplemental nutrition assistance program by eligible students at institutions of higher education.*0*0*0*1*0*4*140**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06230*1761*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ADDING ADDITIONAL STUDENT MEMBERS TO THE BOARD OF REGENTS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION.*To add two additional student advisory committee members to the Board of Regents for Higher Education.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06231*4935*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH INSURANCE BENEFITS FOR PART-TIME FACULTY EMPLOYED BY THE CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM.*To require health insurance benefits for the part-time faculty employed by the Connecticut State University System who have taught not less than ninety credit hours during the preceding five years.*0*0*0*1*0*2*232**2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HB06232*1927*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STUDENT LOAN INTEREST RATES AND CONSOLIDATION.*To allow for lower interest rates and consolidation of student loans.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06233*1952*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A STUDENT LOAN REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR GRADUATES WHO START A BUSINESS OR WORK IN A HIGH-GROWTH INDUSTRY IN THE STATE.*To establish a student loan reimbursement program for graduates of institutions of higher education who start a business or work in a high-growth industry in the state for not less than five years.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06234*1979*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS.*To establish a grant program to allow state residents to participate in agricultural education programs through partnerships between institutions of higher education and local farms.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06235*5075*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE "LEARN HERE, HEAL HERE" PROGRAM.*To establish a "Learn Here, Heal Here" program to provide a tax rebate to psychiatrists who work in the state to purchase their first home in the state within ten years of graduation from medical school.*0*0*0*1*0*5*252**2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HB06236*5507*2021*162*CB *AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN INFORMATION CONCERNING CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS FROM PUBLIC DISCLOSURE UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.*To exempt records provided to and documents prepared by a public institution of higher education concerning the concentration of pyrrhotite in concrete foundations in residential buildings.*0*0*0*0*0*9*253**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06237*1710*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING CERTAIN SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE BENEFICIARIES TO USE ELECTRONIC BENEFIT TRANSFER CARDS AT PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS.*To authorize the use of electronic benefit transfer cards at participating restaurants by supplemental nutrition assistance beneficiaries who are elderly, homeless or have disabilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06238*2381*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROVIDING MEDICAID COVERAGE FOR CERTIFIED DIETITIAN-NUTRITIONISTS.*To help reduce the death rate from nutrition-related chronic diseases exacerbated by food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06239*4724*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOUSING FUNDING ALLOCATION AND SEGREGATION.*To require the Department of Housing to gather data that can be used to determine whether its housing programs affect economic and racial segregation.*0*0*0*0*0*2*113**2021-03-08 00:00:00*2021-03-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB06240*4076*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES FOR STATE HOUSING AUTHORITY PROPERTIES.*To provide municipalities with payment in lieu of taxes for state housing authority properties.*0*0*0*0*0*3***2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB06241*1169*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PULSE OXIMETERS, INDIVIDUALS OF COLOR AND HEALTH INSURANCE.*To reduce racial health disparities.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06242*1944*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING HEALTH INSURERS FROM USING A DOLLARS-PER-QUALITY ADJUSTED LIFE YEAR OR ANY SIMILAR MEASURE AS A THRESHOLD.*To provide that no insurer, health care center, fraternal benefit society, hospital service corporation, medical service corporation or other entity that delivers, issues for delivery, renews, amends or continues a health insurance policy in this state shall use a dollars-per-quality adjusted life year, or any similar measure, as a threshold to determining whether such insurer, center, society, corporation or entity will cover or recommend a health care service or establish or modify an incentive or reimbursement program.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06243*1948*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOME HEALTH CARE FOR VETERANS.*To require the state to work with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs and insurers to provide greater coverage for home health care for veterans.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06244*1955*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING CERTAIN HEALTH CARRIERS AND PHARMACY BENEFITS MANAGERS FROM EMPLOYING COPAY ACCUMULATOR PROGRAMS.*To require certain health carriers and pharmacy benefits managers to give credit for payments made by third parties for the amount of, or any portion of the amount of, an insured's or enrollee's cost-sharing liability for a covered benefit.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06245*2036*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE PREMIUM RATE INCREASES.*To require insurers that file rate increases of twenty per cent or more for long-term care insurance policies to spread such increases over not less than five years.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06246*2090*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING EXPLANATIONS OF BENEFITS.*To: (1) Require health insurers that deliver, issue for delivery, renew, amend or continue certain health insurance policies in this state to (A) issue explanations of benefits to consumers in certain circumstances, and (B) disclose information concerning explanations of benefits to consumers; and (2) require that explanations of benefits be maintained as confidential in certain circumstances.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06247*2120*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PUBLIC OPTIONS FOR HEALTH CARE IN CONNECTICUT.*To: (1) Establish the ConnectHealth Program, the ConnectHealth Trust Account and the ConnectHealth Advisory Board; (2) require the Comptroller, in consultation with the ConnectHealth Advisory Board and the Office of Health Strategy, to establish the ConnectHealth Plan; (3) authorize the Comptroller to offer coverage to plan participants and beneficiaries in this state under a multiemployer plan, nonprofit employers and their employees, and small employers and their employees; and (4) require the Commissioner of Social Services to seek to amend the federal waiver for the state-wide dental plan that provides for the administration of the dental services portion of the department's medical assistance to expand coverage to include additional individuals in this state.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06248*2131*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING INSURANCE COMPANIES FROM USING CREDIT HISTORY AS A FACTOR IN UNDERWRITING OR RATING PRIVATE PASSENGER NONFLEET AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE POLICIES.*To prohibit insurance companies from using an applicant's or insured's credit history as a factor in underwriting or rating private passenger nonfleet automobile insurance policies.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06249*2136*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TELEHEALTH.*To expand: (1) The list of providers who may provide, and permitted scope of, telehealth services; and (2) required health insurance coverage for telehealth services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06250*2201*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR COCHLEAR IMPLANT SURGERY.*To require individual and group health insurance policies to provide coverage for cochlear implant surgery for certain individuals diagnosed with hearing loss.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06251*1102*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ANIMAL ABUSE BY REPEAT OFFENDERS.*To prevent further animal abuse by repeat offenders, to decrease the number of animal abuse cases that result in dismissal and to require thorough evaluation of offenders of animal abuse crimes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06252*1499*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PUNISHMENT FOR MURDER RESULTING FROM AN ACT OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.*To cause a person who commits murder resulting from an act of domestic violence to serve a life sentence without an opportunity for release.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06253*1500*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PENALTY FOR RISK OF INJURY TO A CHILD.*To protect children by increasing the penalty for risk of injury to a child.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06254*1503*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REPAYMENT OF THE COSTS OF INCARCERATION.*To allow formerly incarcerated persons to keep their inheritance, property, lawsuit proceeds and lottery winnings after incarceration, rather than reimburse the state for costs associated with such term of incarceration.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06255*1506*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CRIMINAL RECORD EXPUNGEMENT FOR CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS.*To provide for a person to apply for and receive an automatic expungement of such person's criminal record in the case of misdemeanors or felony drug offenses if such person has been released from incarceration for ten years or longer without a subsequent conviction.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06256*1669*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TRANSFER OF ASSAULT WEAPONS AND LARGE CAPACITY MAGAZINES.*To allow the legal transfer of an assault weapon possessed under a certificate of possession and large capacity magazines possessed under a declaration of possession between people who already legally possess such weapons or magazines.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06257*1670*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TARGET PISTOLS DESIGNED FOR USE IN THE OLYMPIC GAMES.*To exclude from the definition of "assault weapon" any rimfire target pistols that are designed for use in target shooting events at the Olympic games.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06258*1749*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MOST EFFECTIVE USE OF PRETRIAL DIVERSIONARY PROGRAMS.*To most effectively use pretrial diversionary programs and decrease the chances that the criminal justice system will affect arrested persons beyond the reason for which they were arrested.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06259*1751*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE UNLAWFUL DISCHARGE OF A FIREARM.*To curb the number of shootings in inner cities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06260*1779*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROTECTING REFEREES.*To protect officials from assault or attack.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06261*1821*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PARENTING TIME.*To change the language in title 46b of the general statutes to reflect that parents have "parenting time" with their children as opposed to "visiting" their children.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06262*1840*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COSTS OF TELEPHONE CALLS BY INCARCERATED PERSONS.*To enable incarcerated persons to remain connected to family and friends.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06263*1862*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN INFORMATION CONCERNING CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS FROM PUBLIC DISCLOSURE UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.*To exempt records provided to and documents prepared by a public institution of higher education concerning the concentration of pyrrhotite in concrete foundations in residential buildings.*0*0*1*0*0*9***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06264*1897*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CAR THEFT AND BREAK-INS BY JUVENILES.*To address the increase in auto theft and break-ins by juveniles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06265*1916*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COURT AUTHORITY TO ENTER AN ORDER OF SUPPORT FOR AN ADULT CHILD WHO IS TWENTY-ONE OR OLDER AND HAS AN INTELLECTUAL, MENTAL OR PHYSICAL DISABILITY.*To allow a judge to order support for an individual beyond the age of twenty-one who has disabilities and resides with and is principally dependent on a parent.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06266*1957*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SCHEDULING OF COURT HEARINGS FOR CERTAIN FAMILY RELATIONS MATTERS.*To avoid a party from attempting to delay proceedings to the disadvantage and cost of another party with respect to pendente lite alimony and support proceedings.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06267*2215*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY RACIAL INEQUITY AND INEQUALITY.*To establish a task force to study current and historical racial inequity and inequality.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06268*1666*2021*162*PB *AN ACT STOPPING FURTHER INCREASES IN THE MINIMUM WAGE AND REDUCING THE MINIMUM WAGE FOR MINORS.*To promote a more pro-growth economic environment and to increase the employment rate of entry-level workers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06269*1682*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING EMPLOYERS FROM TAKING ADVERSE ACTION AGAINST AN EMPLOYEE FOR DECLINING A VACCINE.*To prohibit employers from taking adverse action against an employee for declining a vaccine.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06270*1688*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DISCLOSURE OF SALARY RANGES FOR A VACANT POSITION.*To require employers to disclose salary ranges for vacant positions and to provide comparable pay for comparable work.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06271*1730*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE PREVAILING WAGE THRESHOLD FOR REMODELING AND RENOVATION.*To increase the prevailing wage threshold for certain public works projects.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06272*1737*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RAISING THE PREVAILING WAGE FOR CERTAIN RENOVATION PROJECTS.*To raise the prevailing wage on renovation projects to one million dollars if there are multiple trades working on the project.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06273*1754*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING NOTICE OF AN EMPLOYEE'S RIGHT TO CHOOSE NOT TO BE A MEMBER OF A UNION.*To provide clear notice of an employee's right to choose not to be a member of a union.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06274*1777*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CLASSIFYING PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATORS AND DISPATCHERS AS FIRST RESPONDERS.*To classify public safety telecommunicators and dispatchers as first responders.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06275*1811*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SEATING FOR RETAIL CASHIERS.*To require employers to provide seating for retail cashiers, upon request.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06276*1876*2021*162*PB *AN ACT MAKING COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS SUBORDINATE TO STATE AND MUNICIPAL LAWS.*To promote transparency and accountability by making collective bargaining agreements subordinate to state and municipal laws.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06277*1920*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE TIMELINE FOR PERMANENT PARTIAL DISABILITY BENEFITS .*To expand the permanent partial disability benefits timeline.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06278*1922*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING WORKERS' COMPENSATION COVERAGE FOR CERTAIN FIRST RESPONDERS AND OTHER PERSONNEL.*To expand workers' compensation coverage for additional first responders and other personnel suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06279*1923*2021*162*PB *AN ACT MAKING FIRST RESPONDER DIVE TEAMS AND CANINE SEARCH AND RESCUE PERSONNEL ELIGIBLE FOR WORKERS' COMPENSATION BENEFITS.*To provide workers' compensation coverage for first responder dive teams and canine rescue personnel.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06280*1929*2021*162*PB *AN ACT LIMITING WAGE INCREASES IN ARBITRATION AWARDS..*To amend the collective bargaining statutes to limit binding arbitration awards to not more than the Consumer Price Index.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06281*1931*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL BINDING ARBITRATION.*To reform the process of municipal binding arbitration.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06282*1932*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING EMPLOYERS TO REPORT INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS TO THE STATE DIRECTORY OF NEW HIRES.*To expand access to information to aid in the creation and enforcement of child support orders.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06283*1964*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE INCLUSION OF SELF-EMPLOYED WORKERS IN THE UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE PROGRAM.*To create a task force to study the inclusion of self-employed workers in the unemployment insurance program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06284*2097*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE AGE LIMIT OF CERTAIN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY JOB TRAINING PROGRAMS.*To enable unemployed workers over forty years old to retrain as information technology workers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06285*2102*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NONCOMPETE AGREEMENTS.*To establish statutory standards for reasonable noncompete agreements.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06286*2109*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PREFERENCE FOR SUPPLIER DIVERSITY PROGRAM BUSINESSES IN AWARDING STATE CONTRACTS.*To establish preferences in awarding state contracts to businesses participating in the supplier diversity program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06287*1790*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ADOPTING FAIR SHARE PLANNING AND ZONING.*To adopt several policies regarding state and municipal planning to address regional affordable housing needs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06288*2085*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PUBLICATION OF MUNICIPAL LEGAL NOTICES.*To authorize municipalities to post legal notices on municipal Internet web sites in lieu of publication in newspapers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06289*2451*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES.*To establish a threshold for the percentage of municipal employees that reside where they work.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06290*2499*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT BOARD TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE.*To establish a technical assistance group for municipal employee retirement boards.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06291*1607*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF THE ADEQUACY OF CERTAIN NOTICE PROVIDED TO MOTHERS OF STILLBORN FETUSES.*To require the Department of Public Health to study the adequacy of the notice hospitals provide to mothers of stillborn fetuses of their right to arrange for burial or cremation of such fetuses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06292*1608*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HOSPITALS TO INFORM MOTHERS OF A STILLBORN FETUS OF THEIR RIGHT TO ARRANGE FOR BURIAL OR CREMATION OF THE FETUS.*To require hospitals to inform mothers of stillborn fetuses of the right to arrange for burial or cremation of the fetuses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06293*1758*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING PARENTAL NOTIFICATION PRIOR TO THE TERMINATION OF A PREGNANCY BY A MINOR.*To ensure that the best interests of a minor are protected when facing an unplanned pregnancy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06294*1769*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING LICENSURE FOR MUSIC THERAPISTS IN CONNECTICUT.*To establish licensure for music therapists in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06295*1800*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SEPSIS DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT.*To develop state-wide, evidence-based procedures for the early diagnosis and treatment of sepsis.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06296*1843*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF PSILOCYBIN.*To establish a task force to study the health benefits of psilocybin.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06297*1900*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING SLEEP TECHNICIANS TO ADMINISTER OXYGEN.*To permit sleep technicians to administer oxygen under the direction of a physician.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06298*1913*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESSIBILITY OF MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT.*To require medical diagnostic equipment purchased by health care facilities to meet technical standards for accessibility by persons with disabilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06299*1962*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SOCIAL MEDIA SAFETY AND AWARENESS WEEK.*To establish a Social Media Safety and Awareness Week.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06300*1471*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROHIBITION ON EMPLOYMENT OF POLICE OFFICERS WHO WERE TERMINATED FOR OR RESIGNED OR RETIRED WHILE UNDER INVESTIGATION FOR CERTAIN CONDUCT.*To grant due process protections and the opportunity for relief from the prohibition on future employment as a police officer to officers who were previously terminated, or who resigned or retired while under investigation, for malfeasance or other serious misconduct calling into question such person's fitness to serve as a police officer.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06301*1782*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING SPORTS WAGERING, INTERNET GAMING, INTERNET LOTTERY AND INTERNET KENO IN THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT.*To allow for sports wagering, internet gaming, internet lottery and internet keno in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06302*5375*2021*162*CB *AN ACT STUDYING THE CONSOLIDATION OF PUBLIC SAFETY ANSWERING POINTS.*To (1) provide incentives for public safety answering points to consolidate and (2) establish a working group to study the consolidation of public safety answering points.*0*0*0*1*0*16*294**2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HB06303*1909*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING CERTAIN STATE BUILDINGS TO BE ACCESSIBLE TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.*To ensure that state buildings being renovated or buildings being leased to the state are accessible to persons with disabilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06304*1914*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING JUST CAUSE DISMISSALS FOR MUNICIPAL FIRE CHIEFS.*To prohibit a municipality from dismissing a fire chief without just cause.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06305*1934*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SANDY HOOK WORKERS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM AND FUND.*To (1) eliminate time restrictions on requests for assistance from the Sandy Hook Workers Assistance program, (2) seek to recover funds from a charitable trust or entity currently operating the program, (3) require additional reports to the General Assembly on the fund's operation, and (4) provide a mechanism for future transfers of the fund to a charitable trust or entity.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06306*1947*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING 9-1-1 DISPATCHERS.*To allow 9-1-1 dispatchers to have the same benefits and access to resources as other first responders.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06307*1967*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AUTOMATIC ENROLLMENT IN THE CONNECTICUT EMERGENCY ALERTING AND NOTIFICATION SYSTEM.*To improve community awareness of and response to emergencies and reduce abuse of the emergency system.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06308*2027*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORDS CHECK FEES AND VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS.*To waive fees associated with conducting criminal history records checks on volunteer firefighters during the hiring process.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06309*2193*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LAW ENFORCEMENT UNIT ACCREDITATION AND STANDARDS.*To allow law enforcement units to comply with accreditation standards in a manner that is cost efficient to municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06310*1775*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A TRANSPARENT RANKING AND RATING FOR TRANSPORTATION CAPITAL PROJECTS.*To create a methodology to rank and rate transportation capital projects and use the ranking to ensure transportation capital is allocated to the most useful projects without political interference.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06311*1828*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONCESSION AGREEMENT FOR HIGHWAY SERVICES.*To prevent gasoline zone pricing at service plazas owned by the state when the concession agreement for highway services is renewed.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06312*1856*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A COMPREHENSIVE SAFETY INSPECTION OF A USED MOTOR VEHICLE.*To protect the consumer from unsafe used cars and ensure transparency and public safety with regards to used car sales.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06313*2198*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE UTILIZATION OF THE SAFE HARBOR RATES FOR SMALL ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICE FIRMS.*To give small engineering design service firms the opportunity to be considered for projects undertaken by the Department of Transportation and allow the department to save money on smaller projects.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06314*1593*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING THE TIME PERIOD FOR VETERANS TO APPLY FOR MILITARY TRAINING EVALUATION.*To extend the time period to five years for veterans to apply for military training evaluation to the Labor Department.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06315*1599*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE AMOUNT OF A PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION OF CERTAIN VETERANS.*To increase the property tax exemption amount for certain veterans to five thousand dollars.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06316*4575*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE EVALUATION OF MILITARY TRAINING EVALUATION APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT.*To require the Labor Commissioner, the Commissioner of Veterans Affairs and the Commissioner of Consumer Protection, or the commissioners' designees, to jointly evaluate military training applications to the Labor Department's program of apprenticeship training.*0*0*0*1*0*3*186**2021-03-08 00:00:00*2021-03-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB06317*2594*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PROHIBITING DISCHARGES FROM NURSING HOMES AND RESIDENTIAL CARE HOMES TO TEMPORARY OR UNSTABLE HOUSING.*To prohibit nursing homes and residential care homes from discharging residents to temporary or unstable housing situations.*0*1*0*1*0*10*213**2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06318*2592*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SERVICE ANIMALS.*To align state law with federal law concerning service animals and raise public awareness regarding rights and responsibilities of owners of service, emotional support and therapy animals.*0*1*0*1*0*15*118**2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06319*2591*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PAYMENT RECOVERIES AND INCENTIVES UNDER PUBLIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS.*To notify family members of deceased persons when the state is claiming their estates for public assistance debt and make permanent a pilot incentive program for providers who deliver public assistance for less than the contracted amount of payment.*0*1*0*1*0*3*52**2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06320*2595*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER ADVISORY COUNCIL.*To add a greater voice for persons with autism spectrum disorder and their families on an advisory council.*0*1*0*1*0*2*53**2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06321*1755*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ADOPTION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CONNECTICUT PARENTAGE ACT.*To adopt and implement the Connecticut Parentage Act.*0*1*0*1*0*127*336**2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HB06322*2169*2021*162*PB *AN ACT APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR BILINGUAL EDUCATION.*To provide additional educational resources to a growing bilingual student population in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06323*4518*2021*162*CB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE BANKING COMMISSIONER TO UPDATE A REPORT ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A STATE-OWNED BANK.*To require the Banking Commissioner to update a report on the establishment of a state-owned bank to address new developments concerning state-owned banks and bankers' banks.*0*0*0*0*0*2*84**2021-03-05 00:00:00*2021-03-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB06324*1978*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PERMITTED RECREATION ON PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY STORAGE OR DISTRIBUTION RESERVOIRS.*To require community engagement and consensus prior to any change in the rules adopted for permitted recreation on public water supply storage or distribution reservoirs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06325*4990*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SECRETARY OF THE STATE, ABSENTEE BALLOTS AND ELECTION AUDITS.*To (1) require the Secretary of the State to report on certain election laws modified or suspended for any primary or election held in 2020 or 2021, (2) require any declaratory ruling, instruction, opinion or order of the Secretary to be adopted as a regulation and submitted to the Legislative Regulation Review Committee, (3) prohibit the unsolicited mailing of absentee ballots by certain election officials, (4) provide state-wide consistency regarding pre-election day processing of absentee ballots whenever authorized and prohibit registrars of voters from contacting voters for the purpose of curing unsigned absentee ballots, (5) require the Secretary to establish a pilot program from the verification of signatures on returned absentee ballot envelopes, (6) require that absentee ballot applications contain a statement regarding penalties for noncompliance with certain provisions, (7) establish a task force to study the feasibility of single-envelope returns of absentee ballots, (8) establish a working group to examine risk-limiting audits of election results, and (9) change the deadline by which minor parties need to file their rules with the Secretary prior to nominating candidates for office.*0*0*0*1*0*14*367**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06326*1896*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ANNUAL CANVASS OF ELECTORS.*To require the Secretary of the State to complete the annual canvass of residences in municipalities and prohibit the Secretary from mailing absentee ballots to any elector not confirmed from such canvass.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06327*4481*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO TOTAL COST BASIS CONSTRUCTION STATE CONTRACTS.*To not require the approval of the State Properties Review Board for certain amendments to total cost basis construction contracts.*0*0*0*0*0*3***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06328*2089*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A FINE FOR NOT VOTING AT AN ELECTION.*To impose a fifteen-dollar fine for not voting at an election.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06329*2091*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AN OPPORTUNITY TO CURE FOR ABSENTEE BALLOTS.*To require local election officials to notify an elector in the event of a signature defect with such elector's returned absentee ballot so that such elector can cure such defect and such ballot may be cast.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06330*2130*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND THE VOTER REGISTRY LIST.*To allow victims of domestic violence to omit their residential address information from voter registry lists.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06331*2398*2021*162*PB *AN ACT GIVING PREFERENCE TO IN-STATE MAJOR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS.*To prioritize Connecticut companies and workers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06332*2299*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO IDENTIFY OCCUPATIONAL LICENSES THAT ARE PURELY FEE-BASED.*To establish a task force to identify occupational licenses that are purely fee-based.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06333*2410*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REGULATING THE PREPARATION, DISTRIBUTION AND SALE OF KRATOM-BASED PRODUCTS.*To regulate the preparation, distribution and sale of kratom-based products.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06334*2022*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROVIDING MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TO LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS REGARDLESS OF IMMIGRATION STATUS.*To provide medical assistance to low-income residents regardless of immigration status.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06335*704*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ENCOURAGING HOMEOWNERSHIP.*To encourage homeownership.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06336*1939*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT HEALTH INSURANCE EXCHANGE AND HEALTH COVERAGE OFFERED BY SMALL BUSINESSES.*To require the Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange to apply the advance premium tax credit for small businesses on a quarterly basis in accordance with an existing tax schedule.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06337*2140*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING BALANCE BILLING AND PROVIDING ADDITIONAL PROTECTION TO HEALTH CARE CONSUMERS.*To: (1) Prohibit certain out-of-network health care providers from engaging in balance billing; and (2) provide additional consumer protections to health care consumers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06338*2374*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STATE LIENS AGAINST THE PROCEEDS OF CAUSES OF ACTION OF PERSONS WHO WERE INCARCERATED.*To change the provisions authorizing the state to impose a lien against the proceeds of a cause of action of persons who were incarcerated to lessen the amount claimed by the state and shorten the applicable time frame.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06339*2143*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RAISING THE MINIMUM WAGE IN CONNECTICUT.*To raise the minimum wage in Connecticut to keep up with productivity growth.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06340*2161*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY OPERATORS.*To provide funding for on-the-job training of wastewater treatment facility operators.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06341*2173*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING SMALL BUSINESSES FROM PREVAILING WAGE REQUIREMENTS.*To exempt small businesses from prevailing wage requirements, to create an equal playing field for new entrants and small participants.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06342*2328*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING DOMESTIC WORKERS.*To expand the application of various labor laws to domestic workers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06343*5881*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF GIG WORKERS.*To require the Labor Commissioner to conduct a study of gig workers and make recommendations for legislation concerning the classification of such employees.*0*0*0*1*0*2*314**2021-03-23 00:00:00*2021-03-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06344*5726*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE OFFICE OF THE UNEMPLOYED WORKERS' ADVOCATE.*To establish the Office of the Unemployed Workers' Advocate.*0*0*0*0*0*3*320**2021-03-23 00:00:00*2021-03-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06345*2401*2021*162*PB *AN ACT GRANTING TEMPORARY UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS TO CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS DURING A COVID-19 RELATED PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY.*To allow individuals who are disqualified from accessing unemployment benefits because of such individuals' debt to the state to be temporarily granted such benefits during a COVID-19 related public health emergency.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06346*2430*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REGARDING STAFF PAYMENT PROCEDURES IN NURSING HOME FACILITIES.*To provide incentives for staff to work in a single nursing home facility.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06347*2437*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NURSING HOME EMPLOYEES WHO BECOME INFECTED WITH CONTAGIOUS DISEASES.*To offer sick time and financial support to nursing home staff who become sick after they have exhausted their current benefits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06348*2500*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING THE TIP CREDIT AND THE USE OF FEDERAL MINIMUM WAGE EXEMPTIONS FOR EMPLOYERS OF DISABLED PERSONS.*To eliminate the tip credit and to eliminate the use of federal minimum wage exemptions for employers of disabled persons.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06349*1950*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING DISTRICT GRAND LISTS.*To allow districts to include certain property, that is otherwise exempt from taxation, as taxable property on their grand lists.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06350*1971*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RESOURCES FOR BUILDING OFFICIALS.*To facilitate at a regional level the sharing of resources and information among building officials.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06351*2037*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO PUBLIC BEACHES.*To prohibit municipalities and other local units of government from limiting the access of certain individuals to public beaches.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06352*2485*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE REGISTRATION OF MOTOR SCOOTERS.*To assist the police in tracking scooters by requiring an operator of a scooter to register such scooter with the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06353*1700*2021*162*RB *AN ACT INCREASING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR GRANDPARENTS AND OTHER NONPARENT RELATIVES RAISING CERTAIN CHILDREN.*To reduce the financial burdens on grandparents and other nonparent relatives raising certain children.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06354*1701*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RENTERS' REBATE PROGRAM FOR SENIOR CITIZENS AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.*To reduce obstacles for senior citizens and persons with disabilities to apply for rental assistance.*0*1*0*0*0*2*44**2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06355*2682*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING RISK PROTECTION ORDERS OR WARRANTS.*To (1) establish a risk protection order and to expand upon the list of persons who may be complainants for purposes of issuance of a risk warrant; (2) require the Judicial Branch to develop and make available a form and explanatory materials to persons applying for a risk protection order; (3) disqualify persons subject to a standing risk protection order from possessing firearms or ammunition; and (4) penalize any such possession.*0*1*0*0*0*14***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06356*2568*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ADOPTING THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE RECEIVERSHIP ACT.*To adopt the Uniform Commercial Real Estate Receivership Act.*0*1*0*1*0*26*337**2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06357*1581*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING INCREASES FOR NONPROFIT SERVICE PROVIDERS.*To make the state's nonprofits whole through a combination of state and federal dollars after years of underfunding.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06358*2342*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING BUSINESSES RECEIVING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TO MAKE GOOD FAITH EFFORTS TO EMPLOY PERSONS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER OR INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.*To require businesses receiving financial assistance from the Department of Economic and Community Development to make good faith efforts to employ persons with autism spectrum disorder or intellectual and developmental disabilities.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06359*1353*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TEACHING OF CIVICS, DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP AND MEDIA LITERACY IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.*To (1) increase young citizens' understanding of how government operates by requiring the teaching of civics, digital citizenship and media literacy beginning in grade three, (2) help create more astute consumers of the news by educating students on how to discern legitimate news sources from inauthentic sources, and (3) educate students in the uses and misuses of social media platforms.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06360*2367*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING FREE PUBLIC EDUCATION.*To ensure that Connecticut residents are fully educated and prepared for civic engagement and workforce participation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06361*2290*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SMALL CELL SITING.*To provide siting options to municipalities with regard to small cell installation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06362*1837*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS AND ELECTORAL PRIVILEGES.*To implement several reforms regarding voting by incarcerated individuals who have not forfeited their electoral privileges.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06363*2023*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THERAPY DOGS FOR PERSONS WITH MENTAL HEALTH NEEDS.*To ensure that individuals with mental health needs may have their therapy dogs certified and afford such individuals the same rights and protections afforded to individuals with other health-related needs who use a service dog.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06364*2373*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING THE TIME OF EXPIRATION OF PERMITS OBTAINED PRIOR TO OR DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.*To extend the time of expiration of certain land use permits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06365*1586*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROTECTION OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES.*To enhance the ability of municipalities and the Attorney General to protect and preserve historic properties in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06366*1912*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REVIEW OF LICENSES FOR DEALING IN OR REPAIRING MOTOR VEHICLES.*To require municipal planning and zoning commissions to review and approve applications for licenses for dealing in or repairing motor vehicles pursuant to current zoning regulations, prior to the approval of such licenses by the municipal zoning board of appeals.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06367*2535*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INSPECTIONS BY LOCAL FIRE MARSHALS AND A DISPOSAL AND REPLACEMENT PROGRAM FOR FIREFIGHTING FOAM THAT CONTAINS PERFLUOROALKYL OR POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES.*To (1) authorize a member of a fire unit, in addition to a local fire marshal, to conduct certain fire inspections, (2) establish a pilot program to train and permit other fire inspectors to conduct inspections of residential buildings designed to be occupied by at least three families but not more than six families, and (3) establish a state-funded disposal and replacement program for firefighting foam that contains a perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06368*2180*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CIVILIAN POLICE REVIEW BOARDS.*To grant policy implementation authority to municipal civilian police review boards.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06369*2737*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ISSUES RELATING TO MORTGAGES AND MECHANIC'S LIENS.*To: (1) Require a mortgagee to deliver the mortgage release to the town clerk and a certified copy of such release to the mortgagor; (2) require a mortgagee to accept a payment for mortgage releases from an attorney's IOLTA account; and (3) allow property owners to substitute bonds for mechanic's liens without seeking judicial intervention.*0*1*0*1*0*7*89**2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06370*2738*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PROHIBITING CERTAIN MORTGAGE LENDERS FROM CHARGING FEES TO BORROWERS AFTER RECEIVING A PAYMENT TO REINSTATE THE MORTGAGE.*To prohibit Connecticut banks and Connecticut credit unions from charging certain fees to borrowers after receiving a payment to reinstate the mortgage.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06371*2735*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PRESUMPTION OF OWNERSHIP IN JOINT BANK ACCOUNTS.*To protect the interests of elderly or deceased depositors and their heirs from inappropriate use of joint accounts.*0*1*0*0*0*2*90**2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06372*2763*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXEMPTING FROM EXECUTION CERTAIN FUNDS IN A JUDGMENT DEBTOR'S ACCOUNT.*To require that financial institutions leave certain exempt funds in a judgment debtor's account.*0*1*0*1*0*5*74**2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06373*2734*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PRESERVING THE INTERESTS OF PRIOR TITLE HOLDERS.*To protect the interests of prior title holders by requiring the state of Connecticut to record certain liens against real property in the land records of the municipality or municipalities in which the real property is situated.*0*1*0*1*0*4*75**2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06374*2616*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SEXUAL MISCONDUCT ON COLLEGE CAMPUSES.*To (1) protect students who report being a victim or witness of sexual assault, stalking or violence from disciplinary action by an institution of higher education, and (2) establish a Council on Sexual Misconduct Climate Survey to approve sexual misconduct climate surveys for use by institutions of higher education in the state.*0*1*0*1*0*11*214**2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06375*2615*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE UNFUNDED PENSION LIABILITY PORTION OF THE FRINGE BENEFIT COST FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE CONSTITUENT UNITS OF THE STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To require the Comptroller to fund the unfunded pension liability portion of the fringe benefit cost for employees of the constituent units of the state system of higher education.*0*1*0*1*0*2*233**2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06376*2721*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CREATING A RESPECTFUL AND OPEN WORLD FOR NATURAL HAIR.*To prohibit discrimination on the basis of ethnic hairstyles historically associated with race, by adopting what is commonly referred to as the CROWN Act.*0*1*0*1*0*4*54**2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06377*2856*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING LABOR PEACE AGREEMENTS AND A MODERN AND EQUITABLE CANNABIS WORKFORCE.*To require labor peace agreements for the cannabis industry and to ensure a modern and equitable cannabis workforce.*0*1*0*1*0*25*338**2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06378*2859*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CODIFYING PREVAILING WAGE CONTRACT RATES.*To codify prevailing wage contract rates.*0*1*0*0*0*3*55**2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06379*2743*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF EMPLOYEES' RIGHTS.*To protect workers by specifying certain conditions for covenants not to compete.*0*1*0*1*0*3*321**2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06380*2746*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DISCLOSURE OF SALARY RANGE FOR A VACANT POSITION.*To require employers to disclose salary ranges for vacant positions and to provide comparable pay for comparable work.*0*1*0*0*0*5*56**2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06381*2744*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE REGARDING THE STATE WORKFORCE AND RETIRING EMPLOYEES.*To establish a task force to study the state workforce and retiring employees.*0*1*0*1*0*4*57**2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06382*2740*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATUS OF PROBATE COURT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES.*To allow Probate Court employees to be recognized as state employees for the purpose of collective bargaining.*0*1*0*1*0*2*58**2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06383*2809*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CALL CENTERS AND NOTICE OF CLOSURES.*To discourage employers from closing call centers in this state.*0*1*0*0*0*4*59**2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06384*2675*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES' EFFECTS ON LAKES AND RELATED FUNDING.*To examine, address and decrease the effects of invasive aquatic species on the state's lakes.*0*1*0*1*0*2*172**2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06385*2649*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ENHANCEMENTS TO CERTAIN AGRICULTURAL PROGRAMS.*To (1) include chicken eggs as part of the state-funded Connecticut Farmers' Market/WIC and Senior Nutrition programs, (2) increase fines for violating certain farm product grading and marketing requirements, (3) provide the Commissioner of Agriculture with infraction authority for the violation of statutes under the commissioner's authority, and (4) increase vouchers for said nutrition programs.*0*1*0*1*0*7*128**2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06386*2784*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING EXTENDED PRODUCER RESPONSIBILITY FOR TIRES, SMOKE DETECTORS AND CERTAIN GAS CYLINDERS.*To manage and divert items such as tires, smoke detectors and gas cylinders within the state's solid waste stream.*0*1*0*1*0*10*322**2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06387*2752*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING INSURANCE DISCRIMINATION AGAINST LIVING ORGAN DONORS.*To: (1) Prohibit certain insurers from engaging in certain discrimination against living organ donors; and (2) provide that prohibited discrimination against living organ donors constitutes a violation of the Connecticut Unfair Insurance Practices Act.*0*1*0*0*0*15*141**2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06388*2810*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT'S RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING CAPTIVE INSURANCE COMPANIES.*To: (1) Amend certain definitions concerning captive insurance companies; (2) provide tax amnesty to an insured that establishes a branch captive insurance company in, or transfers the domicile of its alien captive insurance company or foreign captive insurance company to, this state; (3) modify the licensing requirements for certain captive insurance companies; (4) modify the capitalization requirements for certain captive insurance companies; (5) authorize the commissioner to exempt certain branch captive insurance companies from minimum capitalization requirements; (6) authorize foreign captive insurance companies to register to do business in this state; (7) modify the annual financial reporting requirements applicable to captive insurance companies; (8) authorize the commissioner to (A) waive the annual financial reporting requirement for certain alien captive insurance companies and foreign captive insurance companies, (B) less frequently examine the financial condition of captive insurance companies, (C) waive the periodic financial examination of pure captive insurance companies, and (D) adopt additional regulations concerning certain captive insurance companies; (9) provide that a captive insurance company may assume reinsurance from any other insurer regardless of whether such reinsurance is for risks that the captive insurance company is authorized to write directly; and (10) extend the term of certificates of dormancy issued to captive insurance companies and modify the requirements applicable to dormant captive insurance companies.*0*1*0*0*0*28***2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06389*2692*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING EXPLANATIONS OF BENEFITS.*To: (1) Require health insurers that deliver, issue for delivery, renew, amend or continue certain health insurance policies in this state to (A) issue explanations of benefits to consumers in certain circumstances, and (B) disclose information concerning explanations of benefits to consumers; and (2) require that explanations of benefits be maintained as confidential in certain circumstances.*0*1*0*1*0*6*295**2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06390*2690*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH INSURANCE REIMBURSEMENT PARITY FOR PODIATRISTS.*To provide that a health insurer shall not pay a reduced reimbursement to a licensed health care provider who provides a covered benefit within the provider's scope of practice solely because the provider is a podiatrist.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06391*2705*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT'S RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING THE GENERAL STATUTES.*To: (1) Modify reporting requirements, and impose a late filing fee and penalty, concerning the public health fee; (2) eliminate an annual report from the Insurance Commissioner to the joint standing committee of the General Assembly having cognizance of matters relating to insurance concerning (A) fires and explosions caused by arson, (B) the workers' compensation fraud unit within the office of the Chief State's Attorney, (C) motor vehicle insurance fraud, and (D) health insurance fraud; (3) modify the Insurance Data Security Law; (4) modify the payment schedule for assessments against domestic insurance companies and other domestic entities; and (5) modify the procedures governing external and expedited external reviews of adverse determinations and final adverse determinations.*0*1*0*1*0*41*254**2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06392*2761*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT'S RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING CREDIT FOR REINSURANCE.*To adopt the Insurance Department's recommendations regarding credit for reinsurance.*0*1*0*1*0*19*255**2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06393*2693*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT'S RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING SURETY BAIL BOND AGENTS.*To: (1) Automatically cancel a surety bail bond agent's license if the agent does not pay an annual examination fee; (2) reschedule an annual transfer to the General Fund from the surety bail bond agent examination account; and (3) authorize the Insurance Commissioner to adopt regulations concerning continuing education requirements for surety bail bond agents.*0*1*0*1*0*3*256**2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06394*2871*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING INTEREST ON LOTTERY SALES AGENT DELINQUENCY ASSESSMENTS.*To (1) specify that simple interest is charged on delinquency assessments of lottery sales agents, and (2) allow an agent whose delinquency assessment remains due and was subject to compounding interest to request a hardship waiver from the Commissioner of Consumer Protection to recalculate the interest owed.*0*1*0*0*0*3*95**2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06395*2900*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SMALL HOT WATER HEATERS.*To exempt small hot water heaters from the provisions of chapter 540 of the general statutes.*0*1*0*0*0*2*96**2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06396*2714*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DUTY TO RETREAT IN A HOUSE OF RELIGIOUS WORSHIP.*To eliminate the requirement that a person in a house of religious worship retreat before using deadly physical force to defend himself or herself or a third person.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-04 00:00:00*2021-02-05 00:00:00**0* ** HB06397*2940*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE DEFINITION OF A REPORTING ENTITY TO THE ALL-PAYER CLAIMS DATABASE.*To require employers that pay for employees' workers' compensation medical claims to submit such claims to the all-payer claims database.*0*1*0*1*0*2*142**2021-02-04 00:00:00*2021-02-05 00:00:00**0* ** HB06398*2945*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING VARIOUS REVISIONS TO STATUTES CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION SERVICES.*To allow (1) patients in the maximum security building at Whiting Forensic Hospital to be present during routine searches of personal belongings and to add two members to the hospital's advisory board, and (2) the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services to use one electronic health record system that all clinical staff can use for documentation across all department clinics and hospitals.*0*1*0*1*0*6*143**2021-02-04 00:00:00*2021-02-05 00:00:00**0* ** HB06399*2610*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION YOUTH RISK BEHAVIOR SURVEY.*To require the Department of Public Health to administer the national Youth Risk Behavior Survey and the Child Advocate to develop questions assessing the risk of youths becoming victims of sexual assault or misconduct by an adult.*0*1*0*1*0*2*60**2021-02-05 00:00:00*2021-02-08 00:00:00**0* ** HB06400*2937*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION.*To require the Office of Higher Education to conduct a study regarding post-secondary education in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*2*257**2021-02-08 00:00:00*2021-02-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB06401*2956*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON HIGHER EDUCATION.*To require the Office of Higher Education to conduct a study regarding the impact of COVID-19 on higher education in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-08 00:00:00*2021-02-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB06402*2938*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HIGHER EDUCATION.*To require the Office of Higher Education to study issues related to higher education.*0*1*0*0*0*2*234**2021-02-08 00:00:00*2021-02-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB06403*2936*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING LEGISLATIVE APPROVAL FOR THE MERGER OR CLOSING OF INSTITUTIONS WITHIN THE CONNECTICUT STATE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.*To require legislative approval for the merger or closing of institutions within the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities.*0*1*0*0*0*4*144**2021-02-08 00:00:00*2021-02-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB06404*3000*2021*162*RB *AN ACT FUNDING THE DEBT-FREE COMMUNITY COLLEGE PROGRAM.*To provide funding for the debt-free community college program by (1) transferring funds from the Philanthropic Match account, (2) transferring any revenue from the Connecticut Lottery Corporation's online lottery offerings, and (3) requiring the Board of Regents for Higher Education to establish an endowment fund to receive donations for such purpose.*0*1*0*0*0*5***2021-02-08 00:00:00*2021-02-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB06405*2995*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE COORDINATING COUNCIL.*To align with the academic year the state appropriation and the annual reporting deadline for the Connecticut Open Educational Resource Coordinating Council.*0*1*0*0*0*3*97**2021-02-08 00:00:00*2021-02-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB06406*2918*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXEMPTING WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS FROM THE SALES TAX.*To exempt services for workforce development and training from the sales tax.*0*1*0*0*0*7***2021-02-08 00:00:00*2021-02-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB06407*3044*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE OCCUPATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSES OF MILITARY MEMBERS' SPOUSES.*To allow military members' spouses to obtain an occupational or professional license in this state if they hold such license in another state.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-08 00:00:00*2021-02-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB06408*2728*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING HOUSING AUTHORITIES TO PROVIDE VOTER REGISTRATION APPLICATIONS TO PROSPECTIVE TENANTS.*To require housing authorities to provide prospective tenants with voter registration applications.*0*1*0*1*0*3*145**2021-02-08 00:00:00*2021-02-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB06409*3163*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SOLICITATION OF BIOGAS INJECTION PROPOSALS FROM ANAEROBIC DIGESTION FACILITIES.*To solicit proposals from anaerobic digestion facilities that produce biogas for injection into the natural gas distribution system in the state.*0*1*0*1*0*4*91**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06410*3151*2021*162*RB *AN ACT INCREASING THE PENALTY FOR VIOLATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE NO SALES SOLICITATION CALLS LISTING.*To increase the penalty applicable to telephone solicitors for violations associated with the no sales solicitation calls listing.*0*1*0*0*0*2*76**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06411*3172*2021*162*RB *AN ACT MOVING THE OFFICE OF CONSUMER COUNSEL WITHIN THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL.*To relocate the Office of Consumer Counsel within the office of the Attorney General.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06412*3150*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A LOW-CARBON FUEL BLEND OF HEATING OIL AND THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A BIOHEAT ADVISORY BOARD.*To require a low-carbon fuel blend of heating oil in the state and to establish a Bioheat Advisory Board.*0*1*0*1*0*6*77**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06413*3166*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF A MUNICIPAL ENERGY SECURITY AUTHORITY.*To require the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection to study whether to recognize a Municipal Energy Security Authority in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*2*78**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06414*3155*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE STUDY OF THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY IN THE STATE.*To require the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection to conduct a study to determine whether policy and procedural changes within the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection may increase the effectiveness of the use of technology in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*2*79**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06415*3167*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY AUTHORITY TO ADOPT REGULATIONS FOR NATURAL BARRIER PRESERVATION AND MAINTENANCE BY ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION COMPANIES.*To require the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority to adopt regulations ensuring electric distribution companies preserve and maintain existing natural barriers.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06416*3159*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REMOVAL OF LIENS ON THE PROPERTY OF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE BENEFICIARIES.*To eliminate state recovery of public assistance payments from assets and estates valued at two hundred fifty thousand dollars or less except as required under federal law.*0*1*0*0*0*15***2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06417*3246*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF YOUTH CAMPS.*To require youth camp employees who are eighteen years of age or older to submit to a comprehensive background check.*0*1*0*1*0*4*146**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06418*3261*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ABANDONED AND BLIGHTED PROPERTY RECEIVERSHIP.*To remove the municipal population threshold for certain parties to petition the Superior Court for appointment of a receiver for a blighted and abandoned property.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06419*3260*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING VOTING REQUIREMENTS FOR ESTABLISHING A DISTRICT TO MAINTAIN WATER QUALITY IN A LAKE OR LAKES.*To allow a simple majority of voters to approve the creation of a special taxing district to maintain water quality in a lake.*0*1*0*1*0*7*92**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06420*3264*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR CERTAIN MUNICIPAL VOLUNTEERS.*To increase the property tax exemption for certain municipal volunteers from one thousand dollars to two thousand dollars.*0*1*0*0*0*2*80**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06421*3262*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONTINUATION OF RETIREMENT ALLOWANCES FOR CERTAIN RETIREES UPON SUBSEQUENT EMPLOYMENT BY A BOARD OF EDUCATION.*To permit retired public safety personnel to receive retirement allowances, but not credit in a municipal pension system, if such personnel are employed by a local or regional board of education in a public safety capacity after retirement.*0*1*0*0*0*2*81**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06422*2950*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF THE OBSTACLES TO MERGING OR CONSOLIDATING MUNICIPAL FIRE DISTRICTS AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS.*To require the Secretary of the Office of Policy and Management to conduct a study regarding the obstacles to merging or consolidating the fire districts or fire departments of two or more municipalities.*0*1*0*1*0*2*82**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06423*3269*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING IMMUNIZATIONS.*To protect the public health by ensuring adequate and appropriate immunizations of children.*0*1*0*1*0*22*323*320*2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* **A,G HB06424*2941*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REVISING DATA COLLECTION REQUIREMENTS FOR HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS CONNECTING TO THE STATE-WIDE HEALTH INFORMATION EXCHANGE.*To clarify and standardize race, ethnicity and language data collection for health care providers required to connect to the State-wide Health Information Exchange.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06425*3247*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING AID IN DYING FOR TERMINALLY ILL PATIENTS.*To provide aid in dying to terminally ill patients.*0*1*0*1*0*16*100**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06426*3193*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS BY THE CONNECTICUT AIRPORT AUTHORITY REGARDING THE PROVISION OF SECURITY SERVICES AND METEOROLOGICAL EVALUATION TOWERS.*To (1) require the Connecticut Airport Authority and the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection to enter into a contract for security services at Bradley International Airport, and (2) establish safety standards for meteorological evaluation towers.*0*1*0*1*0*3*98**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06427*3129*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE AND BYLAWS OF THE MILITIA UNITS.*To require the Governor to determine the structure of the militia units and authorize the Adjutant General to issue bylaws, regulations, orders and circulars for the militia.*0*1*0*0*0*2*187**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06428*3126*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A LAW ENFORCEMENT SUPPORT OFFICE PROGRAM ACCOUNT.*To establish a law enforcement support office program account.*0*1*0*0*0*2*173**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06429*3245*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A WORKING GROUP TO STUDY THE EXPANSION OF PROPERTY TAX RELIEF FOR CERTAIN VETERANS.*To establish a task force to study the feasibility of expanding property tax relief for certain veterans, and the fiscal impact on municipalities of any such expanded tax relief.*0*1*0*1*0*3*215**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06430*2769*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOUSING AUTHORITY JURISDICTION.*To allow a housing authority to expand its jurisdiction to include certain high and very high opportunity areas, as determined by the Department of Housing.*0*1*0*1*0*21*147**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06431*2889*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR JUSTICE-IMPACTED PERSONS.*To prohibit housing providers from considering a prospective tenant's criminal conviction after certain time periods.*0*1*0*1*0*15*148**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06432*3048*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOUSING AUTHORITY APPLICATION PROCEDURES.*To simplify the application process for assisted housing.*0*1*0*0*0*7***2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06433*2906*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING INSPECTIONS OF RENTAL PROPERTY PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY OR TERMINATION AND LATE RENTAL PAYMENTS.*To permit tenants to request an inspection of rental property prior to occupancy and after notice of termination of a tenancy, to cap late fees for rental payments and to create a Rental Housing Ombudsman within the Department of Housing.*0*1*0*1*0*7*129**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06434*2948*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MANUFACTURER NEEDS IN THE STATE.*To require the Commissioner of Economic and Community Development to study the needs of manufacturers in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*2*149**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06435*2766*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXTENDING THE MANUFACTURING APPRENTICESHIP TAX CREDIT TO PASS-THROUGH ENTITIES.*To allow pass-through entities to claim the manufacturing apprenticeship tax credit against the personal income tax or the affected business entity tax.*0*1*0*0*0*4*150**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06436*2722*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE OPEN CHOICE VOUCHERS PILOT PROGRAM.*To establish a pilot program to enable certain families participating in the interdistrict public school attendance program to move to the town where their children attend school.*0*1*0*1*0*3*119**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06437*2815*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING LANDLORDS TO NOTIFY TENANTS OF FORECLOSURE PROCEEDINGS.*To require landlords to notify prospective and current tenants of foreclosure proceedings and to permit tenants to seek court appointment of a receiver upon receiving such notice.*0*1*0*0*0*6*130**2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06438*3147*2021*162*GB *AN ACT MAKING DEFICIENCY APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2021.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*0*0*3***2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06439*3214*2021*162*GB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE BUDGET FOR THE BIENNIUM ENDING JUNE THIRTIETH, 2023, AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS THEREFOR.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*0*0*60***2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06440*3219*2021*162*GB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE JOBSCT TAX REBATE PROGRAM.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*1*0*18*197**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06441*3252*2021*162*GB *AN ACT CONCERNING CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*1*0*33*339**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06442*3274*2021*162*GB *AN ACT CONCERNING EQUITABLE ACCESS TO BROADBAND.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*1*0*29*216**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06443*3267*2021*162*GB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVENUE ITEMS TO IMPLEMENT THE GOVERNOR'S BUDGET.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*0*0*81***2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06444*3115*2021*162*GB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MODERNIZATION OF STATE SERVICES.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*1*0*37*368**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06445*3216*2021*162*GB *AN ACT EXPANDING ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY IN OCCUPATIONS LICENSED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER PROTECTION.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*1*0*6*258**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06446*3112*2021*162*GB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE GOVERNOR'S BUDGET RECOMMENDATIONS FOR HUMAN SERVICES.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations for human services.*0*0*0*1*0*53*217**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06447*3294*2021*162*GB *AN ACT CREATING THE COVERED CONNECTICUT PROGRAM TO EXPAND ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*1*0*25*296**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06448*3270*2021*162*GB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT, THE MODERNIZATION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS, REGIONAL COUNCILS OF GOVERNMENT AND THE PROVISION OF OUTDOOR DINING.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*1*0*51*386**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06449*3286*2021*162*GB *AN ACT EXPANDING ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY IN OCCUPATIONS LICENSED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*1*0*4*174**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06450*3229*2021*162*GB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE GOVERNOR'S BUDGET RECOMMENDATIONS CONCERNING PUBLIC HEALTH.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*1*0*19*198**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06451*3281*2021*162*GB *AN ACT CONCERNING GAMING AGREEMENTS WITH THE MASHANTUCKET PEQUOT TRIBE AND THE MOHEGAN TRIBE OF INDIANS OF CONNECTICUT.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*1*0*3*297**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06452*3188*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING CONNECTICUT BANKS TO REPORT TO THE BANKING COMMISSIONER CERTAIN INFORMATION CONCERNING OVERDRAFT FEES.*To require Connecticut banks to report information concerning overdraft fees to the Banking Commissioner.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06453*3192*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE BANKING COMMISSIONER TO CONSIDER THE PERFORMANCE OF CERTAIN BANKS UNDER THE COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT ACT BEFORE APPROVING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF CERTAIN LOAN PRODUCTION OFFICES AND ESTABLISHING A WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE THE COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT ACT.*To require the Banking Commissioner to consider certain banks' compliance with the Community Reinvestment Act of 1977, and overall Community Reinvestment Act rating prior to approving the establishment of certain loan production offices.*0*1*0*1*0*3*188**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06454*3189*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING NOTICE BY CONNECTICUT BANKS OF THE CLOSURE OF CERTAIN BRANCH OR LIMITED BRANCH LOCATIONS.*To require Connecticut banks to provide notice of the proposed closure of certain branch or limited branch locations to the Department of Banking and the chief elected official of the municipality in which the branch or limited branch is located.*0*1*0*0*0*3*199**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06455*2828*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING IMPEDING OR OBSTRUCTING THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY AND INTERFERENCE WITH OR ASSAULT UPON A STATE CAPITOL POLICE OFFICER.*To clarify and enhance penalties associated with impeding or obstructing the work of the General Assembly and interference with or assault upon a State Capitol Police officer.*0*1*0*0*0*9*340**2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06456*3538*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO PROTECT SENIOR CITIZENS FROM FRAUD.*To establish a task force to protect senior citizens from fraud.*0*1*0*0*0*3*93**2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06457*2612*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING NURSING HOME SERVICES.*To study whether there are enough nursing home facilities to provide institutional care in the future.*0*1*0*0*0*2*151**2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06458*2916*2021*162*RB *AN ACT LOWERING THE AGE OF ELIGIBILITY FOR PROPERTY TAX RELIEF FOR SENIOR CITIZENS.*To authorize municipalities to lower the age for property tax relief for senior citizens.*0*1*0*0*0*6*298**2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06459*3420*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER PROTECTION AND REVISIONS TO THE LIQUOR CONTROL ACT.*To require the Commissioner of Consumer Protection to study the types of current alcoholic liquor permits and the need for such permits and submit a report regarding amendments to the Liquor Control Act.*0*1*0*1*0*2*120**2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06460*3440*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF THE IMPACT OF EXTENDING ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR SERVICE HOURS AT GAMING AND OTHER ESTABLISHMENTS.*To study the impact of extending alcoholic liquor service hours at gaming and other establishments.*0*1*0*1*0*2*131**2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06461*2848*2021*162*RB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE TASK FORCE REGARDING THE PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF MENTAL ILLNESS AT INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To (1) implement the recommendations of the task force regarding the prevention and treatment of mental illness at institutions of higher education, (2) require health insurers to maintain explanations of benefits as confidential in certain circumstances, and (3) allow minors to receive more than six outpatient mental health treatment sessions without the consent of a parent or guardian.*0*1*0*1*0*13*218**2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06462*3226*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING USE OF FORCE BY A PEACE OFFICER.*To delay changes to provisions concerning use of force by a peace officer enacted as part of public act 20-1 of the July special session and to make certain other changes to said provisions.*0*1*0*1*0*3*64*84*2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**4*P** HB06463*2825*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION, A REENTRY EMPLOYMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE, PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEES IN MUNICIPALITIES WHERE A CORRECTIONAL FACILITY IS LOCATED, THE DISCLOSURE OF RECORDS, THE PROTECTION OF PERSONAL DATA RELATING TO AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION AND THE PROVISION OF DEBIT CARDS TO INCARCERATED PERSONS AT THE TIME OF RELEASE.*To (1) revise the duties and composition of public safety committees in municipalities where a correctional facility is located, (2) establish a reentry employment advisory committee, (3) provide added protections for employees of the Department of Correction relating to the disclosure of personal data, (4) require disclosure of certain records by the Department of Children and Families to the Department of Correction, (5) provide for issuance of a debit card to an incarcerated person upon release for easier access to his or her funds, and (6) make minor changes concerning the Department of Correction.*0*1*0*0*0*13***2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06464*3545*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXTENDING TO MAY 31, 2021, SEVERAL CHANGES IMPLEMENTED FOR THE 2020 STATE ELECTION AS A RESULT OF COVID-19.*To extend to May 31, 2021, several changes implemented for the 2020 state election as a result of COVID-19.*0*1*0*0*0*8*65**2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06465*3424*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REDUCTION OF ECONOMIC DAMAGES IN A PERSONAL INJURY OR WRONGFUL DEATH ACTION FOR COLLATERAL SOURCE PAYMENTS MADE ON BEHALF OF A CLAIMANT.*To permit a post-verdict collateral source reduction in damages in certain personal injury or wrongful death matters involving a right of subrogation.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06466*3425*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROPERTY THAT IS EXEMPT FROM A JUDGMENT CREDITOR.*To increase the value of certain personal and real property that shall be exempt from a judgment creditor and to provide that the cash surrender value of life insurance policies shall also be exempt from a judgment creditor.*0*1*0*0*0*7***2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06467*3345*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SMALL BUSINESS EXPRESS PROGRAM.*To increase access to capital for businesses, opportunity zones and distressed municipalities.*0*1*0*1*0*10*235**2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06468*3635*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING INCENTIVES FOR QUALIFIED DATA CENTERS TO LOCATE IN THE STATE.*To provide certain tax exemptions to incentivize qualified data centers to locate in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*10***2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06469*3477*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT HOME-CARE PROGRAM FOR THE ELDERLY.*To eliminate the copayment under the state-funded portion of the Connecticut home-care program for the elderly.*0*1*0*0*0*4*121**2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06470*3482*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOME HEALTH, TELEHEALTH AND UTILIZATION REVIEW.*To ease health care access by making permanent certain changes related to home health, telehealth and utilization review in the medical assistance program that were implemented by executive order during the COVID-19 public health emergency.*0*1*0*1*0*9*219**2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06471*3526*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP TO DELIVER COST-EFFECTIVE HUMAN SERVICES AND DETER FRAUD.*To establish a public-private partnership between the state and nonprofit human services providers to deliver cost-effective human services and deter fraud.*0*1*0*0*0*4***2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06472*3480*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING TELEHEALTH.*To expand telehealth services for Medicaid beneficiaries for a period of two years and study whether the benefits of expanding such services should be made permanent.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06473*3476*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE DIAPER BANK TO INCLUDE FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS.*To provide funding to the Diaper Bank of Connecticut so that it may provide feminine hygiene products to women of limited income.*0*1*0*0*0*1*122**2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06474*3505*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING COLLATERAL EMPLOYMENT CONSEQUENCES OF A CRIMINAL RECORD.*To address the collateral employment consequences of a criminal record.*0*1*0*1*0*15*299**2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06475*3451*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PUBLIC ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS.*To allow employees to sue employers on behalf of the state after having waived their personal rights to sue by signing forced arbitration agreements.*0*1*0*1*0*6*300**2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06476*3443*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A DISPARITY STUDY.*To require a disparity study.*0*1*0*1*0*3*220**2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06477*3472*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENTS AND AMBULANCE COMPANIES AND THE DEFINITION OF EMPLOYER UNDER THE STATE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT.*To clarify the definition of employer regarding volunteer fire departments and ambulance companies under the State Occupational Safety and Health Act.*0*1*0*1*0*3*301**2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06478*3441*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING WORKERS' COMPENSATION.*To address various issues concerning workers' compensation.*0*1*0*1*0*11*341**2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06479*3473*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE EFFICIENT OPERATION OF THE LABOR DEPARTMENT.*To require the Labor Commissioner to adopt regulations regarding the efficient operation of the Labor Department.*0*1*0*1*0*1*175**2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06480*3597*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FUNERAL EXPENSES OF CERTAIN VETERANS.*To specify the funeral expenses covered by the sum paid by the state for certain veterans.*0*1*0*1*0*3*200**2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06481*3321*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SPECIAL REGISTRATION MARKER PLATES FOR VETERANS AND MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES WHO SERVED IN PERIODS OF WAR.*To create special registration marker plates available to veterans and members of the armed forces who served during certain periods of war.*0*1*0*1*0*2***2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06482*3388*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXCLUDING FEDERAL VETERANS' BENEFITS FROM INCOME ELIGIBILITY FOR PUBLIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS.*To exclude all federal veterans' benefits from income when determining eligibility for public assistance programs.*0*1*0*1*0*7*201**2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06483*3630*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ENROLLMENT OF CHILDREN OF MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A PURPLE STAR SCHOOL PROGRAM.*To allow military orders to be accepted as proof of residency for the purpose of enrollment in a public school by children of members of the armed forces and to establish a Purple Star School Program.*0*1*0*1*0*4*221**2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06484*3501*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS BY THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.*To implement the recommendations of the Department of Transportation.*0*1*0*1*0*24*324**2021-02-18 00:00:00*2021-02-19 00:00:00**0* ** HB06485*3499*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT HYDROGEN AND ELECTRIC AUTOMOBILE PURCHASE REBATE.*To study ways to ensure the equitable distribution of rebates under the Connecticut hydrogen and electric automobile purchase rebate program.*0*1*0*1*0*2*123**2021-02-18 00:00:00*2021-02-19 00:00:00**0* ** HB06486*3438*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING AUTOMATED DRIVING SYSTEM EQUIPPED VEHICLES.*To permit the testing and operation of automated driving system equipped vehicles on state highways.*0*1*0*1*0*9*325**2021-02-18 00:00:00*2021-02-19 00:00:00**0* ** HB06487*3567*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DESIGNATION OF A BIKEWAY IN CHESHIRE AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED IN ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMS.*To (1) designate a portion of a roadway in the town of Cheshire as a bikeway, and (2) provide students enrolled in adult education programs access to public transportation.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-18 00:00:00*2021-02-19 00:00:00**0* ** HB06488*3368*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE OFFICE OF HEALTH STRATEGY'S RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING VARIOUS REVISIONS TO HOSPITAL OR HEALTH SYSTEM FACILITY FEES.*To make various revisions to hospital or health system facility fees.*0*1*0*0*0*11***2021-02-18 00:00:00*2021-02-19 00:00:00**0* ** HB06489*3619*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH'S RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING REMOTE ACCESS TO MEDICAL RECORDS MAINTAINED BY HOSPITALS AND HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS.*To allow the Department of Public Health to have remote access to electronic medical records of hospitals that involve reportable diseases, emergency illnesses and health conditions or reportable tumors, to establish a pilot program to determine the impact of providing remote access to certain electronic medical records maintained by a hospital and to require hospitals to provide the Department of Public Health with access to certain medical records related to maternal death.*0*1*0*0*0*7*189**2021-02-18 00:00:00*2021-02-19 00:00:00**0* ** HB06490*3670*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A GRANDPARENT'S RIGHT TO VISITATION WITH HIS OR HER GRANDCHILD.*To allow a grandparent the right of visitation with his or her grandchild upon demonstrating to the court that clear and convincing circumstances support the granting of such visitation.*0*1*0*0*0*5***2021-02-19 00:00:00*2021-02-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB06491*3557*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING NONLETHAL ELECTRONIC DEFENSE WEAPONS.*To remove the prohibition on possession of nonlethal electronic defense weapons.*0*1*0*0*0*4***2021-02-19 00:00:00*2021-02-22 00:00:00**0* ** HB06492*3672*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING EDUCATION AND TRAINING IN EXERTIONAL HEAT ILLNESS FOR COACHES, PARENTS, GUARDIANS AND STUDENTS.*To require exertional heat illness training for coaches, students, parents and guardians.*0*1*0*0*0*4*202**2021-02-22 00:00:00*2021-02-23 00:00:00**0* ** HB06493*3892*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE EMERGENCY MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE LOAN PROGRAM.*To establish an emergency mortgage assistance loan program.*0*1*0*0*0*15***2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06494*3891*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM AND AFFORDABILITY INCENTIVE ZONES.*To (1) require the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority to establish certain guidelines under the down payment assistance program, (2) allow the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority to establish affordability incentive zones under the down payment assistance program, and (3) clarify that loans issued under the down payment assistance program may include the reasonable closing costs of the purchase of a dwelling.*0*1*0*1*0*5*203**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06495*3890*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING EQUITY AND FAIR LENDING.*To (1) prohibit certain financial institutions from engaging in certain discriminatory conduct, (2) require the Banking Commissioner to implement fair lending examination procedures, and (3) require certain banks to take reasonable measures to make certain residential loan products available to certain areas.*0*1*0*1*0*11*190**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06496*3596*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN SOIL-RELATED INITIATIVES.*To authorize the use of certain sites for soil material deposits, encourage healthy soils and expedite certain dredging requirements for marina basin applications.*0*1*0*1*0*12*191**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06497*3343*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING STORMWATER AUTHORITIES.*To allow any municipality to establish a stormwater authority.*0*1*0*0*0*5*176**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06498*3306*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SITING OF CERTAIN SOLAR FACILITIES ON FARMLANDS AND CORE FORESTS.*To provide for increased review of proposals to site solar facilities on certain farmlands and land that is core forest.*0*1*0*0*0*5***2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06499*3417*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING RADIATION SECURITY.*To provide the state, through the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, with authorization to seek greater oversight and responsibility from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for certain radiation security concerning radioisotopes, uranium and thorium and quantities of special nuclear materials.*0*1*0*1*0*11*177**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06500*3398*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SUPPLEMENTAL REVISIONS TO THE STATE'S HEMP PROGRAM STATUTE.*To make additional revisions to the state's hemp program statute, as required by the federal government.*0*1*0*1*0*15*178**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06501*3511*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STREAMLINING OF CERTAIN PROGRAMS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.*To make minor and technical revisions to various programmatic statutes of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection in an effort to streamline aspects of such programs.*0*1*0*1*0*18*179**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06502*3323*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF CERTAIN POLYSTYRENE PRODUCTS, THE AVAILABILITY OF SINGLE-USE STRAWS, THE RELEASE OF CERTAIN BALLOONS AND THE COMPOSTABLE NATURE OF SINGLE-USE PRODUCE BAGS.*To phase out the use of certain polystyrene trays and food containers, prohibit the automatic distribution of single-use plastic straws at certain eating establishments, prohibit the intentional release of certain helium balloons and examine the compostable nature of certain single-use produce bags. .*0*1*0*0*0*7*180**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06503*3299*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SITING OF ANAEROBIC DIGESTION FACILITIES ON FARMS.*To encourage the timely siting and applicable permitting of anaerobic digesters on farms while establishing workable feed stock requirements for such facilities.*0*1*0*1*0*4*381**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06504*3878*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ANIMAL WELFARE.*To make various revisions to animal-related statutes concerning domestic and companion animals and rabies quarantine periods.*0*1*0*1*0*19*326**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06505*3862*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING COURT OPERATIONS.*To: (1) Make various changes to statutes that facilitate the continuation of ongoing court processes without requiring a person to appear in court; (2) update terminology relating to "juvenile residential centers"; (3) update provisions relating to the adoption of judicial rules; (4) make changes to statutes affecting the taking of oaths and the ability of a person to designate others to act on his or her behalf; (5) improve efficiencies with respect to various court processes; and (6) make conforming and technical changes to various statutes.*0*1*0*0*0*115***2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06506*3909*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROCEDURES OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER.*To revise procedures of the Office of the Claims Commissioner, including authorizing claimants to file a certificate of merit for claims seeking permission to sue the state, allowing the Office of the Claims Commissioner to grant permission to sue the state without a hearing under certain circumstances and providing that certain claims that have not been disposed of within a specified time be deemed to have been granted permission to sue the state.*0*1*0*0*0*9***2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06507*3405*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MATERNAL CHOICE IN THE EVENT OF STILLBIRTH.*To require hospitals to (1) inform mothers of stillborn fetuses of the right to arrange for burial or cremation of such fetuses, and (2) permit the removal of a delivered placenta from the hospital.*0*1*0*1*0*3*181**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06508*3793*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REMOTE LEARNING ATTENDANCE.*To allow a local or regional board of education, with the approval of the Commissioner of Education, to provide instruction to high school students through a virtual platform and to prohibit such boards from deeming a student who attends school on a virtual platform as absent.*0*1*0*1*0*3*152**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06509*3894*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SCHOOL-BASED MENTAL HEALTH CLINICS.*To require the Department of Public Health to establish school-based mental health clinics for the purpose of expanding access to mental, emotional and behavioral health services for students.*0*1*0*0*0*3*167**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06510*3408*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE PROVISION OF INFORMATION CONCERNING CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES IN HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOMS.*To require (1) the Behavioral Health Partnership Oversight Council to develop a document describing the resources available to children with psychiatric disabilities and behavioral health disorders, and (2) hospital emergency departments to provide such document to parents and guardians of certain children upon discharge from such departments.*0*1*0*1*0*2*153**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06511*3792*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR YOUTH SPORTS COACHES, TRAINERS AND INSTRUCTORS.*To require youth sports coaches, instructors and athletic trainers who are eighteen years of age or older to submit to a comprehensive background check.*0*1*0*1*0*4*154**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06512*3908*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CONSUMER PROTECTIONS FOR SPORTS WAGERING.*To provide certain protections to consumers who engage in sports wagering, if such wagering is authorized.*0*1*0*1*0*8*302**2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06513*3994*2021*162*NB *AN ACT MITIGATING ADVERSE TAX CONSEQUENCES RESULTING FROM EMPLOYEES WORKING REMOTELY DURING COVID-19, AND CONCERNING THE REMOVAL OF LIENS ON THE PROPERTY OF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE BENEFICIARIES AND A THREE-TIERED GRANTS IN LIEU OF TAXES PROGRAM.**1*0*0*0*0*22***2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** HB06514*4004*2021*162*NB *AN ACT CONCERNING INCENTIVES FOR QUALIFIED DATA CENTERS TO LOCATE IN THE STATE.**1*0*0*0*0*12**45*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**1*P** HB06515*3954*2021*162*NB *AN ACT CREATING A RESPECTFUL AND OPEN WORLD FOR NATURAL HAIR.**1*0*0*0*0*4**46*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**2*P** HB06516*4064*2021*162*NB *AN ACT MITIGATING ADVERSE TAX CONSEQUENCES RESULTING FROM EMPLOYEES WORKING REMOTELY DURING COVID-19, AND CONCERNING THE REMOVAL OF LIENS ON THE PROPERTY OF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE BENEFICIARIES AND A THREE-TIERED GRANTS IN LIEU OF TAXES PROGRAM.**1*0*0*0*0*23**47*2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**3*P** HB06517*3906*2021*162*RB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE TASK FORCE TO ANALYZE THE IMPLEMENTATION OF LAWS GOVERNING DYSLEXIA INSTRUCTION AND TRAINING.*To implement the recommendations of the task force to analyze the implementation of laws governing dyslexia instruction and training.*0*1*0*1*0*9*222**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06518*3826*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PROVIDING MEDICAID COVERAGE FOR CERTIFIED DIETITIAN-NUTRITIONISTS.*To help Medicaid beneficiaries avoid the consequences of malnutrition by authorizing Medicaid coverage for the services of certified dietitian-nutritionists.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06519*3654*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING DATA COLLECTION TO PREVENT MALNUTRITION AMONG SENIOR CITIZENS.*To collect data on malnutrition risks for senior citizens and ensure that they have adequate nutritional assistance.*0*1*0*1*0*2*369**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06520*3656*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF TEMPORARY STATE SERVICES TO VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.*To provide temporary state assistance to victims of domestic violence regardless of household income.*0*1*0*1*0*5*259**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06521*3879*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CHANGES TO ZONING AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING REQUIREMENTS CONCERNING ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND PROHIBITING LIST-BACK AGREEMENTS.*To require municipalities to allow accessory dwelling units and to prohibit list-back agreements.*0*1*0*0*0*27***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06522*3841*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING AN ELECTRIC GENERATOR REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM.*To direct the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority to initiate a proceeding to consider the implementation of a reimbursement program for electric distribution company customers who purchase an electric generator due to a medical necessity.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06523*3854*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING VIRTUAL NET METERING CREDITS FOR MANUFACTURERS IN DISTRESSED MUNICIPALITIES.*To increase the virtual net metering cap and extend the credits to manufacturers in distressed municipalities.*0*1*0*0*0*2*223**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06524*3840*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SOLICITATION OF NEW FUEL CELL ELECTRICITY GENERATION PROJECTS.*To expand the existing solicitation process for new fuel cell generation projects.*0*1*0*0*0*4*155**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06525*3853*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION COMPANIES.*To establish a task force to study (1) electric distribution companies and such companies' accountability and responsiveness to ratepayers, and (2) the introduction of competition in the electric transmission or distribution services industry in Connecticut.*0*1*0*1*0*3*156**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06526*3929*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ELECTRIC SUPPLIERS.*To mandate provisions in new electric supplier contracts and prohibit the assignment or transfer of customers without approval.*0*1*0*1*0*8*157**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06527*3842*2021*162*RB *AN ACT INCREASING THE TOTAL OUTPUT OF CLASS III SOURCES.*To increase the total output of Class III sources to five per cent between January 1, 2022, and January 1, 2025.*0*1*0*1*0*2*224**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06528*3885*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SEALING OF EVICTION RECORDS.*To prohibit landlords from considering the prior eviction records of prospective tenants.*0*1*0*1*0*13*158**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06529*3690*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOUSING AUTHORITIES.*To create an Office of the Housing Advocate, require training for housing authority commissioners and criminal history records checks for housing authority employees, and require housing authorities to provide certain contact information and notify tenants of their rights.*0*1*0*1*0*9*159**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06530*3640*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING.*To make a technical change and to discontinue the interagency council on affordable housing.*0*1*0*0*0*3*101**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06531*3681*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RIGHT TO COUNSEL IN EVICTION PROCEEDINGS.*To establish a right to counsel in eviction proceedings.*0*1*0*1*0*5*160**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06532*3664*2021*162*RB *AN ACT APPROPRIATING STATE FUNDS FOR MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES AND HOUSING.*To appropriate additional state funds to expand existing programs of the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services for mental health services and housing.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06533*3950*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF METHODS TO PROVIDE HOUSING ASSISTANCE DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.*To require the Department of Housing to conduct a study of methods to assist state residents with housing difficulties due to the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*1*0*0*0*2*102**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06534*3965*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING EMERGENCY ACTION PLANS FOR INTERSCHOLASTIC AND INTRAMURAL ATHLETIC EVENTS.*To require public and nonpublic schools to develop and implement emergency action plans for responding to serious and life-threatening sports-related injuries that occur during interscholastic and intramural athletic events.*0*1*0*1*0*4*204**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06535*3966*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ISSUES RELATING TO SCHOOL SECURITY.*To (1) convene a working group to examine the employment and role of school resource officers in public schools, (2) conduct a study to determine whether classroom doors that can be locked from the inside and outside of the classroom should be included in school safety infrastructure criteria, (3) require the Department of Education to develop a state-wide plan for responding to large-scale school crisis events, and (4) require the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection to conduct random audits to ensure that the school security and safety plans are being developed and implemented in schools.*0*1*0*1*0*6***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06536*3794*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING EMPLOYERS TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEES WORKING FROM HOME CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR REIMBURSEMENT FOR CERTAIN NECESSARY EXPENDITURES.*To require employers to provide adequate equipment and reimbursement to certain employees who work from home.*0*1*0*1*0*4*303**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06537*3761*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING EXPANSION OF PAID SICK DAYS AND DOMESTIC WORKER COVERAGE.*To expand paid sick days and domestic worker coverage.*0*1*0*1*0*18*327**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06538*3957*2021*162*RB *AN ACT MAKING REVISIONS TO THE COMMON INTEREST OWNERSHIP ACT.*To make revisions to the Common Interest Ownership Act, regarding electronic meetings of an association, access to association records and certain notices from an association.*0*1*0*0*0*7*342**2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB06539*3943*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE HOLDERS AND PRETRIAL ALCOHOL EDUCATION PROGRAMS.*To permit certain holders of commercial driver's licenses to participate in a pretrial alcohol education program.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB06540*3457*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEM STORMWATER SAMPLING REQUIREMENTS.*To require the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection to conduct a study of municipal separate storm sewer system stormwater sampling requirements.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB06541*4086*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE VALIDITY OF INLAND WETLANDS PERMITS IN RELATION TO CERTAIN OTHER LAND USE APPROVALS.*To provide that, for certain approvals of land use applications by municipal planning or zoning commissions that first require reports from municipal inland wetlands agencies, permits issued by such inland wetlands agencies shall not take effect until such planning or zoning commissions approve such land use applications.*0*1*0*1*0*3*236**2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB06542*3413*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL RESTRICTIONS ON PET SHOPS.*To clarify that a municipality may enact or enforce an ordinance to place certain obligations or restrictions on pet shops.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB06543*3564*2021*162*RB *AN ACT INCREASING THE INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR PROPERTY TAX PAYMENTS.*To increase the income tax credit on property tax payments to five hundred dollars.*0*1*0*0*0*2*237**2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB06544*3913*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROPERTY TAXATION IN A CERTAIN FIRE DISTRICT.*To permit the Canaan Fire District to add certain property that is otherwise exempt from taxation to the taxable grand list of such district.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB06545*3469*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING UNREGISTERED MOTOR VEHICLES.*To permit any municipality to establish a fine for the failure to register a motor vehicle with the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles, and provide that any unpaid fine shall constitute a lien against the real property of the owner of the motor vehicle.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB06546*4107*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL PERMITTING AND DELINQUENT TAXES.*To afford municipalities discretion in withholding certain land use approvals on account of certain individuals' or entities' property tax delinquency.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB06547*4118*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A WORKING GROUP REGARDING THE PROTECTION AND PRESERVATION OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES.*To require the Commissioner of Economic and Community Development to convene a working group to develop a plan to support and facilitate historic preservation efforts by municipalities, historical societies and other nonprofit entities.*0*1*0*0*0*3*238**2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** HB06548*4090*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE JURY SELECTION TASK FORCE.*To implement the recommendations of the Jury Selection Task Force.*0*1*0*0*0*9***2021-02-26 00:00:00*2021-03-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06549*3928*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING AMENDMENTS TO MARRIAGE CERTIFICATES.*To allow marriage certificates to be amended to reflect changes concerning gender.*0*1*0*1*0*6*328**2021-02-26 00:00:00*2021-03-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06550*3931*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE OFFICE OF HEALTH STRATEGY'S RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING VARIOUS REVISIONS TO COMMUNITY BENEFITS PROGRAMS ADMINISTERED BY HOSPITALS.*To make various revisions to community benefits programs administered by hospitals.*0*1*0*1*0*7*192**2021-02-26 00:00:00*2021-03-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06551*3668*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ENVIRONMENTAL AIR QUALITY.*To establish a working group that will identify disadvantaged communities for purposes of greenhouse gas reduction implications and to amend the environmental justice statute to enable disapproval of facility and permit applications when certain determinations concerning adverse environmental or public health effects are made.*0*1*0*1*0*5*382**2021-02-26 00:00:00*2021-03-01 00:00:00**0* ** HB06552*4291*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RIGHTS OF RESIDENTS IN NURSING HOME FACILITIES TO USE THE TECHNOLOGY OF THEIR CHOICE FOR VIRTUAL CONNECTIONS TO FAMILY, FRIENDS AND OTHER PERSONS.*To allow residents of long-term care facilities to use technology of their choice.*0*1*0*1*0*5*161**2021-03-01 00:00:00*2021-03-02 00:00:00**0* ** HB06553*3832*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PROTECTING PROPERTY OWNERS AGE SIXTY AND OLDER FROM FORECLOSURE.*To set limitations on tax liens on real property owned by taxpayers age fifty and older.*0*1*0*1*0*2*162**2021-03-01 00:00:00*2021-03-02 00:00:00**0* ** HB06554*4173*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON SENIOR CITIZENS AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES.*To study the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on senior citizens.*0*1*0*1*0*2*114**2021-03-01 00:00:00*2021-03-02 00:00:00**0* ** HB06555*4377*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT AND APPROVAL OF COVID-19 RELIEF FUNDS.*To establish a process for legislative oversight and approval of the allocation of COVID-19 relief funds from the federal government.*0*1*0*0*0*2*66*85*2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**1*S**A HB06556*4302*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ADDRESSING ISSUES CREATED BY THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC ON PUBLIC EDUCATION IN CONNECTICUT.*To address issues arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic on the provision of public education in the state by requiring the identification and mitigation of student learning loss and student disengagement, prohibiting the use of student performance data in teacher performance evaluations for three school years, requiring the offering of summer learning programs in alliance districts, creating a summer learning program grant, and providing flexibility in the hiring of substitute teachers during the pandemic.*0*1*0*1*0*8***2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06557*4300*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING.*To implement the recommendations of the Social Emotional Learning and School Climate Advisory Collaborative and to integrate the principles of social-emotional learning and restorative practices into the provision of public education in Connecticut.*0*1*0*1*0*16***2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06558*4276*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ISSUES RELATING TO THE PROVISION OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND SERVICES IN CONNECTICUT.*To (1) establish a pilot program that authorizes the Commissioner of Early Childhood to issue a license to a person or group of persons to operate a family child care home in a space that is not a private home and that has been provided by an association, organization, corporation, institution or agency, (2) establish a student loan forgiveness program for early childhood educators, (3) establish a personal income tax credit for certain employees of child care service providers, (4) expand eligibility in the Care4Kids program for certain parents and caretakers, (5) to permit families seeking employment or enrolled in certain education programs to participate in programs provided by state-contracted child care centers, and (6) to establish a task force to analyze and make recommendations concerning early childhood educator licensing and workforce development.*0*1*0*1*0*14***2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06559*4298*2021*162*RB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE OFFICE OF EARLY CHILDHOOD.*To implement the recommendations of the Office of Early Childhood.*0*1*0*1*0*37*205**2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06560*4245*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING TIMELY PAYMENTS AND TRAINING FOR PERSONAL CARE ATTENDANTS.*To require timely payments for personal care attendants in state-funded programs.*0*1*0*1*0*2*239**2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06561*4222*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENT FOR MARITAL AND FAMILY THERAPISTS PERMITTED TO PRACTICE WITHOUT LICENSES DURING A PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY.*To require Medicaid reimbursement, to the extent permissible under federal law, for marital and family therapy associates authorized to practice without a license by executive order during the COVID-19 public health emergency.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06562*4243*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT.*To improve child support enforcement efforts in the state by increasing resources, coordinating efforts and studying and implementing technological advancements.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06563*4305*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ELIMINATING ADMINISTRATIVE BARRIERS TO A COMMUNITY'S PARTICIPATION IN THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.*To require the Department of Social Services to reduce paperwork requirements for participation in the federal Emergency Food Assistance Program by community providers.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06564*4140*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SECONDHAND DEALERS, PRECIOUS METALS OR STONES DEALERS AND PAWNBROKERS.*To (1) remove the sunset date relating to methods of payment that secondhand dealers and precious metals or stones dealers may use when paying for property received, and (2) require dealers of precious metals and stones to retain certain property for ten days prior to the sale or disposition of such property.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06565*3829*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CHILDREN'S SERVICES.*To require the Commissioner of Children and Families to conduct a study to determine whether policy and procedural changes in the Department of Children and Families may increase the effectiveness of services provided to children.*0*1*0*0*0*2*163**2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06566*3764*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SAFETY OF CHILDREN PURCHASING FROZEN DESSERTS FROM ICE CREAM TRUCKS AND DRIVER EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS.*To protect children in the course of buying ice cream from frozen dessert trucks by increasing the truck's visibility to other drivers, warning drivers that children may be present and limiting the location and conditions for vending.*0*1*0*1*0*5*164**2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06567*3827*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CHILDREN'S SAFETY.*To require the Commissioner of Children and Families to conduct a study to determine whether policy and procedural changes within the Department of Children and Families may increase the safety of children.*0*1*0*0*0*2*182**2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06568*3807*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PEER-TO-PEER CAR SHARING PROGRAMS.*To regulate the operations of and insurance requirements for peer-to-peer car sharing programs.*0*1*0*1*0*10*343**2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06569*3410*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION.*To (1) revise the membership of the task force tasked with studying compliance with motor vehicle registration laws, and (2) require a resident of this state to make an appointment with the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles to register a motor vehicle with number plates issued by another state within thirty days of establishing residency.*0*1*0*1*0*6*329**2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06570*3614*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT.*To (1) increase the number of transit-oriented developments with an affordable housing component, and (2) require a municipality's zoning regulations permit a greater density of housing within one-half mile of a bus rapid transit station or passenger railroad station.*0*1*0*1*0*8*315**2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** HB06571*4238*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY PROGRAM.*To create financing opportunities for zero-emission vehicle infrastructure and resiliency measures.*0*1*0*0*0*8*225**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06572*4236*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF ENERGY USE BUILDING STANDARDS FOR VOLUNTARY ADOPTION.*To permit a town, city or borough to require new or substantially renovated building energy use standards.*0*1*0*1*0*3*226**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06573*3662*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COMMISSION FOR EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY.*To add additional members to the Commission for Educational Technology and make technical changes.*0*1*0*1*0*5*344**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06574*4407*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO THE STATE CODES OF ETHICS.*To make revisions to the State Codes of Ethics concerning the scope of gift prohibitions, reporting of gifts, authority of the ethics enforcement officer, activities involving consultants and independent contractors, findings of ethics violations, permitting certain filings to be electronic and the repeal of certain provisions.*0*1*0*1*0*19*330**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06575*4346*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING RISK-LIMITING AUDITS FOR ELECTION RESULTS.*To establish a working group to examine risk-limiting audits for election results.*0*1*0*0*0*3*370**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06576*2680*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE NONDISCLOSURE OF RESIDENTIAL ADDRESSES OF CERTAIN EMPLOYEES UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.*To prohibit the disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act of the residential addresses of employees of the office of the Attorney General.*0*1*0*0*0*2*371**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06577*4421*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE PROPERTIES REVIEW BOARD.*To expand the purview of the State Properties Review Board to include licensing agreements, the purchasing of agricultural development rights and contracts entered into by other state agencies and quasi-public agencies and to move the board to within the Legislative Department.*0*1*0*1*0*8*372**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06578*3555*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PARTICIPATION IN THE ELECTORAL PROCESS.*To (1) restore, without the payment of certain fines, the electoral privileges of convicted felons who are on parole, (2) codify existing practice, under a memorandum of understanding, regarding voter registration procedures at the Department of Motor Vehicles, and (3) eliminate registrar-appointed challengers from who may be present in the polling place during a primary or election.*0*1*0*0*0*11***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06579*3552*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REVISING CERTAIN STATUTES CONCERNING VOTER REGISTRATION AND ELECTION ADMINISTRATION.*To revise or repeal certain election administration laws concerning (1) admission of electors and maintenance of registry lists, (2) training of certain election officials, (3) residential status of tabulator tenders, and (4) delivery of election returns to the Secretary of the State, town clerks and registrars of voters.*0*1*0*0*0*15***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06580*4358*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS.*To require The University of Connecticut to study the feasibility of establishing food and agricultural education programs.*0*1*0*0*0*2*165**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06581*4308*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMPLETION RATES AT PRIVATE OCCUPATIONAL SCHOOLS.*To require the Office of Higher Education to study student completion rates at private occupational schools in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06582*4277*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS FOR ADJUNCT FACULTY.*To require the Labor Department to consider specific circumstances when determining whether an individual who performs instructional, research or principal administrative duties at an institution of higher education is eligible to receive unemployment compensation.*0*1*0*1*0*5*240**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06583*4294*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING INDEPENDENT INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION TO SUBMIT CLOSURE PLANS TO THE OFFICE OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To require independent institutions of higher education in the state to submit to the Office of Higher Education a closure plan and, if an institution plans to close, a written notice regarding the arrangements for such closure.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06584*4296*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING OUT-OF-STATE PRIVATE OCCUPATIONAL SCHOOLS.*To require out-of-state private occupational schools to acquire authorization from the Office of Higher Education prior to offering any distance learning programs in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06585*3033*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ASSOCIATION HEALTH PLANS.*To authorize association health plans in this state to the maximum extent permitted under federal law.*0*1*0*0*0*5***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06586*3772*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PRIOR AUTHORIZATIONS AND HEALTH CARE PROVIDER CONTRACTS.*To: (1) Require each contract between a health carrier and a health care professional or facility to (A) require the health carrier to reimburse the health care professional or facility for medically necessary covered benefits, (B) include a mechanism for the health care professional or facility to request that the health carrier reconsider a denial of coverage or refusal to reimburse, and (C) permit the health care professional or facility to collect payment for health care services that are not medically necessary; (2) provide that a health carrier shall (A) not require prior authorization for certain health care services, (B) promptly respond to prior authorization requests for post-stabilization and maintenance services, and (C) be financially responsible for post-stabilization and maintenance services if the health carrier fails to promptly respond to a prior authorization request for such services; (3) require each health carrier that enters into a participating provider contract to afford to the participating provider (A) at least ninety days' advance written notice of any proposed change to the provisions, other documents, provider manuals or policies incorporated by reference in such contract, and (B) a right to appeal any such proposed change; (4) redefine "adverse determination" and "final adverse determination", and define "hospital", "preferred provider network", "prior authorization", "prior authorization appeal" and "skilled nursing center", for the purposes of adverse determination and utilization review; (5) require certain health carriers to submit an annual prior authorization report to the Insurance Commissioner and make such report publicly available; (6) require the Insurance Commissioner to convene a prior authorization working group and require such working group to submit a report to the joint standing committees of the General Assembly having cognizance of matters relating to insurance and public health; (7) require (A) the Insurance Commissioner to establish prior authorization standards and incorporate such standards into existing health carrier audit and enforcement procedures, (B) any health carrier that fails to satisfy such standards to submit to the commissioner, and successfully implement, a corrective action plan, and (C) the commissioner to refrain from issuing or renewing a license to any health carrier that fails to satisfy such standards or, if applicable, submit and successfully implement such corrective action plan; (8) the Insurance Commissioner to develop and conduct an annual health care provider satisfaction survey and include the results of such survey in the consumer report card; (9) impose various duties on health carriers with respect to prior authorizations; (10) incorporate health carriers' duties with respect to prior authorizations into various provisions concerning adverse determination and utilization review; (11) require the Insurance Commissioner to develop and establish technical standards*0*1*0*0*0*84***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06587*3750*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR EPINEPHRINE CARTRIDGE INJECTORS.*To provide that certain individual and group health insurance policies shall not impose a coinsurance, copayment, deductible or out-of-pocket expense for a covered epinephrine cartridge injector in an amount that is greater than twenty-five dollars.*0*1*0*1*0*3*241**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06588*3806*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MENTAL HEALTH CARE AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES.*To: (1) Provide that no individual or group health insurance policy providing coverage for outpatient prescription drugs shall (A) require a prescribing health care provider to prescribe a supply of a covered outpatient psychotropic drug that is larger than the supply of such drug that such provider deems clinically appropriate, or (B) if a prescribing health care provider deems a ninety-day supply of a covered outpatient psychotropic drug to be clinically inappropriate and prescribes less than a ninety-day supply of such drug, impose a coinsurance, copayment, deductible or other out-of-pocket expense for the prescribed supply of such drug in an amount that exceeds the amount of the coinsurance, copayment, deductible or other out-of-pocket expense for a ninety-day supply of such drug reduced pro rata in proportion to such prescribed supply of such drug; (2) provide that no mental health care benefits provided under state law, with state funds or to state employees shall require a prescribing health care provider to prescribe a supply of an outpatient psychotropic drug that is larger than the supply of such drug that such provider deems clinically appropriate; (3) establish a task force to study methods available to this state, and health carriers doing business in this state, to encourage health care providers providing mental health services to participate in provider networks; and (4) establish a task force to study health insurance coverage for peer support services.*0*1*0*0*0*7*260**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06589*3771*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THIRD-PARTY ACCESS TO PARTICIPATING DENTAL PROVIDER CONTRACTS.*To specify the circumstances in which a health carrier, or a health carrier's contractor or subcontractor, may enter into a contract with a third party for the purpose of providing the third party with access to a participating dental provider contract.*0*1*0*1*0*10*261**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06590*3859*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PROHIBITING CERTAIN INSURANCE DISCRIMINATION AND ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY INSURANCE COSTS BORNE BY BUSINESSES LOCATED IN DISTRESSED MUNICIPALITIES.*To: (1) Expand the Connecticut Unfair Insurance Practices Act to provide that no (A) insurance company, hospital service corporation, health care center or fraternal benefit society providing disability income protection coverage shall refuse to insure, refuse to continue to insure or limit the amount, extent or kind of coverage available to an individual, or charge an individual a different rate for the same coverage, because the individual has been a victim of domestic violence, and (B) property and casualty insurer that delivers, issues, renews, amends, continues or endorses a property or casualty insurance policy shall make any distinction or discrimination against an individual in delivering, issuing, renewing, amending, continuing, endorsing, offering, withholding, cancelling or setting premiums for such policy, or in the terms of such policy, because the individual has been a victim of domestic violence; (2) provide that no life insurer shall make any distinction or discrimination between persons on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a victim of domestic violence; and (3) establish a task force to study the high insurance costs borne by businesses located in distressed municipalities in this state.*0*1*0*0*0*22*262**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06591*3530*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE OFFICE OF HEALTH STRATEGY TO STUDY HOME HEALTH CARE FOR VETERANS.*To require the Office of Health Strategy to: (1) Study methods, and develop recommendations, to improve home health care for veterans in this state; and (2) submit a report concerning home health care for veterans to the joint standing committee of the General Assembly having cognizance of matters relating to insurance.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06592*4371*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FILING OF A CIVIL ACTION FOR MALICIOUS PROSECUTION.*To allow a claim for malicious prosecution to be brought no later than three years from the date of the termination of the criminal proceeding that forms the basis for such claim.*0*1*0*0*0*2*345**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06593*4239*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PROTECTING A MORTGAGOR FROM AN UNREASONABLE INVASION OF HIS OR HER PRIVACY BY A MORTGAGE HOLDER.*To ensure that a mortgagee does not enter upon the residential real property that is the subject of the mortgage without the permission of the owner, occupant or mortgagor or an order of a court.*0*1*0*0*0*2*346**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06594*4374*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROCESS.*To (1) permit the state to depose persons seventy-five years of age and older in criminal matters; (2) change "patronizing a prostitute" to "soliciting sexual acts"; (3) transfer the requirement for a state's attorney to investigate a town clerk/treasurer to the Office of the Attorney General; (4) transfer bond forfeiture duties from the Division of Criminal Justice to the Office of the Attorney General; (5) require state prosecutors to notify the Office of Attorney General when the defendant in a state court action is a public official or state or municipal employee charged with a crime related to their office for purposes of pension revocation; (6) bring the definition of "vendor fraud" in line with its federal criminal counterpart; (7) clarify and provide a more appropriate penalty for the wilful and unauthorized distribution of intimate images of an individual; (8) increase the penalty for severe internet stalking or cyber harassment; (9) provide a ten-year look back in the sentencing of certain persistent offenders, including those charged with possession of a controlled substance; (10) clarify that application and program fees required by statute for certain pretrial diversionary programs are waived for persons represented by a public defender appointed or a determination of indigency by the court; (11) provide that community service cannot be required in lieu of any fees for indigent persons; (12) eliminate the disparity between possession of a narcotic drug and the storage of such; (13) reduce the penalties when a person charged with an infraction or violation fails to respond or pay a fine; (14) allow for pre-sentence confinement credit on all concurrent sentences regardless of the day the sentences are imposed, while ensuring that consecutive sentences are not credited twice; (15) enact recommendations by the Connecticut Sentencing Commission concerning the enhanced penalty for the sale or possession of drugs near schools, day care centers and public housing projects; and (16) enact recommendations by the Connecticut Sentencing Commission regarding sentence modification.*0*1*0*0*0*45***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06595*4441*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING LABOR MATTERS RELATED TO COVID-19, PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND OTHER STAFFING ISSUES.*To address labor matters related to COVID-19, personal protective equipment and other staffing issues.*0*1*0*1*0*59*347**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06596*4428*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MANAGER SALARIES AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSING REGULATION.*To require a study of manager salaries and to require that the refusal, suspension or revocation of certain licenses, registrations or certificates required for certain occupations not be automatic based on conviction of a felony, but only felonies reasonably related to the holder's ability to perform work safely and competently.*0*1*0*0*0*26***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06597*4342*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCREDITATION, REPORTING REQUIREMENTS, MENTAL HEALTH, DATA STORAGE SERVICES AND TRAINING OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS.*To revise the requirements regarding the accreditation of law enforcement units, study ways to lower the costs associated with data storage or services related to body-worn recording equipment, require police officers receive training regarding interactions with persons with mental or physical disabilities, and revise the amount of a grant-in-aid to municipalities for the purchase of body-worn recording equipment.*0*1*0*1*0*8*242**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06598*4250*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST HIRING POLICE OFFICERS DISMISSED FOR MALFEASANCE OR WHO RESIGNED OR RETIRED WHILE UNDER INVESTIGATION.*To (1) prohibit the Police Officer Standards and Training Council from certifying a police officer who was dismissed for malfeasance or resigned or retired while under investigation, and (2) require the council to provide an opportunity for a hearing for such officer and a law enforcement unit seeking to hire such officer.*0*1*0*1*0*4*227**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06599*4248*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXAMINING THE MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT REPORT FORM USED BY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS.*To require the Department of Transportation, the Division of State Police and the Police Officer Standards and Training Council to jointly revise the uniform investigation of accident report form.*0*1*0*1*0*3*304**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06600*4370*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SMOKE DETECTION AND WARNING EQUIPMENT IN ALL RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS.*To require the owner of real property to disclose the existence of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors at the beginning of a residential disclosure report.*0*1*0*1*0*11*305**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06601*4363*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PROMOTING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND OPTIMIZING STATE SERVICES THROUGH THE USE OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES DEVELOPED IN CONNECTICUT.*To promote economic development, reduce administrative burdens and improve state services by using innovative technologies developed by businesses in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*4*166**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06602*4356*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THIRD-PARTY DELIVERY SERVICES FOR RESTAURANTS.*To require the Commissioner of Economic and Community Development to study economic development issues in the state.*0*1*0*1*0*2*206**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06603*4447*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING TOURISM.*To (1) allow two or more municipalities in any regional tourism district to jointly appoint one representative to the regional tourism district boards of directors, and (2) require that a representative of the Connecticut Tourism Coalition be a member of the Connecticut Tourism Council.*0*1*0*1*0*3*183**2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** HB06604*4492*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REMOTE NOTARIAL ACTS.*To adopt the Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts.*0*1*0*1*0*33*243**2021-03-04 00:00:00*2021-03-05 00:00:00**0* ** HB06605*4479*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING BUSINESS REGISTRATIONS, TRADE NAMES, THE COMMERCIAL RECORDING DIVISION WITHIN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF THE STATE AND COMMERCIAL REGISTERED AGENTS.*To (1) revise various provisions on registration of business entities in this state, (2) revise provisions governing trade names, (3) rename the Commercial Recording Division within the Office of the Secretary of the State as the Business Services Division, (4) create a listing of commercial registered agents, and (5) allow notaries and commissioners of the superior court to conduct notarial acts remotely.*0*1*0*1*0*37*348**2021-03-08 00:00:00*2021-03-09 00:00:00**0* ** HB06606*4891*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COME HOME TO DOWNTOWN PROGRAM, THE RENOVATION OF HISTORIC MIXED-USE BUILDINGS IN THE STATE AND OUTDOOR DINING.*To require the Commissioner of Economic and Community Development to study economic development issues affecting distressed municipalities and opportunity zones in the state and establish a task force to study impediments to the renovation of historic mixed-use buildings in the state.*0*1*0*1*0*3*263**2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06607*4480*2021*162*RB *AN ACT INCENTIVIZING THE ADOPTION OF CYBERSECURITY STANDARDS FOR BUSINESSES.*To incentivize the adoption of cybersecurity standards for businesses by allowing businesses that adopt certain cybersecurity framework to plead an affirmative defense to any cause of action that alleges that a failure to implement reasonable cybersecurity controls resulted in a data breach concerning personal or restricted information.*0*1*0*0*0*6***2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06608*4689*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REAL ESTATE ABUTTING A RIGHT-OF-WAY.*To clarify the ownership of "orphan" roadways in this state.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06609*4702*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FAILURE TO FILE FOR A CERTAIN GRAND LIST EXEMPTION.*To allow certain persons to file for a certain property tax exemption, notwithstanding certain statutory deadlines.*0*1*0*1*0*2*383**2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06610*4217*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE OUTDOOR SALE OF GOODS AND PROVISION OF FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICE.*To require municipal zoning commissions to permit restaurants to engage in outdoor food and beverage service as an accessory use of such restaurant's permitted use.*0*1*0*1*0*2*125*139*2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**3*S** HB06611*4762*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A NEEDS ASSESSMENT AND OTHER POLICIES REGARDING AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND DEVELOPMENT.*To provide for (1) an assessment of the state-wide need for affordable housing and an allocation of such need to planning regions and municipalities, (2) the creation of affordable housing planning and zoning goals for each municipality, (3) the implementation schedule for such goals, (4) enforcement of such goals, and (5) state support to meet affordable housing needs beyond those met through such goals.*0*1*0*1*0*18*387**2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06612*4338*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROTECTIONS FOR FAMILY CHILD CARE HOMES AND THE ZONING ENABLING ACT.*To (1) clarify and enforce protections for licensed family child care homes and prevent landlords and certain homeowners associations from placing restrictions on the operation of such homes, and (2) reorganize the zoning enabling act.*0*1*0*0*0*10***2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06613*4642*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESSORY APARTMENTS, MIDDLE HOUSING AND MULTIFAMILY HOUSING.*To require municipal zoning commissions to adopt regulations allowing accessory apartments, middle housing and multifamily housing.*0*1*0*0*0*10***2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06614*4679*2021*162*RB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE INFLUENZA VACCINE TO CHILDREN AT PHARMACIES.*To authorize the administration of the influenza vaccine to children ages twelve to seventeen at pharmacies.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06615*4548*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SAFE DRINKING WATER.*To require (1) water companies to provide drinking water to consumers in the event of a water main break or loss of system pressure; (2) small community water systems to prepare capacity implementation plans; and (3) bottlers to test approved water sources for unregulated contaminants and report such results to the department.*0*1*0*1*0*14*331**2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** HB06616*4881*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROCESS FOR FUNDING A NEW CHARTER SCHOOL.*To establish a charter school approval grant account for the purpose of funding new charter schools.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06617*4889*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING AUTHORIZATION OF STATE GRANT COMMITMENTS FOR SCHOOL BUILDING PROJECTS AND REVISIONS TO THE SCHOOL BUILDING PROJECTS STATUTES.*To authorize state grant commitments for school building projects; to require that all plans for a school building project submitted on and after July 1, 2022, provide for the installation of water bottle filling stations; and to require boards of education to be responsible for establishing or reestablishing school building committees for school building projects.*0*1*0*0*0*6***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06618*4877*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING ISSUES RELATED TO PUBLIC EDUCATION IN CONNECTICUT.*To (1) provide boards of education for alliance districts flexibility in how they utilize and expend their alliance district funds, (2) permit boards of education to carry forward any unexpended federal funds received for the purpose of covering costs associated with the COVID-19 pandemic into the next fiscal year, and (3) permit a regional board of education to deposit into a nonlapsing account any unexpended funds from the prior fiscal year from the budgeted appropriation for education for the regional school district, provided such deposited amount does not exceed two per cent of the total budgeted appropriation for education for such prior fiscal year.*0*1*0*1*0*5***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06619*4879*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A KINDERGARTEN TO EIGHT GRADE MODEL CURRICULUM.*To develop a model curriculum for grades kindergarten to grade eight, inclusive, for use by local and regional boards of education.*0*1*0*1*0*3***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06620*4700*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RIGHT TO READ AND ADDRESSING OPPORTUNITY GAPS AND EQUITY IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.*To improve student literacy and address issues relating to equity and opportunity gaps that exist in public education in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*23***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06621*4675*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ASSORTED REVISIONS AND ADDITIONS TO THE EDUCATION STATUTES.*To (1) clarify the law that requires boards of education to hold public hearings that such public hearings shall be related to the provision of education offered by the board of education, (2) clarify the law how annual vision screenings for students may be performed, and (3) to establish the CT Grown for CT Kids Grant Program to assist in the development and implementation of local farm-to-school programs.*0*1*0*1*0*4*306**2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06622*3861*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PRESCRIPTION DRUG FORMULARIES AND LISTS OF COVERED DRUGS.*To limit the circumstances in which a health carrier may remove a prescription drug from a drug formulary or list of covered drugs, or move a prescription drug to a different cost-sharing tier, during a plan year.*0*1*0*0*0*6*264**2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06623*4694*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE.*To: (1) Provide that an insurer shall not refuse to deliver, issue or renew a homeowners insurance policy for a residential dwelling in this state solely because the insured or prospective insured declines to purchase coverage from such insurer for any structure other than such residential dwelling; (2) require an insurer or insurance producer to disclose to an insured or prospective insured whether the insurer requires that real property be assessed, evaluated or inspected not later than the time the insurer or insurance producer provides the insured or prospective insured with an estimate for the premium cost of a property and casualty insurance policy for such real property; and (3) require the Insurance Department to study methods available to accelerate homeowners insurance claims processing and submit a report disclosing the results of such study to the joint standing committee of the General Assembly having cognizance of matters relating to insurance.*0*1*0*1*0*6*307**2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06624*3689*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING LICENSING REQUIREMENTS FOR REAL ESTATE BROKERS.*To modify the preconditions to issuing a real estate broker's license in this state.*0*1*0*1*0*3*265**2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06625*3406*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER TO ADOPT REGULATIONS ESTABLISHING CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR PUBLIC ADJUSTERS.*To require the Insurance Commissioner to adopt regulations establishing continuing education requirements for public adjusters.*0*1*0*0*0*2*266**2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06626*3769*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REQUIRED HEALTH INSURANCE AND MEDICAID COVERAGE, AMBULANCE SERVICES AND COST TRANSPARENCY.*To: (1) Require certain individual and group health insurance policies to provide coverage for (A) motorized wheelchairs, including, but not limited to, (i) used motorized wheelchairs, (ii) repairs to motorized wheelchairs, and (iii) replacement batteries for motorized wheelchairs, (B) cochlear implants and cochlear implant surgery for insureds diagnosed with hearing loss, (C) medically necessary coronary calcium scan tests, (D) genetic cystic fibrosis screenings for women, (E) the treatment of neurological conditions and diseases, including, but not limited to, physical therapy for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, (F) equine therapy for veterans, (G) gambling disorder treatment, (H) audiologic, ophthalmologic and optometric care, and (I) specialized formulas for individuals twelve years of age or older; (2) require Medicaid coverage for audiologic, ophthalmologic and optometric care; (3) (A) modify required health insurance coverage for ambulance services to (i) include medically necessary transportation to a covered person's place of residence, and (ii) require that such benefits be provided at an in-network level, (B) provide for electronic notification of assignments of bills for ambulance services, and (C) require an ambulance provider to notify, and obtain consent from, a person before providing transportation services to the person if the provider reasonably believes that such services are not emergency services; (4) require the Insurance Commissioner to, within available appropriations, establish a program to advance breast health and breast cancer awareness, and promote greater understanding of the importance of early breast cancer detection, in this state; (5) expand required health insurance coverage under certain individual and group health insurance policies to include coverage for (A) colorectal cancer diagnoses and related benefits, (B) breast health and breast cancer benefits regardless of sex, (C) diagnostic and screening (i) mammograms, including, but not limited to, (I) baseline mammograms for certain insureds younger than thirty-five years of age, and (II) annual mammograms for certain insureds younger than forty years of age, (ii) comprehensive breast ultrasounds, and (iii) magnetic resonance imaging of an entire breast or breasts, (D) breast biopsies, (E) prophylactic mastectomies for certain insureds, and (F) breast reconstructive surgery for certain insureds; and (6) (A) require a health care provider who provides a mammogram to a patient to provide to the patient (i) advance notice disclosing information regarding certain tests or examinations proposed to further investigate the results of the mammogram, and (ii) an opportunity to determine whether the cost of such proposed tests or examinations are covered under the terms of the patient's health coverage, and (B) authorize the Commissioner of Public Health, in consultation with the Insurance Commissioner, to adopt regulations.*0*1*0*1*0*26*267**2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06627*4711*2021*162*RB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE BOND-FINANCED STATE HOUSING PROGRAM.*To provide funding for the bond-financed state housing program.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06628*4714*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE APPLICABILITY OF THE DIGITAL MEDIA TAX CREDIT.*To allow the digital media tax credit to be claimed against the sales tax under certain circumstances and at a reduced rate.*0*1*0*0*0*12***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06629*4775*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COLLECTION AND REMITTANCE OF THE E 9-1-1 FEE BY MARKETPLACE FACILITATORS.*To require marketplace facilitators to collect and remit the E 9-1-1 fee.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06630*4872*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RATE OF THE REAL ESTATE CONVEYANCE TAX ON CERTAIN CONVEYANCES.*To exempt new homes conveyed by certain conveyors from the portion of the real estate conveyance tax imposed on consideration in excess of two million five hundred thousand dollars.*0*1*0*0*0*4***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06631*4716*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE WAIVER OF INTEREST ON DELINQUENT PROPERTY TAXES.*To authorize municipal tax collectors to waive all or part of the interest due and payable on delinquent property taxes owed by certain taxpayers.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06632*4914*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INVEST CT FUND PROGRAM.*To specify investment requirements for the invest CT fund program on or after September 1, 2021, and increase the aggregate amount of credits allowed under the program.*0*1*0*0*0*22***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06633*4733*2021*162*RB *AN ACT RESTRUCTURING UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE BENEFITS AND IMPROVING FUND SOLVENCY.*To restructure unemployment insurance benefits and improve fund solvency.*0*1*0*0*0*27***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HB06634*4955*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ESSENTIAL SUPPORT PERSONS AND A STATE-WIDE VISITATION POLICY FOR RESIDENTS OF LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES.*To allow long-term care facility residents to designate essential support persons who may visit and support their physical, emotional, psychological and socialization needs despite other visitation restrictions and to establish a state-wide visitation policy at long-term care facilities.*0*1*0*1*0*7*373**2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HB06635*4590*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING TEMPORARY FAMILY ASSISTANCE.*To extend the time limit for temporary family assistance to sixty months, exempt benefits received during the COVID-19 public health emergency from the time limit, eliminate the penalties for families with children born after enrollment in the program and ensure benefits are adequate to meet the cost of living for beneficiaries.*0*1*0*1*0*11*374**2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HB06636*4524*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING COVID-19 AND ENHANCED FEDERAL MEDICAID FUNDING.*To expand access to care under the Medicaid program by using enhanced federal matching funds provided to states during the COVID-19 pandemic to increase Medicaid provider rates.*0*1*0*0*0*2*375**2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HB06637*4488*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A MENTAL HEALTH BILL OF RIGHTS FOR DEAF, DEAFBLIND AND HARD OF HEARING PERSONS.*To establish a state-wide mental health services program to provide mental health services tailored to the specialized needs of deaf, deaf-blind and hard of hearing persons.*0*1*0*1*0*7*376**2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HB06638*5481*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND EMPLOYMENT.*To make a technical change.*0*1*0*0*0*2*388**2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06639*5512*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PILOT PROGRAM REGARDING BUILDING OFFICIALS AND RESOURCES RELATED TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE STATE BUILDING CODE.*To establish a pilot program regarding building officials and resources related to the administration of the State Building Code.*0*1*0*1*0*3*389**2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06640*5509*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CEDAR HILLS INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT.*To modify the organization of the Cedar Hills Infrastructure Improvement District.*0*1*0*0*0*20*390**2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06641*5486*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REMOTE AND ONLINE PROVISION OF MUNICIPAL SERVICES.*To permit remote and online access to certain municipal services.*0*1*0*0*0*47*391**2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06642*5476*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF ACCESS TO MUNICIPAL-OWNED BEACHES AND PARKS ADJACENT TO MARINE OR TIDAL WATERS.*To conduct a study of access to municipal-owned beaches and parks adjacent to marine or tidal waters.*0*1*0*1*0*2*384**2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06643*5479*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL TAXATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS AND THE MUNICIPAL PROPERTY TAX WAIVER.*To authorize municipalities to (1) offer programs for the deferment of tax and certain other payments and for lower interest rates on such payments, and (2) waive any property tax due in an amount less than one hundred dollars.*0*1*0*1*0*3*392**2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06644*5378*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF CERTAIN PROPERTY TAX REFORMS.*To study the fiscal impact and feasibility of municipalities, certain taxing districts and regional school districts establishing a cap on annual property tax growth.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06645*5515*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE PLAN OF CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT.*To (1) amend the process timeline for the revision and adoption of the state plan of conservation and development, and (2) extend to 2024 the application of the plan intended to cover 2018 to 2023, inclusive.*0*1*0*1*0*5*393**2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06646*5545*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CRUMBLING CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS.*To (1) permit any owner of a residential building with a foundation made with defective concrete to obtain a reassessment of such building which shall remain valid until such foundation is repaired or replaced, (2) eliminate the termination date of the captive insurance company established pursuant to section 38a-91vv of the general statutes, (3) require quarries that produce aggregate for use in concrete to annually prepare a geological source report, (4) require the Commissioner of Consumer Protection to adopt regulations concerning standards for the testing of aggregate produced by quarries for use in concrete, (5) authorize the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority to make loans to the captive insurance company, and (6) require the captive insurance company to submit a report concerning the damage caused by the presence of pyrrhotite to the concrete foundations of nonresidential buildings in the state.*0*1*0*1*0*11*394**2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06647*5523*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS.*To (1) create a Geographic Information Systems Advisory Council to consult with the Secretary of the Office of Policy and Management, and (2) require the secretary to designate a Geographic Information Officer to oversee a Geographic Information System Center.*0*1*0*1*0*4*395**2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06648*5539*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SEXUAL ASSAULT AND THE ABSENCE OF CONSENT.*To clarify that a victim of sexual assault in the first degree is compelled to submit to, rather than engage in sexual intercourse by the use of force, define "consent" for purposes of sexual assault statutes and clarify that sexual intercourse without consent is a crime.*0*1*0*0*0*6***2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** HB06649*5465*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION.*To make technical changes to provisions concerning government administration.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06650*5628*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ELECTIONS OF TOWN COMMITTEE MEMBERS.*To provide an additional circumstance under which a no-contest election of town committee members may occur.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06651*5621*2021*162*RB *AN ACT RESPONDING TO ISSUES RELATED TO COVID-19 AND GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION.*To extend the duration of various provisions of executive orders concerning Freedom of Information requirements for meetings and appeals, regulatory requirements, municipal nominations and notaries.*0*1*0*1*0*16*377**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06652*5583*2021*162*RB *AN ACT DESIGNATING VARIOUS DAYS, WEEKS AND MONTHS.*To designate various days, weeks and months.*0*1*0*1*0*4*378**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06653*5611*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTHY HOMES.*To establish a pilot program to annually provide not less than five hundred residential dwellings with (1) energy efficiency retrofits, and (2) residential improvements that reduce health and safety hazards found in such residential dwellings.*0*1*0*0*0*4*316**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06654*5631*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A CHILD TAX CREDIT AGAINST THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX.*To establish a child tax credit against the personal income tax.*0*1*0*0*0*4***2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06655*5641*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL TAXATION AND INCENTIVIZING REGIONALIZATION.*To limit property tax increases, authorize municipalities to impose local taxes and incentivize municipal regionalization of services.*0*1*0*0*0*11***2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06656*5616*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONFIRMING AND ADOPTING VOLUMES 1 TO 13, INCLUSIVE, OF THE GENERAL STATUTES, REVISED TO JANUARY 1, 2021.*To adopt and confirm the general statutes, revised to January 1, 2021.*0*1*0*0*0*2*317**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06657*5622*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HUMAN TRAFFICKING.*To (1) adjust the membership in the Trafficking in Persons Council, (2) allow certain testimony in the case of a delinquency proceeding to be compelled, (3) establish an affirmative defense for trafficking in persons in the case of a victim of trafficking, (4) redefine "sex trafficking", (5) modify the elements of the crimes of patronizing a prostitute and commercial sexual abuse of a minor, (6) change the required frequency of a refresher course in human trafficking awareness for certain professions, and (7) extend vacatur relief to a person who committed certain crimes if a conviction is based on participation in the crime by the convicted person due to such person being a victim of trafficking.*0*1*0*0*0*8*349**2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06658*5638*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE LEGISLATIVE COMMISSIONERS' RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MINOR AND TECHNICAL REVISIONS TO THE TAX AND RELATED STATUTES.*To make minor and technical changes to the tax and related statutes.*0*1*0*0*0*66***2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** HB06659*5695*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CONNECTICUT BABY BOND TRUST.*To establish the Connecticut Baby Bond Trust.*0*1*0*0*0*5***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HB06660*5712*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF LIENS PLACED ON PERSONAL PROPERTY FOR STATE RECOVERY OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.*To require the Department of Social Services to study the feasibility of establishing a prohibition on the placement of department liens on personal property, in addition to the prohibition on the placement of such liens on real property, except where required by federal law.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HB06661*4512*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A FINANCIAL LITERACY TRUST FUND.*To establish the Financial Literacy Trust Fund to be used by the Treasurer to promote and raise awareness of financial literacy to state residents.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HB06662*5542*2021*162*RB *AN ACT DECLARING RACISM AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CRISIS AND ESTABLISHING THE COMMISSION ON RACIAL EQUITY IN PUBLIC HEALTH.*To declare racism as a public health crisis, establish the Commission on Racial Equity in Public Health and require studies concerning the racial equity of various state programs related to such crisis.*0*1*0*0*0*9***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HB06663*4980*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REVISING CERTAIN CAMPAIGN FINANCE STATUTES.*To implement federal court rulings regarding independent expenditure political committees and aggregate contribution limits for individuals.*0*1*0*1*0*14*350**2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HB06664*4967*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING QUASI-PUBLIC AGENCY TRANSPARENCY.*To impose additional reporting requirements on quasi-public agencies and to increase legislative and executive branch oversight of quasi-public agencies.*0*1*0*1*0*21*379**2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HB06665*5772*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REMOVAL OF RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS BASED ON RACE AND ELIMINATION OF THE RACE DESIGNATION ON MARRIAGE LICENSES.*To prohibit restrictive covenants based on race, to provide a process to remove such covenants from instruments recorded on the land records in this state and to eliminate the race designation on marriage licenses.*0*1*0*0*0*4***2021-03-22 00:00:00*2021-03-23 00:00:00**0* ** HB06666*5823*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH'S RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING VARIOUS REVISIONS TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH STATUTES.*To implement the recommendations of the Department of Public Health regarding various revisions to the public health statutes.*0*1*0*1*0*91*396**2021-03-22 00:00:00*2021-03-23 00:00:00**0* ** HB06667*5985*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE JUVENILE JUSTICE POLICY AND OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE.*To enact the recommendations of the Juvenile Justice Policy and Oversight Committee.*0*1*0*0*0*55***2021-03-24 00:00:00*2021-03-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06668*5981*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF CRIMINAL PROCEDURE LAWS OF THIS STATE.*To require a study of the criminal procedure laws of this state.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-24 00:00:00*2021-03-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06669*5980*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING JUVENILES AND MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT, INVESTIGATIONS OF CERTAIN PENDING JUVENILE MATTERS AND REPORTING OF REQUESTS TO DETAIN ARRESTED JUVENILES.*To (1) establish the crime of enticing a juvenile to commit a criminal act, (2) employ other new strategies to discourage juvenile motor vehicle theft, (3) allow for investigations of certain juvenile matters, and (4) require reporting concerning requests to the court to detain a child made by an arresting police officer.*0*1*0*0*0*4***2021-03-24 00:00:00*2021-03-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06670*5734*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A MANDATORY MINIMUM SENTENCE FOR INJURY OR RISK OF INJURY OF A CHILD.*To protect children by creating a mandatory sentence of thirty consecutive days of imprisonment for injury or risk of injury to a child.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-24 00:00:00*2021-03-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06671*5832*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF LEGAL COUNSEL IN A CRIMINAL MATTER TO A PERSON UNDER EIGHTEEN YEARS OF AGE.*To (1) provide legal counsel to any person under the age of eighteen in a criminal or delinquency proceeding, and (2) make inadmissible in such proceedings any statements from a person under the age of eighteen, and any evidence derived from such statements, unless the person's attorney was present at the interview.*0*1*0*0*0*11***2021-03-24 00:00:00*2021-03-25 00:00:00**0* ** HB06672*6002*2021*162*NB *AN ACT CONCERNING PUBLIC HEALTH AND CIVIL PREPAREDNESS EMERGENCIES DECLARED AND RENEWED BY THE GOVERNOR.*To ratify the public health and civil preparedness emergencies declared by the Governor.*1*0*0*0*0*2**140*2021-03-24 00:00:00*2021-03-25 00:00:00**2*S** HB06673*5888*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RETENTION OF A PORTION OF THE SALES TAX ON MEALS.*To allow certain establishments to retain, for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2021, a portion of the sales tax collected on the sales of meals.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-30 00:00:00*2021-03-31 00:00:00**0* ** HB06674*6077*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE PREMIUM PAYMENTS.*To establish a credit against the personal income tax for a portion of premium payments made for certain individual long-term care insurance policies.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-30 00:00:00*2021-03-31 00:00:00**0* ** HB06675*6302*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A MUNICIPAL OPTION FOR A HOMESTEAD PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION.*To authorize municipalities to establish a homestead property tax exemption.*0*1*0*0*0*1***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00001*266*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT CONCERNING TERM LIMITS FOR LEGISLATORS.*To establish term limits for legislators.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00002*345*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING THE APPROVAL OF THE LONG ISLAND SOUND BLUE PLAN.*To approve the Long Island Sound Blue Plan.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00003*612*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE ANDREW J. MCDONALD OF HARTFORD TO BE AN ASSOCIATE JUDGE OF THE SUPREME COURT AND A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*1*1*2021-01-13 00:00:00*2021-01-14 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00004*613*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE SHELLEY A. MARCUS OF BRANFORD TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*2*2*2021-01-13 00:00:00*2021-01-14 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00005*614*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE MARCIA J. GLEESON OF AVON TO BE A SENIOR JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*3*3*2021-01-13 00:00:00*2021-01-14 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00006*615*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE PETER L. BROWN OF HAMDEN TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*4*4*2021-01-13 00:00:00*2021-01-14 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00007*616*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE FRANK M. D'ADDABBO, JR. OF CROMWELL TO BE A SENIOR JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*5*5*2021-01-13 00:00:00*2021-01-14 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00008*617*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE JOHN F. CRONAN OF BRANFORD TO BE A STATE REFEREE.**0*0*0*0*1*1*6*6*2021-01-13 00:00:00*2021-01-14 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00009*618*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE MARSHALL K. BERGER, JR. OF CANTON TO BE A STATE REFEREE.**0*0*0*0*1*1*7*7*2021-01-13 00:00:00*2021-01-14 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00010*619*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE A. WILLIAM MOTTOLESE OF STAMFORD TO BE A STATE REFEREE.**0*0*0*0*1*1*8*8*2021-01-13 00:00:00*2021-01-14 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00011*620*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE CONSTANCE L. EPSTEIN OF GLASTONBURY TO BE A STATE REFEREE.**0*0*0*0*1*1*9*9*2021-01-13 00:00:00*2021-01-14 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00012*621*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE DALE W. RADCLIFFE OF BRIDGEPORT TO BE A STATE REFEREE.**0*0*0*0*1*1*10*10*2021-01-13 00:00:00*2021-01-14 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00013*622*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE JOHN TURNER OF HAMDEN TO BE A STATE REFEREE.**0*0*0*0*1*1*11*11*2021-01-13 00:00:00*2021-01-14 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00014*623*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF BARBARA M. QUINN OF CHESTER TO BE A STATE REFEREE.**0*0*0*0*1*1*12*12*2021-01-13 00:00:00*2021-01-14 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00015*629*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF ROBERT T. RESHA OF DANBURY TO BE A STATE REFEREE.**0*0*0*0*1*1*13*13*2021-01-13 00:00:00*2021-01-14 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00016*630*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE GARY J. WHITE OF STAMFORD TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*14*14*2021-01-13 00:00:00*2021-01-14 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00017*637*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE ROBYN STEWART JOHNSON OF GLASTONBURY TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*15*29*2021-01-15 00:00:00*2021-01-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00018*638*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE JASON M. LOBO OF SUFFIELD TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*16*30*2021-01-15 00:00:00*2021-01-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00019*639*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE ANDREW W. RORABACK OF LITCHFIELD TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*17*31*2021-01-15 00:00:00*2021-01-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00020*628*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE HOPE C. SEELEY OF COVENTRY TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*18*32*2021-01-15 00:00:00*2021-01-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00021*631*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE CYNTHIA K. SWIENTON OF CHESTER TO BE A SENIOR JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*19*33*2021-01-15 00:00:00*2021-01-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00022*633*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE JAMES G. KENEFICK, JR. OF GUILFORD TO BE A STATE REFEREE.**0*0*0*0*1*1*20*34*2021-01-15 00:00:00*2021-01-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00023*625*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE SHEILA A. HUDDLESTON OF WEST HARTFORD TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*21*35*2021-01-15 00:00:00*2021-01-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00024*632*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE JON C. BLUE OF HAMDEN TO BE A STATE REFEREE.**0*0*0*0*1*1*22*36*2021-01-15 00:00:00*2021-01-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00025*636*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE KAREN A. GOODROW OF CHESTER TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*23*37*2021-01-15 00:00:00*2021-01-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00026*641*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE HENRY S. COHN OF WEST HARTFORD TO BE A STATE REFEREE.**0*0*0*0*1*1*24*38*2021-01-15 00:00:00*2021-01-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00027*640*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE ANTHONY D. TRUGLIA, JR. OF STAMFORD TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*25*39*2021-01-15 00:00:00*2021-01-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00028*627*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE THOMAS G. MOUKAWSHER OF GROTON TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*26*40*2021-01-15 00:00:00*2021-01-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00029*626*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE MICHAEL P. KAMP OF HAMDEN TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*27*41*2021-01-15 00:00:00*2021-01-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00030*624*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE MICHAEL A. ALBIS OF EAST HAVEN TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*28*42*2021-01-15 00:00:00*2021-01-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00031*642*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE CHARLES T. LEE OF STAMFORD TO BE A STATE REFEREE.**0*0*0*0*1*1*29*43*2021-01-15 00:00:00*2021-01-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00032*548*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT CONCERNING THE TERM OF OFFICE OF MEMBERS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY.*To elect members of the general assembly to four-year terms and to limit members of the general assembly to two four-year terms in the same office.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00033*690*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE STATE CONSTITUTION TO ALLOW FOR DIRECT INITIATIVE AND REFERENDUM.*To permit direct initiative and referendum.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00034*691*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT CONCERNING TWELVE-YEAR TERM LIMITS FOR LEGISLATORS AND CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS.*To establish term limits for legislators and constitutional officers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00035*771*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT CONCERNING TERM LIMITS FOR CERTAIN LEGISLATORS.*To establish term limits for certain legislators.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00036*891*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT INCREASING LEGISLATIVE TERM OF OFFICE.*To increase the term of office of members of the General Assembly to four years.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00037*634*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF YOLANDA CASTILLO OF MANCHESTER TO BE A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF PARDONS AND PAROLES.**0*0*0*0*1*1*30*44*2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00038*896*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE STATE CONSTITUTION REQUIRING A TWO-THIRDS VOTE TO ENACT NEW UNFUNDED MANDATES.*To require the vote of two-thirds of both chambers of the General Assembly to enact a new unfunded state mandate.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00039*954*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT TO ENACT TERM LIMITS FOR STATE ELECTED OFFICIALS.*To enact term limits on state elected officials.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00040*1067*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PETITIONING CONGRESS TO CONVENE AN ARTICLE V CONVENTION.*To petition Congress to call a constitutional convention.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00041*1357*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE STATE CONSTITUTION TO PERMIT NO-EXCUSE ABSENTEE VOTING.*To eliminate the requirement that an elector satisfy a particular reason specified by law in order to cast an absentee ballot.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00042*700*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT ALLOWING FOR NO-EXCUSE ABSENTEE VOTING.*To eliminate restrictions on a qualified elector's ability to cast an absentee ballot, rather than appearing in person, to vote at an election.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00043*1654*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION AMENDING THE JOINT RULES CONCERNING THE APPOINTMENT OF CHAIRPERSONS.*To amend the joint rules to require legislative committees to be chaired by a chairperson of each party.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00044*2343*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT TO EXPAND ANTI-DISCRIMINATION PROTECTIONS.*To expand anti-discrimination protections under the state Constitution.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00045*2358*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT TO AUTOMATICALLY ADMIT EIGHTEEN-YEAR-OLD STATE RESIDENTS AS ELECTORS.*To automatically register eighteen-year-old state residents to vote without requiring they apply for such registration.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00046*1820*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE STATE CONSTITUTION TO PERMIT THE RECALL OF ELECTED OFFICIALS.*To allow electors to petition for the recall of an elected official.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00047*1447*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT DECREASING THE TERMS OF JUDGES.*To decrease the terms of judges from eight years to six years.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00048*1559*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL ZONING.*To permit municipalities to enact and enforce zoning restrictions without regional or state interference.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00049*1933*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE STATE CONSTITUTION CONCERNING CRIME VICTIMS' RIGHTS.*To provide an opportunity for a remedy when a crime victim's rights are violated.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00050*3642*2021*162*CB *RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE TWENTY-SECOND ANNIVERSARY OF THE CONNECTICUT-TAIWAN SISTER-STATE RELATIONSHIP.**0*0*0*0*0*3*318**2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00051*2182*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT ALLOWING FOR NO-EXCUSE ABSENTEE VOTING.*To eliminate restrictions on a qualified elector's ability to cast an absentee ballot, rather than appearing in person, to vote in an election.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00052*2211*2021*162*PHJ *RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR THE PROPOSED FEDERAL EQUALITY ACT.*To express support for the proposed federal Equality Act.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00053*2644*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING THE ADOPTION OF THE LONG ISLAND SOUND BLUE PLAN.*To approve the Long Island Sound Blue Plan.*0*0*0*0*0*1*115**2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00054*2959*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF AWILDA REASCO OF NEW BRITAIN TO BE APPOINTED A MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION.**0*0*0*0*1*1*34*24*2021-02-05 00:00:00*2021-02-08 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00055*2960*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF ELWOOD EXLEY, JR. OF WEST HARTFORD TO BE APPOINTED A MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION.**0*0*0*0*1*1*35*25*2021-02-05 00:00:00*2021-02-08 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00056*2932*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF MARTHA PALUCH PROU OF BLOOMFIELD TO BE APPOINTED A MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION.**0*0*0*0*1*1*36*26*2021-02-05 00:00:00*2021-02-08 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00057*3039*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF DEBORAH SMITH PALMIERI OF GUILFORD TO BE A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF PARDONS AND PAROLES.**0*0*0*0*1*1*37*27*2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00058*3548*2021*162*HCR *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT TO ALLOW NO-EXCUSE ABSENTEE VOTING.**0*0*0*1*0*2*103**2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00059*3599*2021*162*HCR *RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE STATE CONSTITUTION TO ALLOW FOR EARLY VOTING.**0*0*0*0*0*4*104**2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00060*3028*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF SCOTT A. BARTON OF SEYMOUR TO BE A WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSIONER.**0*0*0*0*1*1*38*28*2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00061*3917*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE ANTHONY P. FUSCO OF BROOKFIELD TO BE A MEMBER OF THE JUDICIAL REVIEW COUNCIL AS AN ALTERNATE FAMILY SUPPORT MAGISTRATE.**0*0*0*0*1*1*42*91*2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00062*3820*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF ROBERT W. CLARK, ESQUIRE, OF DURHAM TO BE A JUDGE OF THE APPELLATE COURT AND A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*43*90*2021-02-26 00:00:00*2021-03-01 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00063*4096*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF CHRISTY L. SCOTT OF BERLIN TO BE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER.**0*0*0*0*1*1*61*92*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00064*4745*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF SHANNON R. TRACY BERGQUIST OF COLCHESTER TO BE APPOINTED A MEMBER OF THE STATE ELECTIONS ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION.**0*0*0*0*1*1*62*86*2021-03-11 00:00:00*2021-03-12 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00065*5026*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF RICHARD BALDUCCI OF DEEP RIVER TO BE A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION.**0*0*0*0*1*1*67*87*2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00066*5028*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF DONALD F. HARRIS, JR. OF BLOOMFIELD TO BE REAPPOINTED A MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION.**0*0*0*0*1*1*68*88*2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00067*5029*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THOMAS M. PATTON OF BRANFORD TO BE APPOINTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CONNECTICUT PORT AUTHORITY.**0*0*0*0*1*1*69*89*2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00068*4801*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF HARVEY ADGERSON.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00069*4803*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF ISAAC C. ALDRICH.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00070*5085*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF LEON ALEXANDER.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00071*4799*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF ELIDIO ALMAGUER.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00072*5086*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF MARK AMBROSE.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00073*4848*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF TRAVIS ANDERSON.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00074*5204*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF TROY ANDERSON.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00075*4860*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE DECISION OF THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER TO DENY THE CLAIM AGAINST THE STATE OF EDWIN ANDINO.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00076*4790*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF BARBARA ANDREWS, ADMINISTRATRIX FOR THE ESTATE OF LAWRENCE MOYE ANDREWS.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00077*5210*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIMS OF CONSTANTINOS ANTONARAS.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00078*4862*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE DECISION OF THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER TO DISMISS THE CLAIM AGAINST THE STATE OF AMERICAN ROCK SALT COMPANY, LLC.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00079*5364*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE DECISION OF THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER TO DISMISS THE CLAIM AGAINST THE STATE OF CARLINE ARISTHENE, ESTATE EXAMINER FOR LIMITED PURPOSES OF THE ESTATE OF KAYDRIENE ARISTHENE.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00080*5147*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF GIANNA BALERNA.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00081*4861*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE DECISION OF THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER TO DENY THE CLAIM AGAINST THE STATE OF JEAN BARJON.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00082*5118*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF ANTHONY BARTON.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00083*5087*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF DARNELL BATTS.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00084*4818*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF KENDRA AND JOHN BECKER.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00085*5181*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF OTIS T. BENJAMIN.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00086*5088*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF YAZMINE BERROA.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00087*4864*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE DECISION OF THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER TO DISMISS THE CLAIM AGAINST THE STATE OF B.J. ALAN COMPANY CT, INC.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00088*5162*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF KELLY BOBBITT.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00089*4836*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF RICHARD BONILLA.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00090*5089*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF ANTHONY BOOTH.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00091*5188*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF SARA BOSCO.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00092*5090*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF BONNIE BOSSI.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00093*4797*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF DEBORAH BOROWSKI-ROBINSON.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00094*4798*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF DONALD BROWN.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00095*5116*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF ANGELA BRITTON.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00096*5130*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF COLLEEN BROWER.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00097*4859*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE DECISION OF THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER TO DENY THE CLAIM AGAINST THE STATE OF CEDRIC BROWN.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00098*5187*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF ROGER BROWN.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00099*5091*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF THOMAS BROWN.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00100*5137*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF DERRICK L. BRYANT.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00101*4838*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF RUBY BRYANT.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00102*5185*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF RAYSHAWN BUGG.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00103*4810*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF JOE BURGOS VEGA.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00104*5092*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF TERRANCE BURTON.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00105*4788*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF ANTHONY CALLEGARI.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00106*5203*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF TONI CAMBY.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00107*5193*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF SUSAN CARDINAL.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00108*4830*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF PATRICK TYRON CARR.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00109*5119*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF ANTHONY CARTIER, ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF AMANDA CARTIER.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00110*5179*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF MICHAEL CASTILLO.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00111*4825*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF MARLON CAVALIERS.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00112*5379*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE DECISION OF THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER TO DENY THE CLAIM AGAINST THE STATE OF ABRAHAM CHEMMARAPPALLY AND SHINYMOL CHEMMARAPPALLY, CO-ADMINISTRATORS OF THE ESTATE OF JEFFNY PALLY.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00113*5093*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF SUNG-LIN CHEN.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00114*5094*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF VYACHESLAV CHEREPOV.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00115*5111*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE DECISIONS OF THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER TO DISMISS THE CLAIMS AGAINST THE STATE OF GREGORY CHRISTOFAKIS.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00116*5175*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF MARY S. CHROMIK, ESQUIRE, ADMINISTRATRIX OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL SHORE.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00117*5295*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF JOSEPH CIMINO.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00118*5383*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE DECISIONS OF THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER TO DISMISS THE CLAIMS AGAINST THE STATE OF MARK CIRIELLO.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00119*5138*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF DIANA CIRILLO, GARY CIRILLO AND GARY CIRILLO, JR.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00120*5297*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF LAUREN CITRON, CO-ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL CITRON.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00121*5298*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF THE CITY OF HARTFORD.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00122*5299*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF IAN COOKE.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00123*4840*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF SHANNON COOLBETH.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00124*5300*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF KEVIN CORNELISON.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00125*4834*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF REHEMA CORNELIUS.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00126*5302*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF JENNIFER CRETELLA.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00127*5384*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE DECISION OF THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER TO DISMISS THE CLAIM AGAINST THE STATE OF C-TECH.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00128*5385*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE DECISION OF THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER TO DISMISS THE CLAIM AGAINST THE STATE OF GREGORY CURRAN.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00129*5170*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF MARK DACONTO.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00130*5140*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF EDWARD A. 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DEYOUNG.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00136*5186*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF RICHARD DIBELLA.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00137*4812*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF JOHN DICKERSON.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00138*4807*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF JANE DOE.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00139*5153*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF JANE DOE AND JOHN DOE, PPA EMILY DOE.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00140*5301*2021*162*HJ *RESOLUTION GRANTING THE CLAIMS COMMISSIONER AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO DISPOSE OF THE CLAIM OF DANIEL 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HUNTER OF GREENWICH TO BE A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MATERIALS INNOVATION AND RECYCLING AUTHORITY.**0*0*0*0*1*1*133**2021-03-29 00:00:00*2021-03-30 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00369*6236*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF SEBASTIAN LOMBARDI OF SIMSBURY TO BE A MEMBER OF THE CONNECTICUT AIRPORT AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS.**0*0*0*0*1*1*193**2021-04-01 00:00:00*2021-04-05 00:00:00**0* ** HJ00370*6237*2021*162*HJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF GREGORY PIECUCH OF HARTFORD TO BE A MEMBER OF THE STATE ELECTIONS ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION.**0*0*0*0*1*1*194**2021-04-01 00:00:00*2021-04-05 00:00:00**0* ** HR00001*506*2021*162*HR *RESOLUTION APPOINTING CHARLES AUGUR OF MIDDLEFIELD AS ASSISTANT CLERK OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-06 00:00:00**0* ** HR00002*512*2021*162*HR *RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE HOUSE RULES.**0*0*0*0*0*19***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-06 00:00:00**0* ** HR00003*503*2021*162*HR *RESOLUTION RAISING A COMMITTEE TO CANVASS THE VOTES FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVES.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-06 00:00:00**0* ** HR00004*505*2021*162*HR *RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE PRINTING OF THE JOURNAL.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-06 00:00:00**0* ** HR00005*508*2021*162*HR *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF REVEREND ERICA THOMPSON OF WEST HARTFORD AS CHAPLAIN OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-06 00:00:00**0* ** HR00006*514*2021*162*HR *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATIONS OF REVEREND MARICHAL MONTS OF HARTFORD, RABBI DONNA BERMAN OF NEW HARTFORD, AND REVEREND ASHLEY "AJ" JOHNSON OF HARTFORD, AS DEPUTY CHAPLAINS OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-06 00:00:00**0* ** HR00007*583*2021*162*HR *RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT IN ROBERT BARFIELD, ET AL. V. ANGEL QUIROS, IN HIS OFFICIAL CAPACITY AS COMMISSIONER, CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION.**0*0*0*0*0*1*32**2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** HR00008*725*2021*162*HN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF MARK BOUGHTON OF DANBURY TO BE COMMISSIONER OF REVENUE SERVICES.**0*0*0*0*1*1*31**2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** HR00009*1847*2021*162*PHR *RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE RIGHT TO SELF-DETERMINATION AND INDEPENDENCE OF THE REPUBLIC OF ARTSAKH.*To recognize the right to self-determination and independence of the Republic of Artsakh.*0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** HR00010*2667*2021*162*HN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF ANGEL QUIROS, JR. OF WINDSOR TO BE COMMISSIONER OF CORRECTION.**0*0*0*0*1*1*33**2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** HR00011*4075*2021*162*HR *RESOLUTION PROPOSING APPROVAL OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT AND THE ADMINISTRATIVE & RESIDUAL EMPLOYEES UNION.**0*0*0*0*0*1*63**2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** HR00012*6307*2021*162*HR *RESOLUTION PROPOSING APPROVAL OF A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND THE INTERNATIONAL UNION, UNITED AUTOMOBILE, AEROSPACE AND AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT WORKERS OF AMERICA (UAW), LOCAL UNION 6950.**0*0*0*0*0*1*397**2021-04-01 00:00:00*2021-04-05 00:00:00**0* ** SB00001*5009*2021*162*CB *AN ACT EQUALIZING COMPREHENSIVE ACCESS TO MENTAL, BEHAVIORAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH CARE IN RESPONSE TO THE PANDEMIC.*To equalize comprehensive access to mental, behavioral and physical health care in response to the pandemic.*0*0*0*1*0*32**295*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00002*4232*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING SOCIAL EQUITY AND THE HEALTH, SAFETY AND EDUCATION OF CHILDREN.*To (1) establish a youth suicide prevention training program, (2) require certain licensed health care professionals to complete mental health and suicide screening and prevention training, (3) permit minors to receive more than six outpatient mental health treatment sessions without the consent of a parent or guardian, (4) require local and regional boards of education to integrate the principles and practices of social-emotional learning into programs of professional development and statements of educational goals, (5) permit parents to attend parent-teacher conferences remotely, (6) require additional parent-teacher conferences during periods when a school district conducts school sessions remotely, (7) require the provision of information by teachers concerning safety, mental health and food insecurity during such conferences, (8) permit local and regional boards of education to provide instruction to high school students remotely and prohibit such boards from deeming absent a student who attends school remotely, (9) require local and regional boards of education to permit students to take up to four mental health wellness days per school year, (10) require the collection of adverse childhood experiences data by local and regional boards of education and the Department of Education, (11) require the Commissioner of Children and Families to provide children in the care and custody of the commissioner remote visitation opportunities in lieu of in-person visitation, in the event of a pandemic or outbreak of communicable disease, (12) require the Commissioner of Children and Families to develop a policy requiring the cessation of in-person visitation on a case-by-case basis in the event that such visitation could result in the contraction of a communicable disease by one or more participants, (13) expand the operation of the Department of Children and Families telephone Careline to accommodate the receipt and provision of information concerning child abuse and neglect by text message, (14) require the Commissioner of Children and Families to provide certain notice to parents and guardians in the event that the commissioner is considering removal of a child from the home, and the services of a translator, if necessary, during any meeting to discuss such removal, (15) require the Commissioner of Early Childhood to develop and implement a plan to expand the birth-to-three program to provide early intervention services to children five years of age and under and eliminate parent fees for such services, (16) require the Commissioner of Education to establish an Internet access grant program for local and regional boards of education to provide students, educators and staff with Internet access during school sessions that are conducted remotely, and (17) establish a task force to study the comprehensive needs of children in the state.*0*0*0*1*0*49**175*2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00003*4873*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING DIVERSE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY, WORKER PROTECTIONS AND SMALL BUSINESS REVITALIZATION.*To grow the economy by supporting diverse economic opportunities, worker protections and small business revitalization.*0*0*0*1*0*15**218*2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00004*4329*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING DATA PRIVACY, NET NEUTRALITY, CYBER SECURITY AND FAIRNESS IN DATA USAGE IN THE NEW AGE OF A DIGITAL WORKFORCE.*To: (1) Require the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority to apply net neutrality principles to broadband Internet access service providers and enforce such principles with civil penalties; (2) direct the authority to conduct studies on cybersecurity and data privacy laws in the state; and (3) extend the crime of stalking in the second degree to certain electronic disclosures of personal identifiable information without consent; and (4) establish a civil action for victims of such crime and require school boards to post existing suicide prevention policies and procedures on their Internet web sites.*0*0*0*0*0*17***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00005*5623*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING INCREASED OPPORTUNITIES FOR ABSENTEE VOTING, SAFE AND SECURE IN-PERSON VOTING AND VOTER REGISTRATION.*To make several changes to election laws designed to increase opportunities for absentee voting, safe and secure in-person voting and voter registration.*0*0*0*0*0*48***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** SB00006*5651*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORMS.*To make various changes relating to (1) restraining orders, (2) family violence victim advocates, (3) cash bonds, (4) U Nonimmigrant Status, (5) social services for domestic violence victims, (6) insurance discrimination, (7) counsel for people seeking restraining orders, and (8) crimes based on bigotry or bias.*0*0*0*0*0*45***2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00007*34*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RAISING THE PERSONAL NEEDS ALLOWANCE FOR CERTAIN RESIDENTS OF LONG-TERM CARE INSTITUTIONS.*To increase the amount of money residents of long-term care institutions who receive medical assistance may keep for personal needs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00008*74*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING OFF-SHORE DRILLING AND MAPPING FOR GAS AND OIL.*To prohibit offshore drilling and mapping for oil and gas.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00009*75*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE EFFECTS OF SODIUM CHLORIDE ON PRIVATE WELLS AND PUBLIC DRINKING WATER SUPPLIES.*To mitigate the environmental effects of sodium chloride that is used for ice and snow melt on road surfaces.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00010*76*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING DISABLED VETERANS FROM THE PASSPORT TO THE PARKS VEHICLE REGISTRATION FEE.*To exempt disabled veterans from the Passport to the Parks fee.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00011*77*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF PFAS IN FIREFIGHTING FOAMS.*To prohibit the use of PFAS in firefighting foams and establish a take-back program for such chemicals.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00012*79*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PERSONAL INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE PREMIUMS.*To establish a personal income tax deduction for premiums paid for long-term care insurance.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00013*80*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING BREASTFEEDING SUPPLIES FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt breastfeeding supplies from the sales and use taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00014*78*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR A FARM BUILDING.*To increase the maximum amount of property tax exemption a municipality may opt to provide for a farm building.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00015*172*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR ABSENTEE BALLOTS.*To allow any eligible elector to electronically request an absentee ballot through the Secretary of the State's Internet web site.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00016*83*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DESIGNATING CONNECTICUT RACE AMITY DAY.*To designate the second Sunday in June of each year as Connecticut Race Amity Day.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00017*111*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE MAXIMUM PENALTY FOR WRONGFUL DENIALS UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.*To increase the maximum penalty for the wrongful denial of any right created by the Freedom of Information Act.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00018*87*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TUITION WAIVERS FOR DEPENDENT CHILDREN OF PERMANENTLY DISABLED VETERANS AT PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To waive the payment of tuition at public institutions of higher education for the dependent children of veterans who are permanently and totally disabled and reside in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00019*95*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH COVERAGE FOR OUTPATIENT PSYCHOTROPIC DRUGS.*To prohibit health insurance policies providing coverage for outpatient prescription drugs, and mental health care benefits provided under state law, with state funds or to state employees, from: (1) Requiring a prescribing health care provider to prescribe an outpatient psychotropic drug in a quantity that the provider deems clinically inappropriate; or (2) imposing increased cost-sharing for less than a ninety-day supply of a covered outpatient psychotropic drug if a prescribing health care provider deems a ninety-day supply of such drug to be clinically inappropriate.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00020*96*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING INSURERS FROM ACQUIRING ANY OWNERSHIP INTEREST IN MEDICAL PRACTICES.*To prohibit an insurer from acquiring any ownership interest in a medical practice in this state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00021*97*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE.*To: (1) Cap certain long-term care insurance premium rate increases at the rate of inflation for long-term care insurance policies for three years; (2) require an insurer that purchases a group long-term care insurance policy from another insurer to honor the contractual obligations of the transferring insurer to the consumer as determined on the date that the transferring insurer delivered or issued such policy to the consumer; and (3) establish the Consumer Advocacy Group Regarding Long-Term Care Insurance to advise the General Assembly regarding long-term care insurance.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00022*110*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PUBLIC OPTIONS FOR HEALTH CARE IN CONNECTICUT.*To: (1) Establish the ConnectHealth Program, the ConnectHealth Trust Account and the ConnectHealth Advisory Board; (2) require the Comptroller, in consultation with the ConnectHealth Advisory Board and the Office of Health Strategy, to establish the ConnectHealth Plan; (3) authorize the Comptroller to offer coverage to plan participants and beneficiaries in this state under a multiemployer plan, nonprofit employers and their employees, and small employers and their employees; and (4) require the Commissioner of Social Services to seek to amend the federal waiver for the state-wide dental plan that provides for the administration of the dental services portion of the department's medical assistance to expand coverage to include additional individuals in this state.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00023*102*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REQUIRED HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR DETOXIFICATION AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES.*To modify required health insurance coverage for detoxification and substance abuse services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00024*103*2021*162*PB *AN ACT LIMITING CHANGES TO PRESCRIPTION DRUG FORMULARIES AND LISTS OF COVERED DRUGS.*To limit the circumstances in which a health carrier may remove a prescription drug from a drug formulary or list of covered drugs, or move a prescription drug to a different cost-sharing tier, during a plan year.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00025*104*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR THE PERIL OF COLLAPSE AND CERTAIN STRUCTURAL MITIGATION.*To require homeowners insurance policies to provide coverage for: (1) The peril of collapse; and (2) mitigation undertaken to prevent all or part of the covered dwelling from falling down or caving in.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00026*105*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CRUMBLING CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS.*To: (1) Extend the sunset date for Connecticut Foundation Solutions Indemnity Company, Inc.; and (2) require the Insurance Commissioner to study methods available to accelerate responses by insurers to claims under homeowners insurance policies for foundation deterioration due to the presence of pyrrhotite.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00027*106*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REQUIRED HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR SPECIALIZED FORMULAS.*To require health insurance coverage for specialized formulas for individuals twelve years of age and older.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00028*107*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR SEVERE OBESITY TREATMENT.*To require health insurance coverage for certain surgical procedures performed, and certain outpatient prescription drugs prescribed, to treat severe obesity.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00029*108*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HIGH DEDUCTIBLE HEALTH PLANS, QUALIFIED HEALTH PLANS AND DISCRIMINATION AGAINST PERSONS ON THE BASIS OF SEXUAL ORIENTATION OR GENDER IDENTITY.*To: (1) Require certain high deductible health plans to apply annual deductibles on a calendar year basis; (2) require certain health care providers to promptly refund excess cost-sharing payments for covered benefits; (3) require certain qualified health plans offered through the Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange to cover certain benefits, have a minimum actuarial value of at least seventy per cent and offer a broad provider network; (4) prohibit life insurers from discriminating against persons on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity; and (5) make changes to various provisions of the general statutes concerning high deductible health plans to more closely conform to provisions of the Internal Revenue Code concerning health savings accounts and medical savings accounts.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00030*100*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING DENTAL INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR CHILDREN, STEPCHILDREN AND OTHER DEPENDENT CHILDREN.*To allow children, stepchildren and other dependent children to retain dental insurance coverage under their parents' insurance policies until they attain the age of twenty-six or obtain substitute coverage through an employer.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00031*101*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LIVING ORGAN DONOR INSURANCE DISCRIMINATION.*To: (1) Prohibit certain insurers from discriminating against an individual solely because the individual is a living organ donor; and (2) provide that such discrimination constitutes a violation of the Connecticut Unfair Insurance Practices Act.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00032*99*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SETTLEMENT AND DISPOSITION OF HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE CLAIMS.*To require each insurer that delivers or issues a homeowners insurance policy in this state to settle or otherwise dispose of a claim under the policy not later than forty-five days after the claim is made.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00033*98*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CONTRACTS BETWEEN HEALTH CARRIERS AND HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS.*To prohibit a health carrier from: (1) Requiring a contracting health care provider to collect any cost-sharing payment due and owing from an insured for a covered benefit that the health care provider provided to the insured; and (2) reducing any payment to a contracting health care provider due to an insured's nonpayment or partial payment of the insured's cost-sharing liability for a covered benefit that the health care provider provided to the insured.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00034*94*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING CERTAIN HEALTH CARRIERS AND PHARMACY BENEFITS MANAGERS FROM EMPLOYING COPAY ACCUMULATOR PROGRAMS.*To require certain health carriers and pharmacy benefits managers to give credit for payments made by third parties for the amount of, or any portion of the amount of, an insured's or enrollee's cost-sharing liability for a covered benefit.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00035*2588*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION EXPENSES FOR CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS ADOPTED THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES' FOSTER CARE PROGRAM.*To expand the policy for financial assistance for post-secondary education expenses to youths adopted on or after January 1, 2001 through the Department of Children and Families foster care program.*0*0*0*0*0*2**54*2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00036*2590*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING SCHOOL LUNCH DEBT.*To prohibit disciplinary action against public school children for unpaid school lunch charges and to allow any public or private parties to donate to payoff such debt.*0*0*0*1*0*3**55*2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00037*125*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REASSESSMENT OF RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS WITH DEFECTIVE CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS AND QUARRY GEOLOGICAL SOURCE REPORTING.*To permit any owner of a residential building with a foundation made of defective concrete to obtain a reassessment of such building, which shall remain valid until such foundation is repaired or replaced, and to require quarries that produce aggregate for use in concrete to annually prepare a geological source report.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00038*124*2021*162*PB *AN ACT LOWERING THE AGE OF ELIGIBILITY FOR PROPERTY TAX RELIEF FOR SENIOR CITIZENS.*To increase the number of elderly residents eligible for property tax relief and permit municipalities to exempt from taxation one motor vehicle belonging to a person seventy-one years of age or older who has resided in the municipality for not less than forty years.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00039*123*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REORGANIZATION OF THE ZONING ENABLING ACT AND THE PROMOTION OF MUNICIPAL COMPLIANCE.*To reorganize the Zoning Enabling Act and promote municipal compliance with said act.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00040*127*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALE OF ELECTRONIC NICOTINE DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND VAPOR PRODUCTS WITHIN FIVE MILES OF A SCHOOL.*To decrease the risk of children being exposed to and using electronic nicotine delivery systems and vapor products.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00041*128*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALE OF REFILLABLE ELECTRONIC NICOTINE DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND VAPOR PRODUCTS IN THE STATE.*To prohibit the sale of refillable electronic nicotine delivery systems and vapor products in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00042*81*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO IDENTITY DOCUMENTS BY HOMELESS YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS.*To waive the fee for a certified copy of a birth certificate for youth and young adults who are homeless to enable them to obtain identity documents for purposes of accessing employment, participating in community-based programs and obtaining housing and other supports.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00043*117*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MEDICAL GUILD.*To allow physicians to establish a medical guild.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00044*43*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ONLINE SALE AND DELIVERY OF ELECTRONIC NICOTINE DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND VAPOR PRODUCTS.*To require online sellers of electronic nicotine delivery systems and vapor products to require purchasers of such systems and products to (1) provide identification at the time of purchase, and (2) ensure that the name on such identification matches the name on the method of payment used to make the purchase.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00045*109*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COLLECTION EFFORTS BY HOSPITALS AND COLLECTION AGENTS AGAINST UNINSURED AND UNDERINSURED PATIENTS.*To restrict the: (1) Amount that a hospital or collection agent may recover from an uninsured or underinsured patient for the unpaid cost of health care; and (2) manner in which a hospital or collection agent may secure or recover payment for such unpaid cost.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00046*153*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE GREATER HARTFORD MOBILITY STUDY.*To expedite the completion of the Greater Hartford Mobility Study.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00047*148*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FLASHING LIGHTS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE VEHICLES.*To include members of an emergency response unit of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection providing environmental emergency services among those authorized to display flashing lights.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-05 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00048*2902*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING ADDITIONAL HOUSING PROTECTIONS FOR VICTIMS OF FAMILY VIOLENCE OR SEXUAL ASSAULT.*To allow a person who has a valid order of protection to request that such person's landlord change the locks to the person's dwelling unit or permit such person to change the locks.*0*0*0*1*0*6**141*2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00049*3271*2021*162*CB *AN ACT INCREASING OPPORTUNITIES FOR WORKFORCE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT IN THE STATE.*To establish the workforce housing development program in opportunity zones and to create additional opportunities for workforce housing development in other parts of the state using tax credits, fee waivers and property tax abatement.*0*0*0*0*0*16**142*2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB00050*92*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE HEALTHY HOUSING ASSISTANCE PILOT PROGRAM.*To establish a pilot program to provide rental assistance certificates to enable families who have children with persistent asthma to move to healthier environments.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-06 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00051*309*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE PREMIUM RATE INCREASES.*To impose an annual cap on long-term care insurance premium rate increases.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-06 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00052*308*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING OUT-OF-NETWORK HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS.*To require an out-of-network health care provider to inform an insured that the provider is out-of-network, and provide the insured with an opportunity to decline to receive health care services from the provider, before the provider provides health care services to the insured.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-06 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00053*131*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING THE REQUIREMENT FOR A CERTIFICATE OF NEED FOR CARDIAC HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS TO INVEST IN NEW FACILITIES OR EQUIPMENT.*To allow timely access to cardiac health care services that can mean life or death for patients in cardiac distress.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00054*130*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO EVALUATE THE EFFICACY OF THE STATE'S CERTIFICATE OF NEED PROGRAM AND ITS IMPACT ON THE HEALTH CARE SYSTEM.*To establish a task force to evaluate the state's certificate of need program and its impact on the health care system.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00055*129*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DESIGNATING RACISM AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CRISIS IN THE STATE AND ESTABLISHING A COMMISSION TO STUDY THE IMPACT OF INSTITUTIONAL RACISM ON PUBLIC HEALTH.*To designate racism as a public health crisis in the state and establish a commission to study the impact of institutional racism on public health.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00056*1705*2021*162*CB *AN ACT DETERRING AGE DISCRIMINATION IN EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS.*To deter age discrimination by prohibiting questions regarding age in preliminary employment applications.*0*0*0*0*0*9*353*52*2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00057*235*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RECALCULATION OR CAPPING OF CERTAIN STATE EMPLOYEE PENSIONS.*To lower state employee retirement costs by capping or recalculating certain high-cost pensions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00058*38*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING FUNDING FOR TOBACCO PREVENTION AND CESSATION EFFORTS.*To provide an additional twelve million dollars in the state budget for tobacco prevention and cessation efforts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00059*41*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MORTGAGE FORBEARANCE FOR OWNERS OF HOMES WITH CRUMBLING FOUNDATIONS.*To require certain residential mortgage loans to include a provision that authorizes mortgage forbearance if the home requires repairs related to the presence of pyrrhotite in the foundation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00060*303*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PERMITTING PROCESS FOR ANAEROBIC DIGESTERS.*To provide energy production and clean waste disposal to rural communities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00061*302*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RESIDENTIAL WELLS CONTAMINATED BY ROAD SALTS.*To reduce contamination of residential wells.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00062*255*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE IMPORT AND TRADE OF THE BIG SIX AFRICAN SPECIES.*To prohibit the import and trade of the big six African species.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00063*364*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE HUNTING OF BLACK BEAR IN LITCHFIELD COUNTY.*To provide authorization and procedures for bear hunting in Litchfield County.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00064*265*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF CHLORPYRIFOS.*To ban the use of chlorpyrifos.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00065*262*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING MUNICIPALITIES TO REGULATE PESTICIDE APPLICATIONS.*To allow towns to more stringently regulate pesticide use.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00066*261*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF WILD ANIMALS IN CIRCUSES, CARNIVALS AND EXHIBITIONS.*To prohibit the use of wild animals in circuses and exhibitions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00067*226*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PESTICIDE REGULATION.*To eliminate the use of toxic pesticides that affect the environment and human health.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00068*70*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A BROADBAND INTERNET TASK FORCE.*To create a task force to examine broadband Internet in the state of Connecticut and make recommendations to the General Assembly regarding high-speed Internet access, provider selection and market competition to improve service quality.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00069*71*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A PROHIBITION ON PUBLICLY TRADED UTILITY COMPANIES.*To prohibit the stock of any public utility company from being traded on any stock exchange.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00070*73*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS AND NET NEUTRALITY PRINCIPLES.*To require Internet service providers to register and pay registration fees and to require the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority to apply net neutrality principles to Internet service providers and enforce such principles with civil penalties.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00071*305*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE WINDHAM-TOLLAND 4-H CAMP IN POMFRET.*To authorize bonds of the state to provide funding for the Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp in Pomfret.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00072*304*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FINALIZATION AND AVAILABILITY OF TAX FORMS FOR THE ENSUING YEAR.*To require the Department of Revenue Services to finalize and make available all tax forms by December first of each year preceding the filing year for which such forms are to be utilized.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00073*306*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AUDITS OF STATE-FUNDED PROGRAMS.*To ensure transparency of the use of state funds.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00074*368*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE DISAPPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE ORDERS ISSUED PURSUANT TO AN EMERGENCY DECLARATION.*To provide for equitable review of an executive order by the legislative committee having cognizance over the subject matter of an executive order.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00075*371*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE SIBERIAN HUSKY AS THE STATE DOG.*To establish the Siberian Husky as the state dog.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00076*243*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ADOPTING THE CONNECTICUT PARENTAGE ACT.*To adopt and implement the Connecticut Parentage Act.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00077*257*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FAMILY COURT PROCEEDINGS INVOLVING ALLEGATIONS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.*To: (1) Identify, address and adjudicate the full scope of domestic abuse, domestic violence and child abuse cases in family court; (2) prevent the escalation and continuation of abuse in such cases; and (3) identify and protect the victims of such violence and abuse at the earliest stage possible.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00078*115*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROBATE COURT ORDERS RELATING TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF ELECTROCONVULSIVE THERAPY.*To remove the forty-five day limit relating to an order of the Probate Court authorizing the administration of electroconvulsive therapy to an individual who is unable to give informed consent to such therapy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00079*114*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DIVERSION OF PERSONS FROM THE JUDICIAL SYSTEM TO THE CUSTODY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES.*To provide that any person in the care and custody of the Department of Developmental Services be diverted at the time of an arrest from the judicial system back to the direct custody of the Department of Developmental Services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00080*113*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE TIME FRAME FOR PRESENTING A CLAIM AGAINST THE STATE IN CERTAIN INSTANCES.*To increase the time frame for a falsely accused criminal defendant to bring a civil action against a state institution of higher education for significant harm caused to the individual that is attributable to the false accusation and the actions of the institution of higher education.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00081*112*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE CRIMINAL PENALTIES FOR MALICIOUS PROSECUTION.*To increase the criminal penalties for malicious prosecution.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00082*93*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING DRIVERS OF PARATRANSIT VEHICLES TO BE MANDATED REPORTERS OF SUSPECTED ABUSE, NEGLECT, EXPLOITATION OR ABANDONMENT OF ELDERLY PERSONS.*To help ensure the safety and well-being of elderly persons by adding drivers of paratransit vehicles to the list of mandated reporters of suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation or abandonment of such persons.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00083*373*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FOR RESIDENTS WHO ABANDON STATE RESIDENCY.*To prohibit public assistance for persons who leave the state for more than thirty days.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00084*374*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING STATE RESIDENTS FROM USING ELECTRONIC BENEFIT TRANSFER CARDS OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES.*To prohibit state residents from using electronic benefit transfer cards issued by the state outside the United States.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00085*88*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE EMERGENCY MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.*To expand the Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00086*4655*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE HOMELESSNESS RESPONSE SYSTEM TO ALLOCATE RESOURCES FOR THE HOMELESS AND TO PREVENT HOMELESSNESS.*To establish the Homelessness Response System to provide increased funding for the coordinated access networks and the United Way of Connecticut 2-1-1 Infoline program for housing resources.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-08 00:00:00*2021-03-09 00:00:00**0* ** SB00087*2862*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN PROTECTIONS FOR GROUP AND FAMILY CHILD CARE HOMES.*To clarify and enforce protections for licensed group child care homes and licensed family child care homes and prevent landlords from placing restrictions on the operation of such homes.*0*0*0*1*0*12**143*2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00088*35*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RENTAL ASSISTANCE FOR SENIOR CITIZENS AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.*To make it easier for senior citizens and persons with disabilities to apply for rental relief.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00089*2683*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING TRAVEL INSURANCE AND SUICIDE.*To prohibit insurance companies that issue travel insurance policies in this state from excluding coverage because the insured or the insured's spouse, child, dependent relative who resides in the insured's household or traveling companion commits suicide.*0*0*0*1*0*2*354*205*2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* *A* SB00090*375*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR CERTAIN SURGICAL PROCEDURES PERFORMED TO TREAT SEVERE OBESITY.*To require health insurance coverage for certain surgical procedures performed to treat severe obesity.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00091*296*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RECIPROCAL TUITION ASSISTANCE FOR CHILDREN ADOPTED OUT OF FOSTER CARE IN NEIGHBORING STATES.*To provide opportunities for children adopted out of foster care to receive tuition assistance.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00092*2646*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX CREDIT FOR EMPLOYERS THAT MAKE PAYMENTS TOWARD CHILD CARE COSTS OF EMPLOYEES.*To provide a tax credit to employers that make payments for the child care costs of employees who reside in the state.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-02-08 00:00:00*2021-02-09 00:00:00**0* ** SB00093*377*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE EXPIRATION OF CERTAIN LAND USE PERMITS.*To provide that no land use permit issued to an individual pursuant to section 8-3, 8-26c, 8-26g or 22a-42a of the general statutes that relates to the same parcel of land shall expire until the expiration date associated with the last of such permits issued to such individual.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00094*122*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN MUNICIPAL AGREEMENTS TO FIX ASSESSMENTS.*To allow the boards of selectmen, instead of the town meetings, of certain municipalities to enter into certain agreements to fix assessments.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00095*299*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE IMPOSITION OF LINE CHARGES FOR CERTAIN WATER LINES.*To prohibit water companies from imposing line charges on municipalities for certain water lines.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00096*139*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NEWBORN INFANT HEALTH SCREENING.*To require health screening of newborn infants not earlier than twenty-four hours after and not later than forty-eight hours after the birth of such infant and to add various metabolic and genetic disorders to the newborn infant screening panel.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00097*138*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF CATERED FOOD AND BEVERAGES IN FUNERAL HOMES.*To enable funeral directors to offer catered food and beverages to persons attending funeral services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00098*134*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING FOOD RETAILERS AND CONVENIENCE STORES LOCATED IN URBAN AREAS TO OFFER HEALTHY FOOD OPTIONS.*To help eliminate health disparities between urban and suburban populations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00099*137*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING COVENANTS NOT TO COMPETE INVOLVING PHYSICIANS.*To prohibit covenants not to compete involving physicians.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00100*3924*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING INTERSEX PERSONS.*To extend various health and legal protections to persons with intersex conditions.*0*0*0*0*0*12***2021-02-26 00:00:00*2021-03-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00101*489*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION FOR THE CHIEF MEDICAL EXAMINER.*To prevent sudden unexpected death in epilepsy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00102*3937*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CERTIFICATION OF MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAINING PROGRAMS.*To expand the organizations that may certify mental health first aid training programs.*0*0*0*1*0*3**258*2021-02-26 00:00:00*2021-03-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00103*263*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PACKAGING OF CERTAIN OPIOID DRUGS.*To reduce the amount of unused opioid drugs thereby reducing opportunities for misuse, abuse, inappropriate access and overdose of opioid drugs and potentially reducing the number of people who develop opioid use disorders.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00104*378*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF GUIDE DOGS AND ASSISTANCE DOGS.*To prohibit anyone from asking an individual the reason for using a guide dog or assistance dog as a condition of bringing the dog onto public transportation or into a place of public accommodation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00105*136*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A MINIMUM STAFFING LEVEL FOR NURSES IN INTENSIVE CARE UNITS.*To require safe staffing levels of nurses in intensive care units.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00106*135*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING NURSE'S AIDES TO ADMINISTER VACCINES.*To increase the number of medical staff who may vaccinate patients in a time when the demand for such staff exceeds the supply.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00107*133*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH CARE FOR INMATES OF CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS.*To improve the provision of health care to inmates.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00108*132*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING THE REQUIREMENT FOR A CERTIFICATE OF NEED FOR SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER TREATMENT FACILITIES.*To increase access to programs offering substance use disorder treatment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00109*141*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PERFLUOROALKYL AND POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES.*To limit the public's exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00110*264*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING AN AUTOMATIC EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATOR IN HEALTH CLUBS AND ATHLETIC FACILITIES.*To require health clubs and athletic facilities to provide and maintain automatic external defibrillators.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00111*142*2021*162*PB *AN ACT LIMITING THE USE OF PERFLUOROALKYL AND POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES AND EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE IN FOOD PACKAGING.*To limit the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances and expanded polystyrene in food packaging.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00112*143*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INDOOR AIR QUALITY IN SCHOOLS.*To require local and regional boards of education to maintain healthy indoor air quality in their schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00113*144*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALE OF FLAVORED CIGARETTES, TOBACCO PRODUCTS, ELECTRONIC NICOTINE DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND VAPOR PRODUCTS.*To make cigarettes, tobacco products, electronic nicotine delivery systems and vapor products less attractive to young people.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00114*145*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING DECEPTIVE ADVERTISING PRACTICES OF LIMITED SERVICES PREGNANCY CENTERS.*To prohibit deceptive advertising practices by limited services pregnancy centers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00115*4678*2021*162*CB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALE OF CIGARETTES, TOBACCO PRODUCTS, ELECTRONIC NICOTINE DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND VAPOR PRODUCTS BY HEALTH CARE FACILITIES, PHARMACIES AND PLACES OF BUSINESS WITH A PHARMACY LOCATED THEREIN.*To prohibit the sale of cigarettes, tobacco products, electronic nicotine delivery systems and vapor products by health care facilities, pharmacies and places of business with a pharmacy located therein.*0*0*0*1*0*4**296*2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00116*147*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MENTAL HEALTH TRAINING OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PERSONNEL.*To permit additional organizations to certify instructors that provide mental health first aid training to emergency medical services personnel and require mental health first aid training for recertification of emergency medical services personnel.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00117*151*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOMEMAKER AND COMPANION SERVICES.*To better protect individuals using homemaker and companion services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00118*140*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING WATER QUALITY NOTIFICATION.*To require the owner of a property supplied by a public well or a well for semipublic use to notify each tenant and lessee of such property of the results of certain water quality tests.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00119*4251*2021*162*CB *AN ACT EXEMPTING VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANIES AND DEPARTMENTS AND VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE SERVICES AND COMPANIES FROM THE FEE FOR A CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORDS CHECK.*To exempt volunteer fire companies and departments and volunteer ambulance services and companies from the fee for a criminal history records check.*0*0*0*0*0*4**196*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00120*4219*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ALLOWING POLICE OFFICERS TO WEAR RELIGIOUS HEAD COVERINGS AS PART OF A POLICE UNIFORM.*To permit a police officer to wear a religious head covering in accordance with such officer's religious beliefs while on duty and wearing a uniform.*0*0*0*1*0*2**197*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00121*2903*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO DIAPER CHANGING STATIONS IN PUBLIC BUILDINGS.*To amend the State Building Code to require diaper changing tables that are accessible to women and men in all newly constructed or substantially renovated public buildings that include at least one restroom open to the public.*0*0*0*1*0*2**206*2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00122*2892*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A UNIT WITHIN THE DIVISION OF STATE POLICE TO INVESTIGATE HATE CRIMES AND CRIMINAL ACTS COMMITTED BY EXTREMIST GROUPS.*To establish a unit within the State Police to investigate hate crimes and criminal acts committed by extremist groups.*0*0*0*1*0*3**198*2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00123*2866*2021*162*CB *AN ACT INCREASING THE PENALTY FOR THE INTENTIONAL INJURY OF A POLICE ANIMAL OR DOG IN A VOLUNTEER CANINE SEARCH AND RESCUE TEAM.*To increase the penalty for intentionally injuring a police animal or dog in a volunteer canine search and rescue team.*0*0*0*0*0*3**95*2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00124*381*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR FIRE SCHOOLS.*To establish a task force to examine funding for fire schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00125*173*2021*162*PB *AN ACT LIMITING MULTIPLE HANDGUN PURCHASES IN A THIRTY-DAY PERIOD.*To prohibit anyone from purchasing more than one handgun within any thirty-day period.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00126*160*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LAW ENFORCEMENT UNIT ACCREDITATION AND STANDARDS.*To allow law enforcement units to comply with either the standards of the Police Officer Standards and Training Council or the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00127*5774*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SALE OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES IN THE STATE.*To permit electric vehicle manufacturers to sell electric vehicles directly to the consumer.*0*0*0*0*0*9**259*2021-03-22 00:00:00*2021-03-23 00:00:00**0* ** SB00128*258*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR CONNECTICUT'S TRANSPORTATION FUTURE.*To establish long-term, sustainable funding for the Special Transportation Fund by authorizing the Department of Transportation to construct, maintain and operate electronic tolling systems on Interstate Route 84, Interstate Route 91, Interstate Route 95 and portions of Connecticut Route 15.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00129*158*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MEDICAL MARIJUANA FOR VETERANS.*To exempt veterans from the fees for registration and written certification for medical marijuana and to establish a process to identify veterans who qualify as patients for medical marijuana.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00130*460*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A GREEN ALERT SYSTEM FOR MISSING VETERANS.*To establish a green alert system to notify the public that a veteran is missing.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00131*159*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR GOLD STAR PARENTS AND SURVIVING SPOUSES.*To permit municipalities to exempt the income of Gold Star parents or a surviving spouse when determining the property tax exemption under section 12-81ii of the general statutes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00132*156*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROVIDING CERTAIN BENEFITS TO HMONG LAOTIAN SPECIAL GUERILLA UNITS WHO SERVED IN THE KINGDOM OF LAOS.*To provide certain benefits to members of the Hmong Laotian special guerilla units who served in the secret war in the Kingdom of Laos during the Vietnam War.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00133*155*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING DISABLED VETERANS FROM THE PASSPORT TO THE PARKS FEE WHEN REGISTERING A MOTOR VEHICLE.*To exempt disabled veterans from the Passport to the Parks fee when registering a motor vehicle.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00134*467*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE COMPTROLLER TO FUND THE UNFUNDED PENSION LIABILITY PORTION OF FRINGE BENEFIT COSTS FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT HEALTH CENTER.*To facilitate the privatization of The University of Connecticut Health Center, or the ability of the health center to enter into public-private partnerships.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** SB00135*72*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF HIGH PERFORMANCE GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS FOR VOLUNTARY ADOPTION BY MUNICIPALITIES.*To permit adoption of residential and commercial building construction standards by municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** SB00136*464*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RESTRICTING THE APPLICATION OF THE PASSPORT TO THE PARKS VEHICLE REGISTRATION FEE.*To reduce the impact of the Passport to the Parks vehicle registration fee for certain motor vehicle owners.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** SB00137*463*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE FEEDING OF BLACK BEARS, ESTABLISHING A WILDLIFE ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN HAZING TECHNIQUES IN MUNICIPALITIES WITH A SIGNIFICANT NUMBER OF BLACK BEAR SIGHTINGS.*To address black bear sighting and safety issues.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** SB00138*4978*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING PRESIDENTIAL ELECTORS.*To nullify the vote of, remove and replace any faithless presidential elector.*0*0*0*1*0*2**271*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00139*171*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING MEAD TO BE SOLD BY THE HOLDER OF A GIFT BASKET RETAILER PERMIT.*To add mead to the list of permissible alcoholic beverages sold under the gift basket retailer permit.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** SB00140*120*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE STATE WORKFORCE AND RETIRING EMPLOYEES.*To establish a task force to study the state workforce and retiring employees.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** SB00141*5495*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY CANCER RELIEF BENEFITS FOR FIREFIGHTERS.*To establish a task force to study cancer relief benefits for firefighters.*0*0*0*1*0*3**167*2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB00142*119*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING WORKERS' COMPENSATION BENEFITS FOR CERTAIN MENTAL OR EMOTIONAL IMPAIRMENTS TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PERSONNEL, DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION EMPLOYEES AND DISPATCHERS.*To extend workers' compensation benefits for certain mental or emotional impairments to emergency medical services personnel, Department of Correction employees and dispatchers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** SB00143*118*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING ON-CALL SHIFT SCHEDULING.*To prohibit the practice of on-call shift scheduling.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** SB00144*513*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING THE MINORITY REPRESENTATION RULE TO FIRE DISTRICTS.*To extend the minority representation rule to fire districts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** SB00145*380*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING THE VALIDITY OF A TEMPORARY STATE PERMIT TO CARRY A PISTOL OR REVOLVER.*To extend the validity of a temporary permit to carry a pistol or revolver until the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection either rejects issuing a state permit or issues a state permit.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** SB00146*3157*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVENUE FROM GAMING ACTIVITIES, GRANTS IN LIEU OF TAXES FOR TRIBAL LANDS AND SALE OF ALCOHOL BY CASINO PERMITTEES.*To authorize sports wagering, online casino gaming, online lottery and online keno in this state.*0*0*0*1*0*43**249*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00147*383*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMPENSATION FOR CERTAIN PROPERTIES TAKEN BY EMINENT DOMAIN.*To adequately compensate property owners when their land is taken by eminent domain.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** SB00148*384*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PASSENGER RESTRICTIONS ON HOLDERS OF MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR'S LICENSES WHO ARE SIXTEEN OR SEVENTEEN YEARS OF AGE.*To permit a person who holds a motor vehicle operator's license and is sixteen or seventeen years of age to transport a sibling to and from school for the period of six months after the date of issuance of such license.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** SB00149*369*2021*162*PB *AN ACT NAMING A PORTION OF ROUTE 6 IN WOODBURY IN HONOR OF DANNY LOGUE.*To name a portion of Route 6 in honor of Danny Logue to recognize his service to the community and his belief in the importance of civic involvement.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** SB00150*3896*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE CONNECTICUT INFRASTRUCTURE AUTHORITY.*To establish the Connecticut Infrastructure Authority.*0*0*0*0*0*31**115*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00151*361*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING EMERGENCY BACKUP POWER FOR CELL TOWERS.*To equip cell towers with seventy-two hours of emergency backup power for use during a power outage.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** SB00152*4315*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING ELECTRONIC DELIVERY TICKETS FOR GASOLINE, KEROSENE, FUEL OILS OR SIMILAR SUBSTANCES.*To permit acceptance of electronic delivery tickets for gasoline, kerosene, fuel oils or similar substances.*0*0*0*0*0*3**132*2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00153*365*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING FROM THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX PROCEEDS FROM THE SALE OF AGRICULTURAL LAND DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS TO THE STATE.*To exempt from the personal income tax proceeds from the sale of the development rights of any agricultural land to the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** SB00154*521*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING VOTING RIGHTS.*To (1) implement several changes designed to increase access to absentee ballots, (2) minimize the number of absentee ballots that are rejected, (3) improve timely tabulation of absentee ballots, and (4) prohibit the presence of firearms in or near polling places.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** SB00155*579*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COUNTING OF INCARCERATED PERSONS FOR PURPOSES OF DETERMINING LEGISLATIVE DISTRICTS.*To provide for the adjustment of population data so as to count incarcerated persons as residents of their last town of residence rather than as residents of the town in which the correctional facility is located.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** SB00156*252*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CONSUMER PRIVACY.*To protect consumer data privacy from unwanted sale and dissemination.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** SB00157*580*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING THE USE OF THE ARBITRATION PROCESS TO RESOLVE CHILD CUSTODY, VISITATION AND SUPPORT ISSUES IN A DIVORCE PROCEEDING.*To allow parties to a divorce proceeding to resolve issues relating to child custody, visitation and support through the arbitration process.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** SB00158*555*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE COVID-19 EMERGENCY EVICTION AND FORECLOSURE PREVENTION ACT.*To protect: (1) Tenants from eviction due to the COVID-19 pandemic; and (2) homeowners and certain landlords from foreclosures due to the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** SB00159*515*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REDEFINING "ANTIQUE, RARE OR SPECIAL INTEREST MOTOR VEHICLE" TO INCLUDE A REPLICA VEHICLE.*To promote the interests of automobile collectors and enthusiasts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** SB00160*154*2021*162*PB *AN ACT STUDYING PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FARES FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.*To ensure that publicly funded transportation providers are providing persons with disabilities affordable access to public transportation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-14 00:00:00*2021-01-15 00:00:00**0* ** SB00161*969*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CLARIFYING THE PROCESS BY WHICH PERSONS WITH COGNITIVE DISORDERS EXECUTE WILLS AND CODICILS.*To ensure clarity in the law regarding the execution of wills and codicils by individuals with cognitive disorders.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00162*644*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MANAGEMENT OF RESERVATION LANDS AND TRIBAL SERVICES.*To require that (1) a retaining wall be built on the Schaghticoke reservation, (2) a community well, septic system and access road be built on the Paucatuck Eastern Pequot reservation, (3) the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection, with the advice of the Indian Affairs Council, develop a care and management plan for reservation lands, and (4) any changes to reservation lands proposed by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection be reviewed by the appropriate tribal council.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00163*946*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE LEGISLATIVE TRANSPORTATION ALLOWANCE.*To create an accurate and cost-efficient system for reimbursement for mileage.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00164*1112*2021*162*PB *AN ACT APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE REMEDIAL ACTION AND REDEVELOPMENT MUNICIPAL GRANT PROGRAM.*To increase funding for brownfield remediation projects.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00165*355*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A COVID-19 MEMORIAL.*To honor the thousands of lives lost in Connecticut due to the COVID-19 pandemic by erecting a memorial.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00166*707*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING R.E. VAN NORSTRAND NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE ACT TAX CREDITS TO S CORPORATIONS.*To extend R.E. Van Norstrand Neighborhood Assistance Act tax credits to S corporations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00167*5639*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DISPOSITION OF THE FORMER SEASIDE SANATORIUM FACILITY.*To require the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection to issue a request for information for low-impact, residential uses for the former Seaside Sanatorium Facility in the town of Waterford.*0*0*0*0*0*3**219*2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** SB00168*461*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE EDUCATION IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.*To enhance computer science education for Connecticut students.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00169*468*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR THE CONNECTICUT INSTITUTE FOR THE BLIND.*To extend the property tax exemption for the Connecticut Institute for the Blind to the property of subsidiaries and affiliates of said institute.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00170*569*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A THREE-TIERED GRANTS IN LIEU OF TAXES PROGRAM.*To revise the calculation of the amounts of grants in lieu of taxes paid to municipalities pursuant to section 12-18b of the general statutes, based on a municipality's equalized net grand list per capita.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00171*571*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A STATE-WIDE TAX ON REAL PROPERTY.*To establish a state-wide tax on commercial and residential real property.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00172*572*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A STATE-WIDE ASSESSMENT TO ENCOURAGE AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN THE STATE.*To establish a state-wide assessment on real property to encourage affordable housing in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00173*573*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SURCHARGE ON CAPITAL GAINS.*To establish a surcharge of one per cent of the net gain from the sale or exchange of capital assets on certain taxpayers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00174*705*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING SMALL BUSINESSES FROM CERTAIN FEES DURING THE COVID-PANDEMIC.*That small businesses be exempted from paying licensure or permitting fees until the Commissioner of Public Health declares the COVID-19 pandemic to be over.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00175*845*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt personal protective equipment from the sales and use taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00176*945*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TAXPAYER DONATIONS FOR STATE OPERATIONS AND LIABILITIES.*To allow an individual taxpayer to include a donation for state operations and liabilities with the taxpayer's personal income tax return filing.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00177*1016*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING PROTECTIVE FACE MASKS FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt from the sales and use taxes the sale of and the storage, use or other consumption in this state of protective face masks.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00178*4703*2021*162*CB *AN ACT INCREASING THE APPLICABLE PERCENTAGE OF THE EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT.*To increase the applicable percentage of the earned income tax credit to thirty per cent.*0*0*0*0*0*3***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00179*1144*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX CREDIT FOR PREMIUM PAYMENTS FOR CERTAIN LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE POLICIES.*To provide an incentive for the purchase of long-term care insurance that provides benefits for health care provided in an insured's home.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00180*409*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING UNIVERSAL CIVIC DUTY VOTING.*To make several changes designed to institute universal civic duty voting.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00181*645*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY AND JUNETEENTH INDEPENDENCE DAY.*To redesignate Columbus Day as Indigenous People's Day and establish Juneteenth Independence Day as a legal holiday.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00182*646*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY AND JUNETEENTH INDEPENDENCE DAY AS LEGAL HOLIDAYS.*To redesignate Columbus Day as Indigenous Peoples' Day and to establish Juneteenth Independence Day as a legal holiday.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00183*4965*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING REMOTE MEETINGS UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.*To permit public agencies to conduct remote meetings under the Freedom of Information Act.*0*0*0*1*0*11**272*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00184*872*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DESIGNATING BRAIN ANEURYSM AWARENESS MONTH.*To designate September annually as Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00185*357*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING TRAVEL SERVICE BUSINESSES TO OFFER REFUNDS FOR TRAVEL CANCELLED DUE TO ILLNESS.*To protect consumers from losing money on travel-related cancellations due to illness.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00186*5008*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ALLOWING PERSONS SIXTEEN YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER TO OPERATE RIDES AT AMUSEMENT PARKS.*To permit persons sixteen years of age or older to operate rides at amusement parks, with certain requirements.*0*0*0*0*0*3**204*2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** SB00187*372*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING SOLICITATIONS FROM OUT-OF-STATE RETAILERS OF MARIJUANA PRODUCTS NOT LEGALLY FOR SALE IN CONNECTICUT.*To prohibit solicitations from out-of-state retailers of marijuana products not legally for sale in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00188*462*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY IN LICENSED OCCUPATIONS.*To reduce barriers to occupational licensure by encouraging the utilization of and supporting apprenticeship programs in the building trades.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00189*465*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS AND HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTORS.*To update new home construction contractor and home improvement contractor statutes.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00190*466*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROVIDING FINANCIAL RELIEF TO NONPROFIT CLUBS AND PRIVATE CLUBS FROM INCREASING LIQUOR PERMIT FEES.*To provide financial relief to nonprofit clubs and private clubs from increasing liquor permit fees.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00191*950*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PLUMBING AND PIPING WORK.*To clarify that water meter replacement shall not be considered plumbing and piping work.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00192*942*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF CONNECTICUT HIGHER EDUCATION TRUST FUNDS FOR FIRE TRAINING SCHOOLS, PRIVATE OCCUPATIONAL SCHOOLS AND OTHER TRAINING PROGRAMS.*To develop a state accreditation for fire training schools and review the same process for private occupational schools and other training programs to qualify such schools and programs under federal regulations to receive Connecticut Higher Education Trust Funds.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00193*5520*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT ISSUES AT PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION RELATED TO THE INSURANCE INDUSTRY.*To require the Board of Regents for Higher Education and the Board of Trustees of The University of Connecticut to each conduct a study assessing whether the workforce needs of the insurance industry are met by the programs of study offered by the public institutions of higher education under each board's governance.*0*0*0*0*0*2**224*2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00194*3558*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A RIGHT TO HOUSING.*To establish a right to housing for all residents of the state.*0*0*0*1*0*7**133*2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00195*830*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING ACCESS TO MEDICAL ASSISTANCE.*To expand access to medical assistance for state residents.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00196*850*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE PERSONAL NEEDS ALLOWANCE OF CERTAIN RESIDENTS OF LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES.*To increase the personal needs allowance of certain residents of long-term care facilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00197*859*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENT FOR HOME CARE SERVICES.*To increase the rate of Medicaid reimbursement for home care services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00198*973*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PILOT PROGRAM TO PROVIDE A TAX CREDIT FOR HOSPITALS THAT OFFER IN-PATIENT TREATMENT FOR OPIOID ADDICTION.*To encourage in-patient treatment of individuals suffering from opioid addiction.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00199*602*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INSURANCE PLAIN LANGUAGE ACT.*To require that insurance policies be printed in not less than twelve-point font to ensure that consumers are able to read them.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00200*667*2021*162*PB *AN ACT LIMITING CHANGES TO PRESCRIPTION DRUG FORMULARIES AND LISTS OF COVERED DRUGS.*To limit the circumstances in which a health carrier may remove a prescription drug from a drug formulary or list of covered drugs, or move a prescription drug to a different cost-sharing tier, during a plan year.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00201*668*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING CERTAIN HEALTH CARRIERS AND PHARMACY BENEFITS MANAGERS FROM EMPLOYING COPAY ACCUMULATOR PROGRAMS.*To require certain health carriers and pharmacy benefits managers to give credit for payments made by third parties for the amount of, or any portion of the amount of, an insured's or enrollee's cost-sharing liability for a covered benefit.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00202*671*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STEP THERAPY, ADVERSE DETERMINATION AND UTILIZATION REVIEWS, AND REQUIRED HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR CHILDREN, STEPCHILDREN AND OTHER DEPENDENT CHILDREN.*To: (1) Prohibit health carriers from requiring the use of step therapy for drugs prescribed to treat disabling, chronic or life-threatening diseases or conditions; (2) require that health carriers bear the burden of proving that certain health care services under adverse determination or utilization review are not medically necessary; (3) redefine "clinical peer" for the purposes of adverse determination and utilization reviews; (4) require health carriers to provide certain clinical peers with the authority to reverse initial adverse determinations; and (5) allow children, stepchildren and other dependent children to retain health insurance coverage under their parents' insurance policies until the end of the policy year during which they attain the age of twenty-six.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00203*804*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR MOTORIZED WHEELCHAIRS.*To: (1) Require health insurance coverage for (A) motorized wheelchairs, including, but not limited to, used motorized wheelchairs, requested by insureds, (B) motorized wheelchair repairs, and (C) motorized wheelchair battery replacements; and (2) require health insurers to establish centralized locations to collect used motorized wheelchairs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00204*827*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER TO CONSIDER AFFORDABILITY AS A FACTOR IN REVIEWING INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE POLICY PREMIUM RATE FILINGS.*To require the Insurance Commissioner to consider affordability as a factor in reviewing individual and group health insurance policy premium rate filings.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00205*852*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TELEHEALTH SERVICES AND HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR SUCH SERVICES.*To expand: (1) Provisions concerning the provision of telehealth services by health care providers; and (2) health insurance coverage for such services to include coverage for services rendered by chiropractors, physical therapists, naturopaths and optometrists.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00206*858*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR VACCINATION CONSULTATIONS.*To require health insurance coverage for vaccination consultations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00207*730*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REQUIRED HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR AMBULANCE SERVICES AND REQUIRING NOTIFICATION AND CONSENT REGARDING THE POTENTIAL COST OF SUCH SERVICES IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES.*To: (1) Modify mandatory health insurance benefits for ambulance services to (A) include medically necessary transportation to a covered person's place of residence, and (B) require that health insurance benefits for ambulance services be provided at an in-network level; (2) provide for electronic notification of assignments of bills for ambulance services; and (3) require an ambulance provider to notify, and obtain consent from, a person before providing transportation services to the person if the provider reasonably believes that such services are not emergency services.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00208*733*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING SITE-NEUTRAL REIMBURSEMENTS FOR CERTAIN COVERED HEALTH INSURANCE BENEFITS.*To require health insurers to provide site-neutral reimbursements for covered health insurance benefits for: (1) Infusions; and (2) health care services that use (A) current procedural terminology evaluation and management (CPT E/M) codes, or (B) current procedural terminology assessment and management (CPT A/M) codes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00209*967*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING A REVIEW OF THE PREMIUM RATE ADJUSTMENT PROCESS FOR LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE POLICIES.*To require a review of the rate adjustment process for long-term care insurance policy premiums that has resulted in substantially increased premiums over the preceding two years.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00210*968*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REQUIRED TERMS OF HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE POLICIES.*To provide that homeowners insurance policies shall not be required to include coverage for other structures.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00211*1053*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING CERTAIN HEALTH INSURERS TO OFFER AND SELL A QUALIFIED HEALTH PLAN THROUGH THE CONNECTICUT HEALTH INSURANCE EXCHANGE.*To require health insurers that deliver, issue for delivery, renew, amend or continue health insurance policies in this state to offer and sell at least one qualified health plan through the Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00212*1146*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A STATE-OPERATED REINSURANCE PROGRAM AND REQUIRING THAT THIS STATE APPLY FOR A STATE INNOVATION WAIVER.*To establish a state-operated reinsurance program and require this state to apply for a state innovation waiver to fund such program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00213*1147*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING PRIOR APPROVAL OF ASSESSMENTS AND USER FEES CHARGED TO HEALTH CARRIERS BY THE CONNECTICUT HEALTH INSURANCE EXCHANGE.*To require the Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange to hold a public hearing and gain legislative approval prior to charging any assessment or user fee to health carriers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00214*1148*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING DISCLOSURE AND PRIOR LEGISLATIVE APPROVAL OF SEVERANCE AND NONDISCLOSURE AGREEMENTS WITH THE CONNECTICUT HEALTH INSURANCE EXCHANGE.*To require the Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange to disclose, and obtain legislative approval before entering into, any severance or nondisclosure agreement.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00215*1150*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CONNECTICUT HEALTH INSURANCE EXCHANGE.*To impose term limits on members of the board of directors of the Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange, and require that all members of such board have insurance experience.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00216*1152*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER TO PROMOTE DEVELOPMENT OF THE INSURANCE INDUSTRY AND INSURANCE WORKFORCE IN THIS STATE.*To require the Insurance Commissioner to promote development of, and employment opportunities within, the insurance industry in this state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00217*1153*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MENTAL AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PARITY.*To: (1) Require health insurance coverage for certain screenings for mental or nervous conditions; (2) expand reporting requirements concerning the all-payer claims database and mental and behavioral health; (3) modify the Consumer Report Card on Health Insurance Carriers in Connecticut; and (4) require health carriers to comply with the Paul Wellstone and Pete Domenici Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008, P.L. 110-343.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00218*1175*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COST OF HEALTH CARE, PRESCRIPTION DRUG REIMPORTATION, STOP-LOSS INSURANCE AND REINSURANCE.*To: (1) Require the Office of Health Strategy to establish and implement health care cost growth benchmarks in this state; (2) require the Commissioner of Consumer Protection to submit a request to the federal Secretary of Health and Human Services to implement a Canadian prescription drug reimportation program in this state and, if the secretary approves such request, implement such program in this state; (3) implement the Insurance Commissioner's recommendations regarding stop-loss insurance; and (4) require the Office of Health Strategy to seek a state innovation waiver from the federal government to establish a reinsurance program in this state and, if the federal government approves such request, establish such program.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00219*227*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE STATE'S RED FLAG LAW.*To expand the coverage and applicability of risk protection orders to allow a family member, social worker, health care worker, clergy or other concerned community member to notify the court directly about a person who is in possession of a firearm and has threatened to harm herself, himself or another person and ask the court to issue an order to remove firearms from the possession of the person issuing such threats or committing acts of violence.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00220*650*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INCARCERATED PERSONS WITH MENTAL ILLNESS.*To enhance mental health assessments and services for person who are incarcerated.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00221*1045*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PAROLE OPPORTUNITIES FOR INDIVIDUALS SERVING LENGTHY SENTENCES FOR CRIMES COMMITTED BEFORE THE INDIVIDUAL TURNED TWENTY-FIVE YEARS OF AGE.*To incentivize rehabilitation among incarcerated individuals and provide a second chance for those who were convicted and sentenced before twenty-five years of age.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00222*51*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE'S PROPOSED RULE CONCERNING THE NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH AND SCHOOL BREAKFAST PROGRAMS.*To establish a task force to examine the impact of the United States Department of Agriculture's Final Rule concerning simplifying meal service and monitoring requirements in the National School Lunch Program and National School Breakfast Program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00223*366*2021*162*PB *AN ACT SUSPENDING EMPLOYEE PAID FAMILY MEDICAL LEAVE CONTRIBUTIONS DURING A COVID-19 PUBLIC HEALTH OR CIVIL PREPAREDNESS EMERGENCY.*To suspend the employee payroll contribution to the Connecticut Paid Leave Authority during a COVID-19 emergency.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00224*643*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF CERTAIN DEPICTIONS OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLE AND HISTORICAL STATUTES WITHIN LEGISLATIVE BUILDINGS.*To remove certain statues and pictures in the Capitol to provide an accurate portrayal of Quinnehtukqut history.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00225*747*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AN ACT CONCERNING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE QUARRIES WORKING GROUP.*To implement the recommendations of the quarries working group.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00226*736*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE IDLING OF MOTOR VEHICLES.*To authorize municipal enforcement of a state agency regulation prohibiting the idling of a motor vehicle for more than three minutes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00227*970*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN LEGISLATIVE BODIES AND THE MINORITY REPRESENTATION RULE.*To apply the minority representation rule to legislative bodies elected from geographic districts and municipalities with charters or special acts containing provisions that are contrary to the minority representation rule.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00228*734*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING NOTIFICATION OF A FAMILY MEMBER OF A PATIENT ADMITTED TO A HOSPITAL.*To improve patient care and the patient experience by requiring the notification of a designated family member that the patient has been hospitalized.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00229*853*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO EXAMINE THE RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION OF HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS IN THE STATE.*To promote the recruitment and retention of health care providers in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00230*854*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR NURSE'S AIDES.*To promote the training and employment of nurse's aides in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00231*855*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FUNDING OF MUNICIPAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS AND DISTRICT DEPARTMENTS OF HEALTH.*To fund and use existing health districts to respond to pandemics.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00232*856*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROVIDING RELIEF TO FRONTLINE PHYSICIANS AND OTHER HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS FIGHTING THE PANDEMIC.*To provide meaningful relief to frontline physicians and health care workers fighting the current pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00233*857*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING ADVANCE PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSES AND PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS TO WRITE ORDERS FOR HOME HEALTH CARE AND VISITING NURSE VISITS.*To allow for advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants to write orders for home health care and visiting nurses to avoid delays in care.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00234*861*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROVIDING IMMUNITY FOR HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS FOR TREATMENT PROVIDED IN SUPPORT OF THE STATE'S RESPONSE TO COVID-19.*To provide health care professionals and health care facilities with immunity from suit for civil liability for injury or death allegedly caused by acts and omissions undertaken in good faith in support of the state of Connecticut's COVID-19 response.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00235*862*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH'S WORKFORCE.*To study the adequacy of the Department of Public Health's workforce.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00236*977*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF THE EASTERN EQUINE ENCEPHALITIS VACCINE.*To encourage vaccination against eastern equine encephalitis.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00237*1044*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT TO MINORS.*To promote the provision of confidential mental health services for young people.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00238*5667*2021*162*CB *AN ACT INCREASING OVERSIGHT OF MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS OF GROUP PRACTICES.*To increase oversight of mergers and acquisitions of group practices.*0*0*0*1*0*11**331*2021-03-22 00:00:00*2021-03-23 00:00:00**0* ** SB00239*1159*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DEFINING SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER AS A DISEASE.*To increase public and private resources to fight the drug and alcohol addiction epidemic in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00240*376*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PENALTIES FOR DISTRACTED DRIVING.*To increase the fines and penalties for distracted driving so that such fines and penalties are similar with the fines and penalties for driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00241*5986*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING OVERSIGHT AND TRANSPARENCY AT THE CONNECTICUT PORT AUTHORITY.*To provide oversight and ensure proper transparency at the Connecticut Port Authority.*0*0*0*1*0*7***2021-03-24 00:00:00*2021-03-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00242*46*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SHARED TABLE INITIATIVE.*To require the Department of Education, in consultation with the Department of Public Health, to develop guidelines for the implementation of shared tables at public schools, and to authorize public schools to implement shared tables.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00243*64*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROVIDING FINANCIAL RELIEF TO ALLIANCE DISTRICTS FOR THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE PROVISION OF SPECIAL EDUCATION.*To provide financial relief to boards of education for alliance districts relating to the costs associated with the provision of special education.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00244*65*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INTEGRATION OF SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING IN PROGRAMS OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR EDUCATORS IN CONNECTICUT.*To integrate the principles and practices of social-emotional learning in the program of professional development for educators in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00245*67*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING SCHOOL DISTRICT POLICIES THAT DISCRIMINATE AGAINST STUDENTS BASED ON NATURAL HAIR AND HAIRSTYLES.*To prohibit local and regional boards of education from adopting policies that discriminate against students based on natural hair and hairstyles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00246*231*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING ACCESS TO FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS IN MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL RESTROOMS.*To require local and regional boards of education to provide free feminine hygiene products in all middle and high school student restrooms.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00247*297*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE EFFECTS OF CRUMBLING FOUNDATIONS ON EDUCATION COST-SHARING GRANT AMOUNTS.*To ensure that a town does not receive a reduction in its education cost-sharing grant amount as a result of crumbling foundations in the town.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00248*307*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMINATION PREPARATION COMPANIES FROM DISCLOSING OR SELLING STUDENT INFORMATION.*To prevent identity theft and the release of personal information of college applicants.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00249*354*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INCLUSION OF NATIVE AMERICAN STUDIES IN THE SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM.*To accurately reflect our history by including Native American studies in the public school curriculum.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00250*358*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXCLUDING SCHOOL SECURITY INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT GRANTS FROM THE CALCULATION OF A SCHOOL DISTRICT'S MINIMUM BUDGET REQUIREMENT.*To ensure that one-time school security infrastructure improvement grants do not inflate a school district's minimum budget requirement.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00251*359*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXCLUDING EXPENSES RELATED TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC FROM THE CALCULATION OF A SCHOOL DISTRICT'S MINIMUM BUDGET REQUIREMENT.*To ensure that one-time grants and temporary expenses related to the COVID-19 pandemic do not permanently inflate a school district's minimum budget requirement.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00252*360*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO CARRY-OVER UNEXPENDED FUNDS.*To ensure equity in education savings.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00253*570*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ENCOURAGING LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO REGIONALIZE.*To encourage school districts to regionalize by reducing the reimbursement percentage for a school building project grant for certain towns.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00254*647*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COLLECTION OF INFORMATION OF STUDENTS WHO WITHDRAW FROM SCHOOL WITHOUT GRADUATING.*To collect and report information concerning student withdrawal from school in order to provide better services and resources to students and families in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00255*745*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE EXPANSION OF THE OPEN CHOICE PROGRAM.*To expand educational opportunities for Connecticut students by authorizing the Open Choice Program to place students from the Norwalk and Danbury school districts into neighboring school districts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00256*298*2021*162*PB *AN ACT LEVYING A FINE AGAINST TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPANIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF NO-SALES-SOLICITATION-CALL LISTINGS.*To levy a fine against a telecommunications company if telephone solicitors use the telecommunications company's services when violating a state or federal no-sales-solicitation-call listing.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00257*300*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A CAP ON ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION COMPANIES' DISTRIBUTION CHARGES.*To cap distribution charges an electric distribution company may charge its customers based upon electricity usage.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00258*301*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING INTERNET SERVICE COVERAGE INTO AREAS AT AFFORDABLE RATES.*To require Internet service providers to expand Internet service coverage areas in the state at an affordable rate.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00259*706*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ANNUAL VEGETATION MAINTENANCE PLANS.*To require electric distribution companies to submit an annual vegetation maintenance plan to the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority for approval.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00260*943*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING BACK-UP POWER GENERATION FOR STRATEGICALLY LOCATED GAS STATIONS.*To require that strategically located gas stations possess back-up power generation capabilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00261*1532*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS BY THE DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES.*To implement the recommendations of the Department of Motor Vehicles.*0*1*0*1*0*52**96*2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00262*1028*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING MANUFACTURERS OF BRAND NAME PRESCRIPTION DRUGS TO PROVIDE SAMPLES OF SUCH DRUGS TO MANUFACTURERS OF GENERIC PRESCRIPTION DRUGS.*To promote competition in the prescription drug market by allowing developers of generic drugs and biosimilar products to obtain reference samples.*0*1*0*1*0*3**48*2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00263*956*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CLUB PERMIT AND NONPROFIT CLUB PERMIT FEES.*To adjust the annual fee for a cafe permit for prior holders of club permits and nonprofit club permits and to provide refunds to such permit holders.*0*1*0*0*0*3**22*2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00264*1326*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING FAIR REIMBURSEMENT TO RETAIL DEALERS OF POWER EQUIPMENT.*To ensure fair reimbursement to retail dealers of power equipment regarding certain warranty claims.*0*1*0*0*0*2**23*2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00265*1325*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE SYSTEMS.*To allow certain alcoholic liquor permittees to use self-pour automated systems.*0*1*0*0*0*2**49*2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00266*1351*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS, HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTORS, TRADE APPRENTICESHIPS AND LOCKSMITHS.*To protect consumers by effectively regulating new home construction contractors and home improvement contractors.*0*1*0*1*0*28**50*2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00267*1430*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REGULATION OF ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR.*To allow the Commissioner of Consumer Protection to adopt regulations concerning alcoholic liquor.*0*1*0*0*0*1**134*2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00268*1426*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING OCCUPATIONAL LICENSING.*To allow the Department of Consumer Protection to adopt regulations concerning occupational licensing.*0*1*0*0*0*1**135*2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00269*1029*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE AVAILABILITY OF GENERIC PHARMACEUTICALS.*To preserve consumer access to affordable generic drugs.*0*1*0*0*0*9**51*2021-01-21 00:00:00*2021-01-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00270*1261*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AND ARBITRATION AGREEMENTS FROM CONFLICTING WITH STATE LAW.*To require collective bargaining agreements and arbitration agreements to comply with the provisions of state law.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00271*1106*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A REVOLVING LOAN FUND TO HELP ELDERLY HOMEOWNERS TO PAY THEIR PROPERTY TAXES.*To provide financial relief to elderly homeowners who fall behind on their tax payments.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00272*1108*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING ACCESS TO THE ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE RESPITE CARE PROGRAM.*To increase the number of persons who can receive assistance through the Alzheimer's disease respite care program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00273*1109*2021*162*PB *AN ACT SUPPORTING AGING IN PLACE.*To commit additional state funds to expand access to aging-in-place initiatives.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00274*2929*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING AN INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR THE COST OF HOME HEALTH CARE.*To allow a state income tax deduction of up to sixty thousand dollars for the cost of full-time home health care.*0*0*0*0*0*9***2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB00275*1114*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A BUY CONNECTICUT PROGRAM FOR DEFENSE CONTRACTORS.*To create incentives for defense contractors to utilize the services of in-state subcontractors and businesses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00276*362*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO POSSESS FIREARMS WHILE ON SCHOOL PROPERTY.*To allow active and retired law enforcement officers to carry concealed weapons on school property in accordance with the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00277*840*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TAXATION OF AQUACULTURE OPERATIONS.*To provide tax exemptions for marine-based aquaculture operations and facilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00278*841*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ANAEROBIC DIGESTERS FOR AGRICULTURAL WASTE.*To promote the efficient disposal of agricultural wastes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00279*843*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE TRAILS IN STATE FORESTS.*To provide for the safe use of all-terrain vehicles in state forests.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00280*849*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROVIDING FOR A REDEMPTION FEE ON NIP BOTTLES.*To establish a refundable deposit fee for nip bottles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00281*864*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING PLANT-BASED, BIODEGRADABLE AND COMPOSTABLE BAGS FROM THE PLASTIC BAG FEE.*To exempt certain biodegradable and compostable bags from the plastic bags fee.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00282*979*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PAYMENT OF THE PASSPORT TO THE PARKS VEHICLE REGISTRATION FEE BY PERSONS WITH MORE THAN ONE VEHICLE.*To cap the amount of fees certain persons pay for use of state parks.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00283*1116*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PROPERTY TAX CREDIT FOR SENIORS.*To provide tax relief to seniors.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00284*1120*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE INCOME THRESHOLDS APPLICABLE TO THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS.*To increase the federal adjusted gross income thresholds applicable to the personal income tax deduction for Social Security benefits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00285*1906*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ALLOWING MEDICAL ASSISTANTS TO ADMINISTER VACCINES.*To allow medical assistants to administer vaccines.*0*1*0*1*0*2**56*2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00286*1203*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX CREDIT FOR PREMIUM PAYMENTS FOR CERTAIN LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE POLICIES.*To provide an incentive for the purchase of long-term care insurance that provides benefits for health care provided in an insured's home.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00287*1204*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A NONREFUNDABLE PERSONAL INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR THE PURCHASE OF A GUN SAFE.*To establish a nonrefundable credit against the personal income tax of up to one hundred fifty dollars for the purchase of a gun safe for personal use.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00288*1880*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING INDOOR AIR QUALITY IN SCHOOLS.*To require local and regional boards of education to maintain healthy indoor air quality in their schools.*0*1*0*1*0*5**297*2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00289*1206*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE THRESHOLD FOR IMPOSITION OF THE ESTATE TAX ON FARMS.*To match the threshold for imposition of the state estate tax on farms with the federal farm estate tax threshold.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00290*1207*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING THE EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT.*To eliminate the earned income tax credit.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00291*1208*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING STATE TAXES OR FEES FOR WHICH COLLECTION COSTS EXCEED THE REVENUE RECEIVED.*To eliminate any state tax or fee for which the cost of collection exceeds the revenue received by the state from the imposition of such tax or fee.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00292*1209*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING SOCIAL SECURITY INCOME AND PENSION AND ANNUITY INCOME FROM THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX.*To exempt from the personal income tax Social Security income and income from pensions and annuities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00293*947*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF ELECTION DAY REGISTRATION.*To study certain election day registration procedures.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00294*4987*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING QUALIFYING CONTRIBUTIONS UNDER THE CITIZENS' ELECTION PROGRAM.*To require that the State Elections Enforcement Commission return to a campaign treasurer any contribution that does not qualify toward receiving a grant under the Citizens' Election Program so that such treasurer may return such contribution to the contributor.*0*0*0*0*0*4***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00295*949*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DESIGNATING ADVANCE DIRECTIVE AWARENESS MONTH.*To designate the month of April as Advance Directive Awareness Month.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00296*4964*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A RIGHT TO APPEAL THE DECISION OF A MUNICIPAL ETHICS BOARD TO THE OFFICE OF STATE ETHICS.*To permit aggrieved parties to appeal a local municipal ethics board decision to the Office of State Ethics.*0*0*0*0*0*12***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00297*4961*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING A LEGISLATIVE REVIEW OF STATE MANDATES.*To require a legislative review of all state mandates.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00298*1180*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REUSE OF WORKS OF ART IN STATE BUILDINGS.*To reduce state spending by reusing existing works of art in state buildings.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00299*1201*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONVEYANCE OF A PARCEL OF STATE LAND IN THE TOWN OF CHESHIRE.*To grant the town of Cheshire a parcel of state land to use as a bus depot for public schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00300*1210*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING AN ANALYSIS OF THE CONSTITUTIONALITY OF PROPOSED LEGISLATION.*To provide legislators with information regarding the constitutionality of proposed legislation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00301*5581*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING BIPARTISAN REVIEW OF EMERGENCY DECLARATIONS.*To allow for bipartisan review of emergency declarations.*0*0*0*0*0*4***2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00302*1107*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REDUCING PARTICIPANT COSTS AND INCREASING ASSET LIMITS FOR THE CONNECTICUT HOME-CARE PROGRAM FOR THE ELDERLY.*To reduce participant costs and expand eligibility for home care services for persons sixty-five years of age or older.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00303*1136*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING HOME-BASED AND COMMUNITY-BASED CARE FOR PERSONS WHO ARE ELDERLY OR WHO HAVE ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE.*To expand the provision of cost-effective, home-based and community-based care for persons who are elderly or who have Alzheimer's disease.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00304*1138*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING PRESUMPTIVE MEDICAID ELIGIBILITY FOR CERTAIN HOME CARE APPLICANTS.*To create presumptive Medicaid eligibility for certain home care benefits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00305*1139*2021*162*PB *AN ACT FACILITATING PROPERTY TRANSFERS BY RECIPIENTS OF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE.*To allow conveyances of property of a recipient of public assistance to be recorded in a timely fashion.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00306*1141*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP TO DELIVER COST-EFFECTIVE HUMAN SERVICES AND DETER FRAUD.*To improve the cost-effective delivery of human services and make sure such services are given only to those in need.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00307*1142*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING FAIRNESS FOR FAMILIES IN MEDICAID ELIGIBILITY AND REIMBURSEMENT DETERMINATIONS.*To require fairness for families in Medicaid eligibility and reimbursement determinations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00308*1229*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING PUBLIC ASSISTANCE BENEFICIARIES TO WORK OR VOLUNTEER.*To promote work among able-bodied recipients of public assistance.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00309*1230*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF ELECTRONIC BENEFIT TRANSFER CARDS AT CERTAIN ESTABLISHMENTS.*To promote beneficial use of public assistance benefits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00310*1232*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A FULLY STAFFED STATE MEDICAID FRAUD CONTROL UNIT.*To reduce fraud, waste and misuse of state resources.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00311*1233*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A WORK REQUIREMENT FOR YOUNG ADULT MEDICAID BENEFICIARIES.*To reduce barriers to employment for young adult Medicaid beneficiaries who are able to obtain work but fear losing benefits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00312*1234*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING PUBLIC ASSISTANCE APPLICANTS TO PROVIDE PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP.*To reduce fraud, waste and misuse of state resources.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00313*1247*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DETERRING ABUSE OF PROTECTIONS AFFORDED TO OWNERS OF SERVICE ANIMALS.*To prevent abuse of the special protections that are afforded to service animals and the owners of such animals.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00314*807*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR MOTORIZED WHEELCHAIRS.*To require health insurance coverage for: (1) Motorized wheelchairs, including, but not limited to, used motorized wheelchairs; (2) motorized wheelchair repairs; and (3) motorized wheelchair battery replacements.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00315*1235*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR COCHLEAR IMPLANT SURGERY.*To require individual and group health insurance policies to provide coverage for cochlear implant surgery for certain individuals diagnosed with hearing loss.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00316*1237*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ASSESSMENTS AND USER FEES CHARGED TO HEALTH CARRIERS BY THE CONNECTICUT HEALTH INSURANCE EXCHANGE.*To require the Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange to gain legislative approval before: (1) Modifying any existing assessment or user fee charged to health carriers; or (2) charging any new assessment or user fee to health carriers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00317*1238*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE CONNECTICUT HEALTH INSURANCE EXCHANGE TO REPORT ADDITIONAL DATA.*To require the Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange board of directors to report additional data to the Insurance and Public Health committees.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00318*1239*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROVIDING FOR OPTIONAL PAYMENT OF THE HEALTHY HOMES FUND SURCHARGE.*To eliminate the requirement that insureds under certain homeowners insurance policies pay, and provide for optional payment of, the Healthy Homes Fund surcharge.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00319*1320*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR MEDICAL FOODS FOR INDIVIDUALS DIAGNOSED WITH PHENYLKETONURIA.*To require health insurance coverage for medical foods for individuals diagnosed with phenylketonuria.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00320*1123*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STATE AGENCY COMPLIANCE WITH PROBATE COURT ORDERS.*To require state agencies to abide by orders entered by a Probate Court.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00321*1236*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REMOVING RESTRICTIONS ON REAL ESTATE CLOSINGS.*To remove the restrictions on real estate closings imposed by the passage of public act 19-88.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00322*1240*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RESTORING CAPITAL PUNISHMENT.*To restore the death penalty in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00323*1246*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FILING OF DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT COMPLAINTS WITH THE SUPERIOR COURT.*To expedite access to justice for those claiming discrimination and harassment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00324*1252*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CIVIL IMMUNITY FOR INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC ORGANIZATIONS AND THE SANCTIONING BODIES OF PRIVATE YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS.*To provide civil immunity for interscholastic athletic organizations and the sanctioning bodies of private youth organizations when such entities adopt policies that require an athletic participant to compete on a team that matches the gender identity on his or her birth certificate.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00325*1257*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE JURISDICTIONAL MONETARY LIMIT FOR SMALL CLAIMS MATTERS.*To expand access to small claims court for the resolution of legal disputes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00326*1368*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALE OF FLAVORED CIGARETTES, TOBACCO PRODUCTS, ELECTRONIC NICOTINE DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND VAPOR PRODUCTS.*To prohibit the sale of flavored cigarettes, tobacco products, electronic nicotine delivery systems and vapor products.*0*1*0*1*0*8**114*2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00327*1560*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF FOOD AND BEVERAGES IN FUNERAL HOMES.*To enable funeral directors to offer catered food and beverages to persons attending funeral services.*0*1*0*0*0*2**144*2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00328*6191*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF DEVELOPMENTAL AND SOCIAL SERVICES IN THE STATE.*To (1) require the Commissioner of Developmental Services to develop a strategic plan to reduce the wait time for persons with intellectual disability for services from the department, (2) require the Secretary of the Office of Policy and Management to consult with stakeholders on any plan to close a facility operated by the Department of Developmental Services, (3) require the Department of Developmental Services to provide notice when the eligibility of a person with intellectual disability to receive state-assisted care will end, (4) allow the Department of Social Services to contract with hospitals and nonprofit organizations to provide social services and referrals to frequent patients of hospital services, and (5) establish a task force to study the Department of Developmental Services' level of need assessment system.*0*0*0*0*0*4**332*2021-03-29 00:00:00*2021-03-30 00:00:00**0* ** SB00329*1157*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STRATEGIC PLAN TO ENHANCE SERVICES FOR PERSONS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY.*To enhance operations of the Department of Developmental Services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00330*1160*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF SOCIAL SERVICES IN HOSPITALS.*To improve the quality of care delivered to frequent hospital patients and reduce health care costs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00331*1253*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING PROVIDERS OF REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH CARE AND COUNSELING TO BE MANDATORY REPORTERS OF CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT.*To protect children by expanding the types of health care providers that are mandatory reporters of child abuse and neglect.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00332*1264*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING PARENTAL NOTIFICATION PRIOR TO THE TERMINATION OF A PREGNANCY BY A MINOR.*To ensure that the best interests of a minor are protected when facing an unplanned pregnancy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00333*1265*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PREVENTION OF DISCRIMINATION AGAINST PERSONS WITH AN INTELLECTUAL OR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY SEEKING TO RECEIVE AN ORGAN TRANSPLANT.*To prevent discrimination in the transplant recipient process.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00334*1266*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES INSTRUCTION.*To develop guidelines for and streamline emergency medical services instruction.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00335*1267*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF ELECTRIC SHOCK THERAPY.*To prohibit the use of electric shock therapy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00336*1268*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING AN UNAUTHORIZED PELVIC EXAMINATION ON A FEMALE PATIENT WHO IS UNDER DEEP SEDATION OR ANESTHESIA OR UNCONSCIOUS.*To prevent unauthorized pelvic examinations on woman who have been administered deep sedation or anesthesia.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00337*1321*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PRACTICE OF NATUROPATHY.*To permit a naturopathic physician to prescribe, dispense and administer certain prescription medications.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00338*1192*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ONLINE PUBLIC NOTICES.*To modernize the public notice process.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00339*1214*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ENACTMENT OF NEW MUNICIPAL MANDATES.*To require new municipal mandates to be approved by at least two- thirds of the members of the House and Senate.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00340*1099*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR HOUSING SERVICES.*To ensure adequate funding for homelessness and housing assistance services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00341*1241*2021*162*PB *AN ACT FUNDING THE STATE-WIDE FIREARMS TRAFFICKING TASK FORCE BY REDUCING CITIZENS' ELECTION PROGRAM GRANTS.*To provide funding to the state-wide firearms trafficking task force.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00342*1395*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A CONNECTICUT ENTREPRENEUR WEEK.*To establish a Connecticut Entrepreneur Week to showcase local entrepreneurs' products and businesses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00343*2235*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE LEARN HERE, LIVE HERE PROGRAM.*To increase the expenditure on the Learn Here, Live Here program and encourage first-time homeownership in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00344*2237*2021*162*PB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE GOVERNOR'S WORKFORCE COUNCIL.*To adopt programs that meet the workforce needs of Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00345*3250*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A CONNECTICUT INDUSTRIAL HISTORY TRAIL.*To require the Department of Economic and Community Development to establish a Connecticut industrial history trail.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00346*836*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEFINITION OF EXCUSED ABSENCE FOR PURPOSES OF REPORTING TRUANCY IN CONNECTICUT.*To accurately report on truancy in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00347*837*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CALCULATION OF A SCHOOL DISTRICT'S TRUANCY RATE.*To accurately report on truancy in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00348*838*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING THE PROVISION OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTION IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.*To expand workforce preparedness in Connecticut schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00349*941*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO CARRY OVER UNEXPENDED FUNDS.*To ensure equity in education savings by creating parity between local and regional boards of education with regard to nonlapsing reserve funds.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00350*844*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPEDITING THE ALIGNMENT DATE OF THE STATE AND FEDERAL ESTATE TAX THRESHOLDS.*To expedite the alignment date of the state and federal taxable estate thresholds for imposition of the estate tax.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00351*1119*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE TO REBUILD THE SHAKESPEARE THEATER IN STRATFORD.*To provide funding to rebuild the Shakespeare Theater in Stratford.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00352*1202*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A BIKE ROUTE ON ROUTES 68 AND 70 IN CHESHIRE.*To provide a grant-in-aid to the town of Cheshire to develop a bike route on Routes 68 and 70.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00353*3559*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS.*To require each municipality to hold its biennial municipal election in November, unless a two-thirds vote of such municipality's legislative body decides that such election shall be held in May.*0*0*0*0*0*4**273*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00354*966*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RENTAL ASSISTANCE PAYMENTS.*To help landlords meet their financial obligations to lien holders.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00355*2724*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING A LANDLORD'S ABILITY TO CONSIDER THE CRIMINAL RECORD OF PROSPECTIVE TENANTS.*To require the Commissioner of Housing to adopt regulations concerning a limited time period for which a landlord may consider the criminal record of a prospective tenant.*0*0*0*0*0*3**116*2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00356*3591*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN ENERGY EFFICIENCY RETROFIT GRANT PROGRAM FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING.*To require the Department of Housing to establish a housing energy efficiency retrofit program.*0*0*0*1*0*5**136*2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00357*5519*2021*162*CB *AN ACT PRIORITIZING THE ADMISSION OF IN-STATE STUDENTS AT PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To require the Board of Trustees of The University of Connecticut and the Board of Regents for Higher Education to prioritize in-state students during the admissions process of the public institutions of higher education governed by said boards.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00358*1221*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING THE BOARD OF REGENTS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION.*To eliminate the Board of Regents for Higher Education.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00359*1222*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF STATE FUNDS BY PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION FOR SPEAKING FEES.*To prohibit the use of state funds by public institutions of higher education for politically related speaking fees or events costs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00360*1223*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING TUITION WAIVERS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT FOR THE FAMILY MEMBERS OF EMPLOYEES.*To prohibit tuition waivers at The University of Connecticut for family members of employees of said university.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00361*1154*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS FOR THE CRIME OF ABUSING AN ELDERLY PERSON.*To amend the statute of limitations for the crime of abusing an elderly person to provide that the five-year period be based on the discovery of the offense or the death of the elderly person.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00362*1243*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEFENSE OF A PERSON'S HOME, MOTOR VEHICLE OR BUSINESS.*To establish a rebuttable presumption in a self-defense claim that, when a person believes it necessary to use deadly force to repel an intruder, such belief is a reasonable belief.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00363*1564*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DUTIES OF THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL.*To clarify the Attorney General's authority to (1) investigate allegations that an individual's civil rights are being violated, and (2) initiate legal proceedings in response to such allegations.*0*1*0*1*0*4**266*2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00364*654*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING WORKERS' COMPENSATION COVERAGE FOR CERTAIN MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL INJURIES.*To allow all workers coverage for post traumatic stress and other mental or emotional injuries.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00365*655*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING WORKERS' COMPENSATION COVERAGE FOR MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL INJURIES THAT DO NOT ARISE OUT OF PHYSICAL INJURIES OR OCCUPATIONAL DISEASES.*To allow all workers coverage for post traumatic stress and other mental or emotional injuries.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00366*1258*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TIME FRAMES FOR BINDING ARBITRATION.*To amend time frames for binding arbitration in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00367*1259*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AN INCREASE TO THE PREVAILING WAGE THRESHOLD FOR RENOVATIONS.*To raise the prevailing wage threshold for renovations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00368*1110*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROVIDING FUNDING FOR THE REMOVAL OF DEBRIS IN THE HOUSATONIC RIVER.*To encourage the clean-up of the Housatonic River for safety and environmental reasons.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00369*1115*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE MARKING OF THE COASTAL JURISDICTION WITH MAN-MADE STRUCTURES.*To allow certain man-made structures to mark the coastal jurisdiction line.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00370*1198*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CREATION OF ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE TRAILS ON STATE-OWNED PROPERTY.*To create all-terrain vehicle trails on state-owned property.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00371*1199*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF FUNDS GENERATED FROM THE GREENHOUSE GAS REDUCTION FEE.*To use certain fees for the purpose of brownfield remediation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00372*1285*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SITING OF ANAEROBIC DIGESTERS FOR AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD WASTE DISPOSAL.*To promote the efficient disposal of agriculture and food waste.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00373*1286*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A YEAR-ROUND TROUT SEASON.*To promote fishing in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00374*1287*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE USE OF PASSPORT TO THE PARKS FUNDS FOR FISH HATCHERIES.*To increase fish supply to meet the demand created by the increased number of fishing licenses issued.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00375*1323*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE USE OF CATERERS OF CHOICE IN CERTAIN STATE VENUES.*To allow individuals who rent state-owned venues in state parks to utilize their own caterer.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00376*1591*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE SEWAGE SPILL RIGHT-TO-KNOW ACT.*To increase transparency concerning knowledge of sewage spills and protect the public health.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00377*1797*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DRAW DOWN OF LAKE BESECK.*To better protect Lake Beseck from the effects of invasive aquatic plants.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00378*1244*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR A TEMPORARY STATE PERMIT TO CARRY A PISTOL OR REVOLVER.*To specify uniform criteria for an application for a temporary state permit to carry a pistol or revolver so that each town and city will have the same criteria, standards and procedures for the application process.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00379*1255*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STATE AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES INVOLVED IN GUN BUY-BACK PROGRAMS.*To require all state and municipal employees involved in gun buy-back programs to have a valid permit to carry a pistol or revolver.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00380*1400*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A MUNICIPAL OPTION TO ESTABLISH A PROPERTY TAX CREDIT FOR DONATIONS TO CERTAIN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS.*To permit a municipality to provide a property tax credit to any owner of property in such municipality that donates to a scholarship program established by such municipality.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00381*1451*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT WITHIN THE CITY OF WEST HAVEN.*To establish a special taxing district in West Haven for the purpose of certain infrastructure improvements.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00382*1410*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING SMOKING AT SOCIAL CLUBS.*To prohibit smoking at social clubs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00383*1439*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY TICK-BORNE ILLNESSES.*To determine whether tick-borne illnesses are being appropriately discovered, diagnosed and treated.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00384*1442*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE ADMINISTRATION OF VACCINES TO CHILDREN AT PHARMACIES.*To permit the administration of vaccines to children at pharmacies.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00385*4482*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF THE INCLUSION OF QUESTIONS RELATING TO VETERAN STATUS ON STATE AGENCY FORMS.*To require a study of the inclusion of questions relating to veteran status on state agency forms.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-08 00:00:00*2021-03-09 00:00:00**0* ** SB00386*984*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXCLUDING ALL VETERANS' BENEFITS FROM INCOME WHEN DETERMINING ELIGIBILITY FOR A STATE MEDICAID PROGRAM.*To exclude all veterans' benefits from income when determining eligibility for a state Medicaid program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00387*2058*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LEGISLATIVE APPROVAL FOR THE MERGER OR CLOSING OF INSTITUTIONS WITHIN THE CONNECTICUT STATE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.*To require legislative approval for the merger or closing of institutions within the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00388*1881*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE STATE PROPERTIES REVIEW BOARD CONCERNING THE PURCHASE OF AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS.*To support the preservation of prime farmland.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00389*1883*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FARMLAND ACCESS WORKING GROUP.*To implement priorities of the Farmland Access Working Group.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00390*1884*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE SITING COUNCIL TO HAVE A REPRESENTATIVE WITH KNOWLEDGE OF AGRICULTURE.*To require the Siting Council to have a representative with knowledge of agriculture.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00391*1529*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW QUASI-PUBLIC AGENCIES.*To establish requirements for a new quasi-public agency.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00392*2213*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF AN ABANDONED RAILROAD BRIDGE OVER THE HOP RIVER AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF A MULTI-USE TRAIL IN HOP RIVER STATE PARK IN COLUMBIA.*To finance various improvements to Hop River State Park in the town of Columbia.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00393*4722*2021*162*CB *AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF METHODS TO ALLEVIATE HIGH ROOM TEMPERATURES IN RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS.*To allow tenants and students to maintain a reasonable temperature range in their dwellings.*0*0*0*1*0*3**112*2021-03-08 00:00:00*2021-03-09 00:00:00**0* ** SB00394*2050*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF HOUSING OPTIONS FOR EMPLOYEES.*To study methods to increase housing options for employees to reside in the municipalities in which they work.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00395*1554*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REQUIRED HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR TELEHEALTH.*To provide that individual and group health insurance policies delivered, issued for delivery, renewed, amended or continued in this state shall provide coverage for mental health intakes and visits provided through telehealth, and that such coverage shall be provided at the same level of benefits and cost sharing as mental health intakes and visits provided in person.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00396*2329*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO TRACK AND TRACE CELLULAR PHONES OF YOUNG ADULTS IN DISTRESS.*To allow law enforcement the ability to track and trace a cellular phone of an eighteen to twenty-year-old who is believed to be in distress or danger and still living dependently in the home of a parent or guardian.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00397*2061*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES' LEVEL OF NEED ASSESSMENT.*To establish a task force to study the Department of Developmental Services' level of need assessment system.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00398*1534*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING DEAD AND DYING TREES ON MUNICIPAL ROADS AND PUBLIC LANDS.*To address the issue of dead and dying trees on municipal roads and public lands.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00399*2174*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING SHOCK THERAPY TREATMENT.*To prohibit shock therapy treatment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00400*2176*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS TO OFFER PATIENTS A TEST FOR HUMAN IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS AT LEAST ONCE ANNUALLY.*To increase testing, protect members of the public and decrease the stigma surrounding a test for human immunodeficiency virus.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00401*2249*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING TELEHEALTH COVERAGE.*To expand telehealth coverage.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00402*2254*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING DECEPTIVE ADVERTISING PRACTICES OF LIMITED SERVICES PREGNANCY CENTERS.*To prohibit deceptive advertising practices by limited services pregnancy centers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00403*2259*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH TO DEVELOP AND DISCLOSE A CLEARLY ARTICULATED PLAN FOR THE DISTRIBUTION OF COVID-19 VACCINES.*To provide residents a relative certainty as to when they can expect vaccination.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00404*2260*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF PERFLUOROALKYL AND POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES IN CONSUMER PRODUCTS.*To prohibit the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances in consumer products.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00405*2281*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE STATE FROM MANDATING A VACCINE THAT HAS ONLY BEEN GIVEN EMERGENCY USE AUTHORIZATION FROM THE FEDERAL FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION.*To ensure that long-term vaccine studies are performed on a vaccine before the vaccine is mandated by the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00406*2315*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RECOGNIZING THE CONNECTICUT SUICIDE ADVISORY BOARD.*To recognize the Connecticut Suicide Advisory Board in statute.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00407*2341*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY ISSUES RELATED TO PROTECTING MIXED-USE BUILDING RESIDENTS AND OCCUPANTS FROM SECONDHAND SMOKE.*To establish a task force to study and make recommendations concerning issues related to protecting and safeguarding occupants and residents of mixed-use buildings from harm caused by secondhand smoke, especially residents and occupants who suffer from impaired respiratory function or another respiratory disability.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00408*1173*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE STATE SUBSIDIZATION OF THE HARTFORD-NEW BRITAIN BUSWAY.*To prohibit the subsidization of the Hartford-New Britain busway and ensure that the passenger rates for ridership pay the cost of operation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00409*2119*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE NONEMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES CONFINED TO A STRETCHER.*To provide persons with disabilities an opportunity to travel in a stretcher van instead of an ambulance.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00410*1633*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE DEPOSIT OF REIMBURSEMENTS FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS FOR PHARMACEUTICAL PURCHASES INTO THE GENERAL FUND.*To require the deposit of reimbursements from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs for pharmaceutical purchases into the General Fund.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00411*1637*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SYSTEM TO IDENTIFY THE MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION OF MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES FOR PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION PURPOSES.*To establish a system to identify the motor vehicle registration of each member of the armed forces residing in the state and notify the municipality where such motor vehicle is located to remove such motor vehicle from the list of property to be taxed by such municipality.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00412*1661*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR DISABLED VETERANS BE ADJUSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE COST-OF-LIVING ADJUSTMENT.*To require the property tax exemption for disabled veterans be adjusted in accordance with the cost-of-living adjustment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00413*4651*2021*162*CB *AN ACT WAIVING CERTAIN FEES FOR VETERANS FOR OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE.*To waive for veterans the fee for the (1) application, (2) initial license, (3) initial permit, (4) initial registration, or (5) other initial credential, required for occupational licensure.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-08 00:00:00*2021-03-09 00:00:00**0* ** SB00414*2188*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREDITING MILITARY EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING IN WATER OR WASTEWATER OPERATIONS TOWARD REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSURE IN CERTAIN OCCUPATIONS.*To credit military experience and training in water or wastewater operations toward the requirements for licensure in certain occupations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00415*2457*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS FROM THE FEES FOR CERTIFIED COPIES OF VITAL RECORDS.*To exempt individuals applying for assistance from the Soldiers, Sailors and Marines Fund from the fees for certified copies of vital records.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00416*2229*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING VARIOUS REVISIONS TO THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES STATUTES.*To (1) make information in the Department of Developmental Services' abuse and neglect registry available to the Department of Administrative Services, (2) allow the Commissioner of Developmental Services or a Department of Developmental Services regional or training school director to consent to emergency medical treatment for an individual under the custody or control of the department, (3) restrict legal representatives of persons with intellectual disabilities from accessing abuse and neglect reports when the legal representative is the alleged perpetrator of such abuse or neglect or is residing with the alleged perpetrator, (4) update the membership of the Camp Harkness Advisory Committee, and (5) excuse the Department of Developmental Services from assessments of individuals in the context of a review of guardianship by the Probate Court where the department has previously determined that such individual does not have intellectual disability.*0*1*0*1*0*10**57*2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00417*1445*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SENIOR CENTERS.*To support delivery of services by senior centers and strengthen their ability to serve senior citizens.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00418*3512*2021*162*CB *AN ACT INCREASING THE PERSONAL NEEDS ALLOWANCE FOR CERTAIN LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY RESIDENTS AND AUTHORIZING A DEDUCTION FOR CONSERVATOR EXPENSES FROM THE AMOUNT OF INCOME A MEDICAID RECIPIENT APPLIES TO THE COST OF CARE.*To increase the amount of personal income a long-term care facility resident who receives medical assistance may keep and authorize a deduction for conservator expenses from the amount of income a Medicaid recipient must apply toward the cost of his or her care.*0*0*0*1*0*4**72*2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB00419*2033*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE PERSONAL NEEDS ALLOWANCE FOR CERTAIN LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY RESIDENTS AND ELIMINATING THE MEDICAID APPLIED INCOME PENALTY FOR CONSERVATOR EXPENSES.*To provide sufficient funds for the personal needs of long-term care facility residents and to eliminate the applied income penalty under the Medicaid program for costs relating to conservators.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00420*2052*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PREVENTING THE SOCIAL ISOLATION OF SENIOR CITIZENS WHO RESIDE IN NURSING HOMES AND RESPECTING THEIR RIGHTS TO FAMILY CONTACT AND PRIVACY.*To enhance the bill of rights for senior citizens residing in nursing homes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00421*2157*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING SENIOR SAFETY ZONES.*To protect senior citizens by informing them of sex offenders in the community.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00422*2232*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A REGISTRY OF PERSONS CONVICTED OF CRIMES AGAINST ELDERLY PERSONS.*To protect senior citizens from abuse by establishing a public registry of persons convicted of crimes against elderly persons.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00423*2233*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROMOTING AGING IN PLACE.*To expand opportunities for senior citizens to remain independently in their homes and communities and avert higher costs for the state and senior citizens on institutionalization.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00424*2394*2021*162*PB *AN ACT STRENGTHENING THE RIGHTS OF RESIDENTS OF LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES AND GIVING THEM AND THEIR FAMILIES A GREATER VOICE.*To implement the recommendations of the Nursing Home and Assisted Living Oversight Working Group.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00425*2405*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RIGHT OF RESIDENTS TO USE TECHNOLOGY OF THEIR CHOICE IN LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES.*To implement the recommendations of the Nursing Home and Assisted Living Oversight Working Group.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00426*2446*2021*162*PB *AN ACT FACILITATING THE USE OF THE MONTVILLE SENIOR CENTER DURING STORM OUTAGES.*To facilitate the purchase of a generator by the Montville Senior Center so the facility may be used by residents during power outages.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00427*2348*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING EXPENDITURES FROM THE TOBACCO AND HEALTH TRUST FUND.*To require that funds from the Tobacco and Health Trust Fund be used for smoking prevention and cessation programs and programs addressing health equity issues in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00428*2065*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ASSESSMENT OF INTEREST WITH RESPECT TO CREDIT CARD USE.*To amend section 37-1 of the general statutes with respect to credit card use.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00429*1890*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING GRANTS TO CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE.*To ensure that Connecticut chambers of commerce are adequately funded.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00430*3334*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING REGIONAL TOURISM DISTRICT BOARDS OF DIRECTORS.*To allow two or more municipalities in any regional tourism district to jointly appoint one representative to the regional tourism district boards of directors.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00431*1181*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SCHOOL VOUCHER PROGRAMS.*To authorize boards of education to establish a school voucher program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00432*1183*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REPEALING THE COMMON CORE STATE STANDARDS.*To repeal the Common Core State Standards and restore the previous education standards.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00433*1185*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE AMOUNT A SCHOOL DISTRICT MAY REDUCE ITS MINIMUM BUDGET REQUIREMENT WHEN IT EXPERIENCES A DECLINE IN STUDENT ENROLLMENT.*To provide mandate relief by allowing school districts greater authority to reduce their education budgets when there is reduced student enrollment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00434*1186*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE DIVERSION OF CHILD CARE SUBSIDY FUNDING TO UNION DUES.*To ensure that funding for child care subsidies not be diverted to increase provider union dues.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00435*1187*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMPLIANCE WITH THE STUDENT DATA PRIVACY LAWS OF THE STATE.*To shift the burden of compliance with the student data privacy laws on to the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00436*1188*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE EXEMPTIONS TO THE REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS LAW FOR STUDENTS.*To expand the exemptions to state mandatory vaccination laws for school-aged children.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00437*1189*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO CARRY OVER UNEXPENDED FUNDS.*To ensure equity in education savings by creating parity between local and regional boards of education with regard to nonlapsing reserve funds.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00438*1379*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF NATIVE AMERICAN MASCOTS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.*To prohibit the use of Native American mascots in public schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00439*1803*2021*162*PB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE DYSLEXIA TASK FORCE.*To implement the recommendations of the dyslexia task force relating to teacher certification, student screenings and assessments and teacher in-service training and professional development.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00440*2185*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PIPELINE FOR CONNECTICUT'S FUTURE PROGRAM.*To encourage participation in the various trades and to encourage apprenticeships and partnerships among Connecticut local businesses and students.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00441*2196*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING POD PROTECTION.*To protect families' access to pod-based learning by ensuring that parents who choose to voluntarily associate to advance the primary education of their children not be subject to additional restrictions or regulation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00442*2220*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE REFERRAL OF STUDENTS WITH INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAMS ENROLLED AT TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND CAREER SCHOOLS TO THEIR HOME SCHOOL DISTRICTS.*To repeal the provision permitting the referral of a special education student enrolled in a technical education and career school to the school district in which such student resides.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00443*2234*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING PROGRAM.*To establish a preschool through grade twelve social and emotional learning program as a proactive educational program of school and societal violence prevention.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00444*2238*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN APPRENTICESHIP INITIATIVE IN ADVANCED MANUFACTURING.*To enhance the workforce and advanced manufacturing industry in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00445*2325*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING PAY-TO-PLAY AND OTHER STUDENT ACTIVITY FEES.*To prohibit pay-to-play and student activity fees from being charged to students in public schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00446*2350*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING BOARDS OF EDUCATION PARTICIPATING IN A COOPERATIVE ARRANGEMENT TO BE RECOGNIZED AS A SINGLE SCHOOL DISTRICT.*To permit two or more boards of education that are part of a cooperative arrangement to be recognized as a single school district.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00447*2533*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PHASE-OUT OF THE USE OF SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS.*To develop a process by which school resource officers are removed from public schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00448*363*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REINSTATEMENT OF DISCONNECTED UTILITY SERVICES FOR NONPAYMENT.*To modify utility company policies concerning reinstatement of disconnected utility services for nonpayment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00449*1191*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PRECLUDING THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FROM WORKING ON THE TRANSPORTATION CLIMATE INITIATIVE.*To prevent the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection from working on the Transportation Climate Initiative.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00450*1193*2021*162*PB *AN ACT MODIFYING THE ZERO CARBON PROCUREMENT AUTHORITY.*To modify the zero carbon procurement authority to require that no proposal may be approved at a rate higher than the wholesale rate.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00451*1301*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CAPS ON INTERNET DATA USAGE, REGULATING CABLE TELEVISION RATES AND INFORMATION SERVICES, DEVELOPING STANDARD CONTRACTUAL TERMS FOR INFORMATION SERVICES AND AMENDING THE CONNECTICUT ANTITRUST ACT.*To (1) prevent telecommunications companies from imposing a cap on Internet data plans, (2) require the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority regulate cable television rates, (3) require the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority regulate information services not currently regulated by the Federal Communications Commission, (4) require the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority, in consultation with the Office of Consumer Counsel, develop standard contracting terms for information services, and (5) amend the Connecticut Antitrust Act and require the Attorney General to report annually to the General Assembly on enforcement of the Connecticut Antitrust Act with regards to information services issues.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00452*1414*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REMOVING THE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR SOLAR PROJECTS AND RECLASSIFYING THE TAX CALCULATION OF SOLAR PROJECTS ON ONE PARCEL OF LAND.*To remove the property tax exemption for solar projects between one and seven megawatts and to qualify solar projects on one parcel of land as one solar project for tax calculation purposes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00453*1792*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A PROGRAM TO ALLOW MUNICIPALITIES TO PURCHASE ELECTRICITY GENERATION AND GAS SUPPLY SERVICES FOR ELECTRIC AND GAS CUSTOMERS WITHIN SUCH MUNICIPALITIES.*To create a program to allow municipalities to purchase electricity generation and gas supply services for electric and gas customers within such municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00454*2000*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COMBINED PUBLIC BENEFIT CHARGE.*To suspend the combined public benefit charge.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00455*1398*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN ECO-TOURISM DESIGNATION FOR STATE AND MUNICIPAL TRAILS.*To showcase the state's parks and trails for tourism purposes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00456*1454*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING EMISSIONS REDUCTION EQUIPMENT ON LAWNMOWERS AND OTHER SMALL ENGINE MACHINERY SOLD IN THE STATE.*To phase in emissions-reduction mechanisms on lawnmowers and other small engine machinery sold in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00457*1460*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REDUCING THE LENGTH OF REQUIRED CONFINEMENT FOR DOGS AND CATS VACCINATED FOR RABIES WITHIN NINETY-SIX HOURS OF POSSIBLE RABIES EXPOSURE.*To encourage the retention and adoption of cats and dogs in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00458*2200*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A COMPANION ANIMAL BREEDER LICENSE.*To regulate the breeding of companion animals.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00459*2241*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF PFAS IN FIREFIGHTING FOAM.*To encourage the use of alternatives to PFAS in firefighting foam.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00460*2277*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING A POTABLE WELL FOR THE PAWCATUCK EASTERN PEQUOT TRIBE.*To provide for potable water to the Pawcatuck Eastern Pequot Tribe's reservation in North Stonington and to establish paved road access to such reservation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00461*2300*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A WASTE OF GAME LAW.*To enact a waste of game law like Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine have done.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00462*2308*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COASTLINE RESILIENCY.*To enhance coastal resiliency.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00463*2312*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT GROWN BRAND.*To ensure that the CT Grown brand is not counterfeited.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00464*2335*2021*162*PB *AN ACT LIMITING ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS IN EACH COMMUNITY.*To limit the number of environmental hazards that may be present in any given municipality.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00465*2345*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING THE BOTTLE BILL TO APPLY TO NIP BOTTLES AND SPORTS DRINKS.*To expand the bottle bill to nip bottles and sports drinks.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00466*2349*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING VEGETATION MANAGEMENT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.*To protect both the state's infrastructure and the state's green infrastructure while contributing to the accomplishment of the state's climate goals.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00467*2408*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SOIL HEALTH.*To include soil health as part of soil conservation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00468*860*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE STATE TAX RATE ON CERTAIN PRIVATE INVESTMENT FUNDS.*To increase the state tax rate on certain private investment funds.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00469*1403*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXCLUDING OFFICE SUPPLIES FROM THE PROPERTY TAX FOR CERTAIN BUSINESSES.*To exclude, for small businesses, office supplies from tangible personal property subject to the property tax.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00470*1440*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DATE OF THE ANNUAL SALES TAX FREE WEEK.*To move Sales Tax Free Week to the week commencing on the second Sunday in August.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00471*1456*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR THE PURCHASE OF AGRICULTURAL REAL ESTATE BY THE STATE.*To increase the amount of funding available to the state to purchase fee simple title of agricultural real estate and any personal property related to such real property.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00472*1584*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT TO UNDOCUMENTED RESIDENTS OF THE STATE.*To allow undocumented residents of the state to be eligible for the earned income tax credit.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00473*2045*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN ARTICLES OF CHILDREN'S CLOTHING AND FOOTWEAR AND PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt articles of children's clothing or footwear costing under fifty dollars and personal protective equipment from the sales and use taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00474*2218*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SEWER LINE IN BOZRAH WITH A CONNECTION INTO NORWICH.*To provide funding for the construction of a sewer line in Bozrah with a connection into Norwich, in order to address environmental issues and allow for increased economic development.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00475*2230*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR CERTAIN PROJECTS ON TRIBAL LANDS.*To provide funding for upkeep as required on tribal lands.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00476*2253*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE REPAIR AND REHABILITATION OF A ROOF, FENCING AND MASONRY AT DODD STADIUM IN NORWICH.*To provide funding for the repair and rehabilitation of a roof, fencing and masonry at Dodd Stadium in Norwich.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00477*2347*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE ATHLETIC FIELD AT RHAM HIGH SCHOOL IN HEBRON.*To provide funding for improvements to the athletic field at RHAM High School in Hebron.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00478*1518*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING ELECTION DAY REGISTRATION.*To eliminate election day registration.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00479*1520*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DESIGNATING BRAIN ANEURYSM AWARENESS MONTH.*To designate the month of September as Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month annually.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00480*1746*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING INCARCERATED PERSONS AND LEGISLATIVE DISTRICTS.*To provide for the adjustment of population data so as to count incarcerated persons as residents of their last town of residence rather than as residents of the town in which the correctional facility is located.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00481*2216*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PRESCRIBED FORM OF OATHS.*To make the form of oaths consistent by removing reference to "so help you God".*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00482*1224*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SECURITY DEPOSITS.*To mitigate the risk of landlords.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00483*1225*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING TENANTS TO MAKE ADVANCE RENTAL PAYMENTS.*To permit tenants to make advance rental payments.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00484*1227*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STORAGE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY OF EVICTED TENANTS.*To eliminate the requirement that municipalities or landlords store the personal property of evicted tenants.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00485*1228*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LANDLORD CONSIDERATION OF PROSPECTIVE TENANTS.*To allow landlords to consider the criminal records of prospective tenants.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00486*1263*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COSTS OF STORING TENANTS' PERSONAL PROPERTY.*To allow landlords to recoup the costs of storing the personal property of evicted tenants.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00487*2101*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOUSING AUTHORITY JURISDICTION.*To allow housing authorities to expand their area of operation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00488*2323*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RESTORING THE PRIOR PROVISIONS OF THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING STATUTE.*To repeal the changes made to section 8-30g of the general statutes by public act 17-170.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00489*851*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENT TO NURSING HOMES.*To increase Medicaid reimbursement to nursing homes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00490*1388*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PAYMENT PARITY FOR HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES PROVIDERS.*To ensure parity in state payments per client for providers of health and human services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00491*1815*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AN ELDER CARE WORKFORCE GROUP.*To establish an elder care workforce group to make recommendations concerning developing and retaining a workforce sufficient to provide care for senior citizens.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00492*2388*2021*162*PB *AN ACT STRENGTHENING THE VOICE OF RESIDENTS, FAMILY MEMBERS AND OTHER RESPONSIBLE PERSONS IN DEVELOPMENT OF STATE-WIDE POLICIES CONCERNING VISITATION, USE OF TECHNOLOGY AND FAMILY ACCESS AT LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES.*To protect the rights of residents of long-term care communities by implementing the recommendations of the Nursing Home and Assisted Living Oversight Working Group.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00493*2399*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ESSENTIAL CAREGIVER PROGRAM.*To implement the recommendations of the Nursing Home and Assisted Living Oversight Working Group.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00494*2411*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE OMBUDSMAN'S OVERSIGHT OF SOCIALIZATION AND VISITATION POLICIES AT LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES AND EXPANDING THE RESIDENTS' ADVOCATES PROGRAM.*To implement the recommendations of the Nursing Home and Assisted Living Oversight Working Group.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00495*2428*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING MONEYS FOR THE SMALL HOSPITAL SUPPLEMENTAL PAYMENT POOL.*To increase moneys in the small hospital supplemental payment pool.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00496*2469*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING INCOME AND ASSET LIMITS FOR THE MED-CONNECT PROGRAM FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.*To expand access to medical assistance by working persons with disabilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00497*2486*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE STATE TO PROVIDE MEDICAL ASSISTANCE FOR PRENATAL CARE.*To expand access to prenatal care.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00498*1521*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR EQUINE THERAPY FOR VETERANS.*To require health insurance coverage for equine therapy for veterans.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00499*1544*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A REINSURANCE PROGRAM TO EXPAND HEALTH CARE ACCESS.*To expand health care coverage by lowering insurance premiums.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00500*1545*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HIGH DEDUCTIBLE HEALTH PLANS, QUALIFIED HEALTH PLANS AND DISCRIMINATION AGAINST PERSONS ON THE BASIS OF SEXUAL ORIENTATION AND GENDER IDENTITY.*To: (1) Require certain high deductible health plans to apply annual deductibles on a calendar year basis; (2) require certain health care providers to promptly refund excess cost-sharing payments for covered benefits; (3) require certain qualified health plans offered through the Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange to cover certain benefits, have a minimum actuarial value of at least seventy per cent and offer a broad provider network; (4) prohibit life insurers from discriminating against persons on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity; and (5) make changes to various provisions of the general statutes concerning high deductible health plans to more closely conform to provisions of the Internal Revenue Code concerning health savings accounts and medical savings accounts.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00501*1657*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING THE SUNSET DATE FOR THE HEALTHY HOMES FUND SURCHARGE.*To extend the sunset date for the Healthy Homes Fund surcharge to December 31, 2043.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00502*2227*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH CARE AND HEALTH INSURANCE IN CONNECTICUT.*To reduce the cost of, and provide for additional transparency regarding, the cost of health care and health insurance in this state.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00503*2246*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REQUIRED HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR TELEHEALTH, MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER SERVICES.*To expand required health insurance coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services provided through telehealth.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00504*2250*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING AN ANNUAL AUDIT AND REPORT CONCERNING CERTAIN HEALTH CARE PLANS ADMINISTERED BY THIS STATE.*To provide for greater transparency in, and legislative oversight of, health care plans administered by this state and offered to persons other than state employees.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00505*2252*2021*162*PB *AN ACT IMPOSING AN ANNUAL CAP ON LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE PREMIUM RATE INCREASES.*To impose an annual cap on long-term care insurance premium rate increases.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00506*2311*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COST OF HEALTH CARE.*To: (1) Codify the Governor's executive orders concerning health care benchmarking; and (2) require that an annual report concerning health care costs be submitted to the joint standing committee of the General Assembly having cognizance of matters relating to insurance.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00507*2313*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TRANSPARENCY OF CONDOMINIUM BOARDS.*To give greater transparency to residents of condominium complexes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00508*2321*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR COLON POLYP REMOVAL.*To require health insurance coverage for the removal of colon polyps discovered during a colonoscopy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00509*2445*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TELEHEALTH.*To expand: (1) The list of providers who may provide, and permitted scope of, telehealth services; and (2) required health insurance coverage for telehealth services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00510*2460*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NOTICES PROVIDED BY LIFE INSURERS.*To require each life insurer that issues a life insurance policy in this state to: (1) Provide an annual notice to the owners and beneficiaries of, insureds under and insurance producer that negotiated and sold such policy regarding the status of such policy; and (2) send any notice cancelling such policy to all owners of such policy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00511*2470*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE INDUSTRY.*To establish a task force to study the long-term care insurance industry.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00512*1248*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ENSURING THAT LOCAL AND STATE GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS FULLY COOPERATE WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT PERSONNEL IN THE ENFORCEMENT OF FEDERAL IMMIGRATION LAW.*To ensure that local and state officials are fully cooperating with law enforcement personnel in the enforcement of federal immigration law.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00513*1249*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LIABILITY FOR INJURIES OCCURRING IN A SKATEBOARD OR DOG PARK MAINTAINED BY A MUNICIPALITY.*To reduce a municipality's exposure to liability for injuries occurring in a municipally maintained skateboard or dog park.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00514*1250*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROVIDING IMMUNITY FROM CIVIL LIABILITY TO A PHYSICIAN WHO ACCOMPANIES AND ASSISTS A STATE, REGIONAL OR MUNICIPAL SWAT TEAM.*To provide immunity from civil liability to a physician who accompanies and assists a state, regional or municipal SWAT team.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00515*1251*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RESTRICTING EARLY RELEASE FOR PERSONS CONVICTED OF CRIMES INVOLVING SEXUAL ASSAULT OR FIREARMS.*To protect the citizens of Connecticut from early release of convicted felons.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00516*1254*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SINGLE PARTY CONSENT TO THE RECORDING OF A CONVERSATION.*To provide for single party consent to the recording of a conversation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00517*1256*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING JUVENILES CHARGED WITH LARCENY INVOLVING THEFT OF A MOTOR VEHICLE.*To deter auto thefts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00518*1313*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE OFFERING OF SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS AT HOTELS, MOTELS OR SIMILAR LODGINGS AT AN HOURLY RATE AND REQUIRING THAT USERS OF SUCH PLACES OF PUBLIC ACCOMMODATION PROVIDE THE OPERATOR WITH POSITIVE PROOF OF IDENTIFICATION.*To protect victims of sex trafficking and enhance the ability of law enforcement personnel to apprehend and prosecute individuals who promote sex trafficking.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00519*1314*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PENALTY FOR ASSAULTING A COACH.*To promote safety of coaches in youth sports, thus promoting the safety of those promoting team sports and sportsmanship.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00520*1387*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COST OF TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES FOR INCARCERATED PERSONS.*To provide certain cost-free telecommunication services for incarcerated persons.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00521*1394*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A REVIEW OF ANIMAL CRUELTY LAWS BY THE CONNECTICUT SENTENCING COMMISSION.*To require the Connecticut Sentencing Commission to review the animal cruelty laws in this state and other states and make recommendations, if any, to the legislature for changes to state laws.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00522*1408*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A CAUSE OF ACTION AGAINST PERSONS ILLEGALLY DISTRIBUTING DRUGS.*To provide a legal avenue for those effected by addiction to recoup costs for medical services and other costs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00523*1413*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PILOT PROGRAM THAT WILL PROVIDE LEGAL COUNSEL TO TENANTS IN EVICTION PROCEEDINGS.*To provide for the appointment of legal counsel to certain tenants facing eviction.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00524*1424*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO LEGAL COUNSEL FOR CHILDREN AND OTHER STATE RESIDENTS IN IMMIGRATION REMOVAL PROCEEDINGS.*To ensure the fair treatment of children and other state residents in immigration removal proceedings.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00525*1459*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A GRANDPARENT'S ABILITY TO SEEK VISITATION WITH A GRANDCHILD.*To promote healthy and meaningful relationships between grandparents and grandchildren.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00526*1523*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ASSAULT UPON A SPORTS OFFICIAL.*To criminalize assault upon a sports official.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00527*2019*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACTS OF ONLINE HATE AND HARASSMENT.*To provide accountability for individuals engaged in online hate and harassment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00528*2025*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMPASSIONATE AND MEDICAL RELEASE.*To revise and update compassionate and medical release from incarceration statutes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00529*2047*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MOTOR VEHICLE THEFTS COMMITTED BY JUVENILES.*To enable law enforcement and the criminal justice system to investigate and prosecute motor vehicle thefts committed by juveniles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00530*2108*2021*162*PB *AN ACT IMPROVING ACCESS TO A SEXUAL ASSAULT FORENSIC EXAM FOR A MINOR WHO IS A VICTIM OF A SEXUAL ASSAULT.*To eliminate obstacles that may prevent a minor victim of sexual assault from getting a sexual assault forensic exam and to empower such individual with the knowledge of how to seek such an exam.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00531*2137*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RIGHT TO COUNSEL IN SUMMARY PROCESS PROCEEDINGS.*To provide legal counsel to certain eligible tenants in summary process matters.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00532*2191*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING JUVENILE JUSTICE POLICY AND CRIMES COMMITTED BY JUVENILES.*To reinstate certain juvenile justice policies in place prior to 2015 in order to provide law enforcement additional tools to combat juvenile crime.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00533*2202*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MOTOR VEHICLE THEFTS COMMITTED BY JUVENILES.*To enable law enforcement and the criminal justice system to investigate and prosecute motor vehicle thefts committed by juveniles.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00534*2271*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AUTO THEFTS BY JUVENILE OFFENDERS.*To provide law enforcement with necessary tools to address the rash of auto thefts being committed by juvenile offenders.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00535*2291*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING THE LIMITATION PERIOD FOR BRINGING A CIVIL ACTION FOR CLAIMS ARISING FROM CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE.*To eliminate the limitation period for bringing a civil action arising from child sexual abuse.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00536*2303*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING VICTIM ADVOCACY.*To protect victim's rights and ensure that they are aware of their rights to be heard concerning plea deals.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00537*1940*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REPEALING CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF PA 20-1 OF THE JULY SPECIAL SESSION, ALSO KNOWN AS THE POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY ACT.*To repeal certain restrictions on law enforcement and protect officers and municipalities from frivolous lawsuits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00538*1672*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FILING OF CIVIL ACTIONS AGAINST NURSING HOME FACILITIES FOR ALLEGED NEGLIGENCE IN RESPONDING TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.*To allow certain victims of negligence that occurred in a nursing home facility, which negligence is related to the operation of the nursing home facility during the COVID-19 pandemic, to bring a civil action against the nursing home facility.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00539*2288*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS FROM PREVENTING THE DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION RELATING TO CLAIMS OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT AND DISCRIMINATION.*To prohibit the inclusion in any settlement agreement of any provision that prevents the disclosure of information pertaining to sexual harassment and discrimination.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00540*1284*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A YOUTH SUICIDE PREVENTION PILOT PROGRAM.*To require the Department of Children and Families and the Office of the Child Advocate to establish a youth suicide prevention pilot program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00541*1770*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FAMILY REUNIFICATION FOR CHILDREN IN TEMPORARY CUSTODY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.*To ensure timely family reunification of children in the temporary custody of the Department of Children and Families.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00542*1889*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING YOUTH COACH BACKGROUND CHECKS.*To require that any background check conducted in connection with the employment of a youth coach include a check of the U.S. Center for SafeSport's Centralized Disciplinary Database.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00543*677*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING PROBATE COURT EMPLOYEES TO COLLECTIVELY BARGAIN AND UNIONIZE.*To allow Probate Court employees to collectively bargain and unionize.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00544*1242*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE MUNICIPAL REGULATION OF FIREARMS.*To prohibit municipalities from adopting ordinances and regulations to regulate firearms.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00545*1262*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF EMINENT DOMAIN FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES.*To prohibit the state and municipalities from exercising the use of eminent domain for commercial purposes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00546*1322*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DISCLOSURE OF DAMS AND SIMILAR STRUCTURES BY OWNERS OF REAL PROPERTY.*To require the owner of real property on which a dam or similar structure is located to record such dam or structure on the land records of the municipality in which such real property is located, notify a potential buyer of such real property of the existence of such dam or structure and disclose the existence of such dam or structure on a residential disclosure report.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00547*1535*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ALTERNATE MEMBERS OF PLANNING COMMISSIONS.*To permit a member of a zoning commission or zoning board of appeals to serve as an alternate member of a planning commission.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00548*1579*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALE OF CONFEDERATE MERCHANDISE AT FAIRS AND FESTIVALS.*To prohibit the sale of Confederate merchandise at fairs and festivals.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00549*1594*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SEWER ASSESSMENT ARREARAGES AND FORECLOSURE.*To prohibit foreclosure upon owner-occupied dwellings as a result of sewer assessment arrearages of fewer than ten thousand dollars.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00550*2060*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMMUNITY INVESTMENT BOARDS AND NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE.*To (1) require certain municipalities to establish community investment boards to identify priorities for the use of municipal revenue sharing grants and select grants for payment in lieu of taxes, (2) require the Office of Policy and Management to accept proposals for solutions to problems specific to urban areas and establish pilot programs to implement such proposals, and (3) establish a task force to study issues concerning nonprofit providers.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00551*2128*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MULTIFAMILY HOUSING AND ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS.*To require that fifty per cent of the land within one-half mile of transit stations and commercial corridors be zoned for multifamily housing and that accessory dwelling units be permitted on such land as of right, provided such units conform to applicable health and building codes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00552*2145*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SHORT-TERM RENTAL PROPERTIES.*To permit municipalities to license and regulate short-term rental properties.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00553*2256*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A MUNICIPAL BILL OF RIGHTS.*To establish a municipal bill of rights that includes a provision affirming that the enactment of local zoning regulations is a municipal right.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00554*2295*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL ZONING AND PUBLIC TRANSIT.*To require that a municipality's zoning regulations permit a greater density of housing within one-half mile of a public transit station than is otherwise permitted by such municipality.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00555*2318*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING NOTICE OF TAX DELINQUENCY.*To acknowledge situations in which other individuals are authorized to perform tax collection duties, specify for purposes of certain tax delinquency sales that certain actions constitute constructive notice and account for circumstances in which redemption of real property by a delinquent taxpayer actually takes place prior to the delinquency sale.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00556*2423*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A GRANT PROGRAM TO ASSIST MUNICIPALITIES AND HOMEOWNERS WITH WELL WATER CONTAMINATED WITH URANIUM.*To establish a program to provide financial assistance, including, but not limited to, grants and low-interest loans, to municipalities in which residential well water contains high levels of uranium and owners of such residential wells.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00557*1531*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STAFFING NEEDS IN MENTAL HEALTH CARE.*To increase the number of trained mental health care staff to address mental health needs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00558*1785*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING WATER QUALITY NOTIFICATION.*To require the owner of a property supplied by a public well or a well for semipublic use to notify each tenant and lessee of such property of the results of certain water quality tests.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00559*1816*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING STATE STOCKPILES OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND DISTRIBUTION TO PUBLIC AND PRIVATE ENTITIES.*To ensure that stockpiles of personal protective equipment are available in the event of a public health emergency.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00560*1878*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF SCENT DOG IDENTIFICATION OF COVID-19 AND OTHER VIRUSES.*To aid in the detection and prevention of transmission of deadly viruses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00561*1918*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FAMILY COUNCILS IN LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES.*To require long-term assisted living facilities to assist in the establishment and operation of family councils in long-term care facilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00562*2270*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING DOULA CERTIFICATION AND MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENT FOR DOULA SERVICES.*To provide state certification of doulas, Medicaid reimbursement for their services and study the effects of doula services on health outcomes for pregnant Medicaid beneficiaries and their infants.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00563*2419*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE VISITATION AND SOCIALIZATION SUBCOMMITTEE OF THE NURSING HOME AND ASSISTED LIVING OVERSIGHT WORKING GROUP.*To adopt the recommendations of the Visitation and Socialization Subcommittee of the Nursing Home and Assisted Living Oversight Working Group regarding educating long-term care facility staff.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00564*2424*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A HEALTHY FOOD INITIATIVE IN LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES.*To require that long-term care facilities have access to locally grown foods and healthy products.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00565*2464*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO DEVELOP A STATE-WIDE SUPPORT PLAN FOR PERSONS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.*To establish a task force to ensure adequate resources exist in the future to support the needs of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00566*2475*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING DISCRIMINATION IN THE RATIONING OF HEALTH CARE IN A PUBLIC HEALTH CARE EMERGENCY ON THE BASIS OF A PERSON'S DISABILITY STATUS.*To prohibit discrimination in the rationing of health care by a health care provider in a public health emergency.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00567*2127*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CERTIFIED NURSE'S ASSISTANT TRAINING IN HIGH SCHOOLS.*To address the disparity between the certification of certified nurse's assistants trained in technical high schools and those trained in comprehensive high schools.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00568*6219*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ELIMINATING THE NONMEDICAL EXEMPTION TO THE IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENT.*To eliminate the nonmedical exemption to the immunization requirement for individuals attending public or private school from prekindergarten through grade twelve, individuals in higher education and children in day care settings.*0*0*0*1*0*25**333*2021-03-29 00:00:00*2021-03-30 00:00:00**0* ** SB00569*1270*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE STATE TO ENTER RECIPROCITY AGREEMENTS WITH OTHER STATES REGARDING PERMITS TO CARRY A PISTOL OR REVOLVER.*To provide for gun permit reciprocity.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00570*5709*2021*162*CB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING A TRIBAL RESORT-CASINO IN BRIDGEPORT, SPORTS WAGERING, ONLINE CASINO GAMING AND ONLINE LOTTERY.*To authorize a tribal resort-casino in Bridgeport, sports wagering, online casino gaming and online lottery.*0*0*0*1*0*48**250*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00571*1525*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANIES AND DEPARTMENTS AND VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE SERVICES AND COMPANIES FROM THE FEE FOR A CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORDS CHECK.*To exempt volunteer fire companies and departments and volunteer ambulance services and companies from the fee for a criminal history records check.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00572*5758*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMMUNITY CRISIS RESPONSE TEAMS, REENTRY CENTERS AND POLICE OFFICER TRAINING.*To establish programs to support alternative police response programs and individuals reentering the community from prison.*0*0*0*1*0*3**251*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00573*3871*2021*162*CB *AN ACT REPEALING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST ACCEPTING ADVANCED DEPOSIT WAGERS.*To repeal the prohibition against accepting advanced deposit wagers.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00574*2431*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REVISING PROVISIONS OF PUBLIC ACT 20-1 OF THE JULY SPECIAL SESSION, ALSO KNOWN AS THE POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY ACT.*To provide relief to law enforcement from provisions of public act 20-1 of the July special session that negatively impact public safety.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00575*5377*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CREATING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE REGULATION OF PROFESSIONAL BONDSMEN, BAIL ENFORCEMENT AGENTS AND SURETY BAIL BOND AGENTS.*To establish a task force to study the regulation of professional bondsmen, bail enforcement agents and surety bail bond agents.*0*0*0*0*0*3**199*2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** SB00576*5034*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE EXPANSION OF PASSENGER RAIL SERVICE ON THE WATERBURY BRANCH OF THE METRO-NORTH COMMUTER RAILROAD.*To expand passenger rail service on the Waterbury branch of the MetroNorth Commuter Railroad.*0*0*0*0*0*2**260*2021-03-22 00:00:00*2021-03-23 00:00:00**0* ** SB00577*1174*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING EXPENDITURES FROM THE SPECIAL TRANSPORTATION FUND.*To ensure the resources of the Special Transportation Fund are expended on transportation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00578*1271*2021*162*PB *AN ACT NAMING ROUTE 322 IN WOLCOTT IN HONOR OF EUGENE A. MIGLIARO, JR.*To name Route 322 in Wolcott in honor of Eugene A. Migliaro, Jr., to recognize his service as a member of the United States Marine Corps, a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives, the mayor of Wolcott and the Commissioner of Veterans Affairs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00579*1272*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REPEALING THE STATUTE ALLOWING MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATORS LICENSES FOR DRIVING PURPOSES ONLY.*To repeal the statute allowing the Department of Motor Vehicles to provide drivers licenses to persons who cannot provide proof of legal United States residency or a Social Security number.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00580*1274*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TRANSPARENCY IN TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS.*To provide transparency in transportation projects.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00581*1275*2021*162*PB *AN ACT OFFERING THE EXAMINATION FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR'S LICENSE IN VIETNAMESE AND ALBANIAN.*To offer any examination required to obtain a motor vehicle operator's license in Vietnamese or Albanian.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00582*1276*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A PLAN TO PRIVATIZE THE DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES.*To maximize savings at the Department of Motor Vehicles by developing a plan for privatization.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00583*1277*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AN INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENT OF TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS.*To provide transparency in transportation projects.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00584*1279*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COST OF MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION.*To provide savings to the registrants of motor vehicles in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00585*1280*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION INDEPENDENT OF EMISSIONS INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS.*To permit the registration of a motor vehicle independent of the motor vehicle's compliance with emissions inspection requirements.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00586*1281*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE DISPLAY OF A NUMBER PLATE ONLY AT THE REAR OF A MOTOR VEHICLE.*To require the display of a number plate only at the rear of a motor vehicle as a cost-saving measure.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00587*1283*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ISSUANCE OF "BREAST CANCER AWARENESS" COMMEMORATIVE NUMBER PLATES.*To create a special license plate to promote women's health and increase funding for breast cancer treatment and prevention programs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00588*1290*2021*162*PB *AN ACT NAMING A BRIDGE IN LITCHFIELD IN HONOR OF CORPORAL RODGER "DODGE" DOYLE.*To name a bridge in honor of Corporal Rodger "Dodge" Doyle in recognition of his forty-six year career in law enforcement and dedication to the town of Litchfield.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00589*1404*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ENHANCING THE VISIBILITY OF ICE CREAM TRUCKS.*To require the installation of certain safety equipment on ice cream trucks to increase the visibility of such trucks, warn drivers that children may be present near and minimize the vehicle blind spots for the driver of such truck.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00590*1406*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT ON STATE LAND AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING.*To increase the number of transit-oriented developments with an affordable housing component.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00591*1526*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR'S LICENSE AND PERMIT TO CARRY A PISTOL OR REVOLVER.*To combine and streamline the process to renew a motor vehicle operator's license and a permit to carry a pistol or revolver.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00592*1861*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REGISTRATION OF A MOBILE HOME OR HOUSE TRAILER.*To allow a person to register a mobile home, house trailer or similar recreational vehicle using a post office box when such home, trailer or vehicle is the person's primary residence.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00593*1865*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING RESTRICTIONS ON THE TRANSPORT OF MOBILE AND MODULAR HOMES.*To subject vehicles that transport mobile or modular homes to the same restrictions as other vehicles that are oversized or overweight.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00594*1953*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING TRAFFIC SAFETY AROUND ICE CREAM TRUCKS.*To require the installation of certain safety equipment on ice cream trucks to increase the truck's visibility to other drivers, warn drivers that children may be present, help the ice cream truck driver see around the truck and increase the driver's line of site, and to require the sale of ice cream occur only when the vending window of such vehicle is away from the travel lane of the roadway.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00595*2063*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION REFORM PLAN.*To implement a plan to provide fiscal accountability and sustainability to transportation projects and funding.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00596*2228*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SIGNS INDICATING THE LOCATION OF THE BARNES NATURE CENTER.*To erect signs in Bristol promoting the Barnes Nature Center as an attraction.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00597*2245*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SUSPENSION OF MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATORS' LICENSES FOR FAILURE TO PAY FINES OR FEES.*To eliminate the duty of the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles to suspend a motor vehicle operator's license for failure to pay any fine or fee associated with a motor vehicle violation as the suspension unfairly punishes residents for unpaid debts and creates a self-defeating vicious cycle exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00598*2261*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING GASOLINE ZONE PRICING.*To prohibit the market manipulation of gasoline zone pricing based on a service station's geographic location.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00599*2263*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TRANSPORTATION PROJECT PRIORITIZATION.*To provide transparency regarding the prioritization of transportation initiatives and projects.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00600*2265*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PROGRAM TO PROVIDE BUS PASSES FOR PERSONS WHO ARE HOMELESS.*To establish a program to provide two-hour bus passes at no cost to persons who are homeless.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00601*2267*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A LIMIT WITH REGARDS TO OVERDUE PROPERTY TAXES AND MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION.*To permit a person who owes less than five hundred dollars in unpaid property taxes to register a motor vehicle with the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00602*2274*2021*162*PB *AN ACT NAMING A PORTION OF INTERSTATE 395 IN HONOR OF JOSEPH J. LINDLEY.*To name a portion of Interstate Route 395 in honor of Joseph J. Lindley to recognize his many accomplishments, including his service as an Army Officer, the publication of six books, three about local forgotten war heroes, and his involvement in many community organizations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00603*2280*2021*162*PB *AN ACT NAMING A PORTION OF INTERSTATE 395 IN HONOR OF CALVIN WILLIAM HEATH.*To name a portion of Interstate Route 395 in honor of Calvin William Heath, who served proudly in the United States Army and was awarded the Silver Star, the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart in recognition of his service in Vietnam.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00604*2282*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE PENALTIES FOR DISTRACTED DRIVING AND STUDYING THE RECENT INCREASE IN PEDESTRIAN FATALITIES IN CONNECTICUT.*To increase the penalties for distracted driving and to study the increase in pedestrian fatalities across the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00605*5989*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PORT AUTHORITY.*To appoint new members to the Board of Directors of the Connecticut Port Authority, place the Connecticut Pilot Commission within the Department of Transportation for administrative purposes only, require an employee of the Department of Transportation who is assigned to the Connecticut Port Authority be compensated from the department's budget and require the Connecticut Port Authority to develop a plan for the transparent and equitable distribution of grants.*0*0*0*1*0*4**282*2021-03-24 00:00:00*2021-03-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00606*2362*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING MINIMUM FIREFIGHTER STAFFING STANDARDS AT BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.*To establish minimum firefighting staffing standards at Bradley International Airport.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00607*2473*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING MUNICIPALITIES TO ESTABLISH SPEED LIMITS.*To permit municipalities to establish speed limits.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00608*3589*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SAFETY OF CHILDREN WHEN BUYING ICE CREAM FROM A FROZEN DESSERT TRUCK.*To protect children in the course of buying ice cream from frozen dessert trucks by increasing the truck's visibility to other drivers, warning drivers that children may be present and limiting the location and conditions for vending.*0*0*0*1*0*6*355*125*2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* *A,B* SB00609*2506*2021*162*PB *AN ACT STUDYING THE FUTURE OF RAILROADS.*To study the future of railroads in the state, including the right-of-way between Hartford and Middletown.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00610*2518*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CONNECTICUT PORT AUTHORITY.*To make the chief elected official of the city of New London a voting member on the board of directors of the Connecticut Port Authority.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00611*1392*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE COMMISSIONER OF VETERANS AFFAIRS TO CONDUCT A STUDY OF PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENTS.*To require the Commissioner of Veterans Affairs to conduct a study of property tax abatements available to veterans to determine whether the amounts of such abatements should be increased.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00612*1393*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PROCESS FOR IDENTIFYING VETERANS WHO QUALIFY AS PATIENTS FOR MEDICAL MARIJUANA AND CONCERNING RELATED FEES.*To establish a process to identify veterans who qualify as patients for medical marijuana and to exempt veterans from the fees for registration and written certification for medical marijuana.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00613*1527*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A GREEN ALERT SYSTEM FOR MISSING VETERANS.*To establish a green alert system to notify the public that a veteran is missing.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-26 00:00:00*2021-01-27 00:00:00**0* ** SB00614*4163*2021*162*CB *AN ACT EXEMPTING VETERANS FROM PAYMENT OF THE FARES FOR BUS PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION SERVICES.*To exempt veterans from payment of the fares for state-owned or state-controlled bus public transportation services.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-08 00:00:00*2021-03-09 00:00:00**0* ** SB00615*944*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PAYMENTS IN LIEU OF TAXES TO THE CITY OF NEW LONDON FOR THE CONNECTICUT PORT AUTHORITY PROPERTY.*To reimburse the city of New London for losses on nontaxable property.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00616*1171*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING CERTAIN FUNDING FOR THE XL CENTER AND THE CITY OF HARTFORD AND INCREASING FUNDING FOR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS.*To provide funding for school safety programs in all towns and cities in the state by reducing certain state funding for the XL Center and the city of Hartford.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00617*1172*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PREVENTING OVERTIME PAYMENTS FROM BEING USED TO CALCULATE THE RETIREMENT INCOME OF STATE EMPLOYEES.*To prohibit the calculation of a state employee's pension from including overtime pay.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00618*1177*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REDUCING NONEDUCATION AID TO THE CITY OF HARTFORD.*To reverse the fiscal impact to the state of the debt service agreement between the state and the city of Hartford.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00619*1179*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF STATE FUNDS FOR BALLPARKS FOR PROFESSIONAL SPORTS TEAMS.*To prevent the misuse of state funds.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00620*1213*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A PUBLIC HEARING REQUIREMENT FOR BUDGET EARMARKS.*To require public hearings for earmarks.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00621*2049*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION TO ADOPT ZERO-BASED BUDGETING.*To promote fiscal accountability.*0*0*1*0*0*1**0*2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00622*842*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO INCREASE THE ABILITY OF EASTERN CONNECTICUT TO PRODUCE FARM-TO-TABLE FOOD.*To promote farm-to-table food in eastern Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00623*847*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF AN INTERMODAL TRANSPORTATION CENTER IN THE TOWN OF MYSTIC.*To require the Department of Economic and Community Development to conduct a feasibility study regarding the establishment of an intermodal transportation center in the town of Mystic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00624*4087*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING CONNECTICUT TOURISM COUNCIL MEMBERSHIP.*To require that a representative of the Connecticut Tourism Coalition be a member of the Connecticut Tourism Council.*0*0*0*0*0*3***2021-03-01 00:00:00*2021-03-02 00:00:00**0* ** SB00625*5097*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING A DATABASE OF STATE BUSINESSES, SUPPLY CHAINS AND WORKFORCE TOOLS.*To require the Department of Economic and Community Development to develop a plan to establish a database of state businesses, supply chains and workforce tools .*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** SB00626*3873*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN ENTERPRISE ZONE IN THE TOWN OF PLYMOUTH.*To require the designation of an area within the town of Plymouth as an enterprise zone.*0*0*0*1*0*5**171*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00627*2336*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING OPPORTUNITY ZONES.*To provide internships, support and financial assistance to businesses in federally designated opportunity zones.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00628*1190*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING CONSUMER CHOICE IN ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION SERVICES AND PRODUCTS FOR MUNICIPAL RESIDENTS.*To increase consumer choice in electric distribution services and products for municipal residents.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00629*1194*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING A CHARGE ASSESSED TO END USE CUSTOMERS OF ELECTRIC SERVICES.*To eliminate a surcharge assessed on electric bills which are deposited into the Clean Energy Fund.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00630*1195*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REMOVING ENERGY PROCUREMENT AUTHORITY FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.*To remove energy procurement authority from the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00631*1196*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING BATTERY STORAGE.*To review the effectiveness of battery-storage technology and its impact on ratepayer bills.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00632*1197*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION COMPANIES TO OFFER A SERVICE TO ITS CUSTOMERS PROVIDING GENERATOR CONNECTIONS.*To require electric distribution companies to offer a service to its customers providing for the connection of a generator.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00633*1317*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN SOLAR POWER FACILITIES AND NET METERING CREDITS FOR MUNICIPALITIES WHERE SUCH FACILITIES ARE LOCATED.*To allow certain municipalities to receive net metering credits generated by certain solar power facilities within such municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00634*1378*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING GENERATORS FOR RETAIL SELLERS OF PETROLEUM PRODUCTS.*To require retail sellers of petroleum products to have generators during power outages.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00635*1200*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DECOUPLING THE STATE'S LIGHT DUTY MOTOR VEHICLE EMISSION STANDARDS FROM THE STANDARDS OF CALIFORNIA.*To decouple the state's light duty motor vehicle emission standards from the standards of California.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00636*2284*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF ENFORCEMENT JURISDICTION ON BODIES OF WATER AND ADJACENT ROADWAYS COVERING MORE THAN ONE JURISDICTION.*To maintain public safety in areas that are covered by more than one jurisdiction, including Beach Pond in Voluntown.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00637*1850*2021*162*PB *AN ACT TEMPORARILY SUSPENDING THE SALES AND USE TAXES ON PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR BUSINESSES.*To suspend, for businesses through the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, the imposition of the sales and use taxes on the sale of and the storage, use or other consumption in this state of personal protective equipment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00638*2206*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR CAPITAL PROJECTS AT CERTAIN VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENTS.*To provide funding for capital projects at certain volunteer fire departments.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00639*2378*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF SIDEWALKS IN THE TOWN OF LISBON.*To provide funding for the installation of sidewalks in the town of Lisbon.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00640*4983*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING ONLINE PLATFORMS AND CAMPAIGN FINANCE.*To define "online platform", require such platform to make publicly available copies of electioneering communications and contact information at such platform for such communications and impose a rebuttable presumption that certain content created by or for such platform is not an independent expenditure if displayed during the ninety days prior to a primary or election.*0*0*0*0*0*5***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00641*826*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING MANUFACTURERS OF BRAND-NAME PRESCRIPTION DRUGS TO PROVIDE SAMPLES OF SUCH DRUGS TO MANUFACTURERS OF GENERIC PRESCRIPTION DRUGS.*To promote competition in the prescription drug market by allowing developers of generic drugs and biosimilar products to obtain reference samples.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00642*848*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CHANGING CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTAIN LICENSED PROFESSIONALS.*To change continuing education requirements for certain licensed professionals.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00643*863*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING GROCERY STORE PERMITTEES TO SELL WINE.*To allow for the sale of wine in grocery stores.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00644*975*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MEDICAL MARIJUANA REGISTRATION TIME PERIODS.*To correct the registration period of medical marijuana registrations so that they are valid for one year.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00645*1216*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A RECIPROCAL OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE AGREEMENT WITH NEW ENGLAND STATES FOR TRADE LICENSES.*To create a reciprocal occupational licensure agreement with New England states for trade licenses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00646*1217*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY OCCUPATIONAL LICENSES IN CONNECTICUT.*To reduce the burden of obtaining an occupational license in Connecticut by removing unnecessary barriers to licensure and employment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00647*1218*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CLUB AND NONPROFIT CLUB ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR PERMIT FEES.*To provide financial relief to nonprofit clubs and private clubs from increasing liquor permit fees.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00648*1289*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ANNUAL FEES FOR CLUB AND NONPROFIT CLUB LIQUOR PERMITS.*To provide financial relief to nonprofit clubs and private clubs from increased liquor permit fees.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00649*1389*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE AVAILABILITY OF GENERIC PHARMACEUTICALS.*To preserve patient access to affordable prescription drugs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00650*1639*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING THE SALE OF HARD CIDER IN GROCERY STORES.*To allow the sale of hard cider in grocery stores.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00651*5016*2021*162*CB *AN ACT PERMITTING MUNICIPAL CONTRIBUTIONS TO CONNECTICUT HIGHER EDUCATION TRUST ACCOUNTS.*To permit municipalities to make contributions to Connecticut Higher Education Trust accounts.*0*0*0*1*0*2**162*2021-03-11 00:00:00*2021-03-12 00:00:00**0* ** SB00652*5043*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX CREDIT FOR DONATIONS TO THE ROBERTA B. WILLIS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM.*To establish a tax credit for corporations, affected business entities and individuals that donate to the Roberta B. Willis Scholarship program.*0*0*0*1*0*4**187*2021-03-12 00:00:00*2021-03-15 00:00:00**0* ** SB00653*2305*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MINORITY TEACHER RECRUITMENT.*To market the minority teacher recruitment program, establish a mentorship program for minority teachers and establish a student loan forgiveness program for minority teachers who teach in certain school districts.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00654*2324*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HIGH-NEED CERTIFICATE AND TRAINING PROGRAMS AND ESTABLISHING THE "NUTMEG INTERNSHIP PROGRAM".*To (1) designate certain certificate and training programs as high-need programs, (2) allow the Connecticut Higher Education Supplemental Loan Authority to issue loans to individuals for the completion of such high-need certificate programs, (3) allow employers who pay such Connecticut Higher Education Supplemental Loan Authority loans on behalf of employees to claim a tax credit, (4) establish a mentorship program for students in the debt-free community college program who enroll in such high-need certificate programs, and (5) establish a state internship program.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00655*2333*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE OFFICE OF HIGHER EDUCATION TO ESTABLISH A CORPORATE LIAISON PROGRAM.*To require the Office of Higher Education to establish a corporate liaison program accessible to every institution of higher education in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00656*1425*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY HEALTH INSURANCE AND HEALTH CARE INEQUITY IN THIS STATE.*To establish a task force to: (1) Study inequity in the provision of health insurance coverage and health care services in this state; and (2) identify any means available to promote equity in the provision of health insurance coverage and health care services in this state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00657*1543*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRANTS IN THIS STATE.*To establish a task force to study health insurance coverage for undocumented immigrants in this state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00658*5913*2021*162*CB *AN ACT REQUIRING EMPLOYERS TO RECALL CERTAIN LAID-OFF WORKERS IN ORDER OF SENIORITY.*To require employers to recall certain laid-off workers in order of seniority.*0*0*0*1*0*6**267*2021-03-23 00:00:00*2021-03-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00659*978*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN OPIOID RECOVERY AND REFORM PILOT PROGRAM.*To create an opioid recovery and reform pilot program to assist in employment opportunities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00660*5812*2021*162*CB *AN ACT EXPANDING WORKERS' COMPENSATION BENEFITS FOR CERTAIN MENTAL OR EMOTIONAL IMPAIRMENTS SUFFERED BY HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS IN CONNECTION WITH COVID-19.*To expand workers' compensation benefits for certain mental or emotional impairments suffered by health care providers in connection with COVID-19.*0*0*0*0*0*9**268*2021-03-23 00:00:00*2021-03-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00661*1078*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CAPTIVE AUDIENCE MEETINGS.*To prohibit an employer from coercing employees into attending or participating in meetings sponsored by the employer concerning the employer's views on political or religious matters.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00662*5080*2021*162*CB *AN ACT EXTENDING THE VALIDITY OF CERTAIN OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION TRAINING FOR PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS.*To extend the validity of certain Occupational Safety and Health Administration training from five to ten years for public works projects.*0*0*0*0*0*2**257*2021-03-23 00:00:00*2021-03-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00663*1231*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOMEMAKERS AND COMPANIONS AND NONCOMPETE PROVISIONS.*To eliminate the prohibition on noncompete provisions in private employment contracts for homemakers and companions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00664*1260*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING CLEAR AND CONSPICUOUS STATEMENTS CONCERNING A STATE OR MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEE'S RIGHT TO OPT OUT OF A UNION.*To provide clear disclosures on collective bargaining agreements.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00665*1269*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ALLOWING EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE PROVIDERS TO OBTAIN WORKERS' COMPENSATION BENEFITS FOR CERTAIN MENTAL OR EMOTIONAL IMPAIRMENTS.*To allow emergency medical service providers to obtain workers' compensation benefits for certain mental or emotional impairments.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00666*1380*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING WORKERS' COMPENSATION BENEFITS FOR CERTAIN MENTAL OR EMOTIONAL IMPAIRMENTS AND MENTAL HEALTH CARE FOR CORRECTIONAL STAFF, EMERGENCY MEDICAL STAFF AND DISPATCHERS.*To provide workers' compensation coverage for certain mental or emotional impairments for Department of Correction and emergency medical staff and dispatchers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00667*1562*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING DOMESTIC WORKERS.*To expand the application of various labor laws to domestic workers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00668*5612*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING A FAIR WORK WEEK SCHEDULE.*To require certain employers to provide advance notice to certain employees of the employees' work schedule.*0*0*0*1*0*8**244*2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00669*1583*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RIGHT OF A PUBLIC EMPLOYEE TO JOIN OR SUPPORT A UNION.*To ensure workers continue to have the right to effective union representation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00670*1857*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMMUNITY INVESTMENT BOARDS AND NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE.*To (1) require certain municipalities to establish community investment boards to identify priorities for the use of municipal revenue sharing grants and select grants for payment in lieu of taxes, (2) require the Office of Policy and Management to accept proposals for solutions to problems specific to urban areas and establish pilot programs to implement such proposals, and (3) establish a task force to study issues concerning nonprofit providers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00671*2165*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE BOROUGH OF NAUGATUCK TO ISSUE PENSION DEFICIT FUNDING BONDS.*To authorize the borough of Naugatuck to issue an additional series of pension deficit funding bonds.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00672*2502*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LATE PAYMENT OF TAXES ON COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES.*To allow municipalities to waive penalties, fees or interest accrued on commercial properties for the 2020 fiscal year.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00673*1318*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING COACHES OF INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS TO WORK WITH STUDENTS DURING THE OFF-SEASON.*To allow coaches of interscholastic athletics to work with high school athletes during the off-season.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00674*1390*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INCLUSION OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AMONG THE STEM CREDIT REQUIREMENTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION.*To include computer science among the STEM credit requirements of the high school graduation requirements.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00675*1391*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SUBMISSION OF PROGRESS REPORTS ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CONNECTICUT COMPUTER SCIENCE PLAN.*To require the Department of Education to submit annual progress reports, through 2025, concerning the implementation of the Connecticut Computer Science Plan.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00676*1401*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF POLYSTYRENE PRODUCTS IN SCHOOLS.*To ban the use of polystyrene products in public schools in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00677*1561*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COMPLETION OF AN ANTI-RACISM COURSE FOR PURPOSES OF EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION.*To require the inclusion of an anti-racism course component as part of the Connecticut educator certification requirements.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00678*1695*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INCLUSION OF ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN STUDIES IN THE SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM.*To include Asian Pacific American studies in the public school curriculum.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00679*1514*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PROHIBITING SMOKING AT CERTAIN PRIVATE, NONPROFIT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH FACILITIES.*To extend the smoking ban to private, nonprofit behavioral health facilities that are funded by or have a contract with the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00680*1515*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE AVAILABILITY OF PUBLIC RESTROOMS.*To aid members of the public with required access to a public restroom in any commercial or retail establishment.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00681*1524*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PATIENT ACCESS TO MEDICAL RECORDS.*To allow a patient access to his or her medical records.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00682*1533*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A UNIVERSAL ASSESSMENT SYSTEM FOR SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES AND OTHER STATE AGENCIES.*To authorize a universal assessment system for programs serving persons with intellectual disability or developmental disabilities and the establishment of an advisory committee that includes persons with intellectual disability or developmental disabilities, their families and advocates.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00683*5644*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOSPITAL BILLING AND COLLECTION EFFORTS BY HOSPITALS AND COLLECTION AGENCIES.*To (1) restrict (A) the amount that a hospital or collection agent may recover from an uninsured or underinsured patient for the unpaid cost of health care, and (B) the manner in which a hospital or collection agent may secure or recover payment for the unpaid cost of health care, and (2) modify provisions concerning hospital billing practices to protect patients who receive health care at outpatient clinics that are owned by, or affiliated with, hospitals.*0*0*0*1*0*6**279*2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00684*980*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ISSUANCE OF REMOVABLE WINDSHIELD PLACARDS TO PARENTS AND GUARDIANS.*To facilitate the care and transportation of persons who are blind or persons with disabilities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00685*983*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO INTERSTATE 95 NORTHBOUND AT THE WATERFORD WEIGH STATION.*To permit access to Interstate Route 95 northbound at the Waterford weigh station to alleviate traffic due to the construction and use of a facility located at 140 Parkway South, Waterford, Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00686*1273*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MEMBERS OF CANINE SEARCH AND RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS.*To allow members of canine search and rescue organizations to safety respond to emergencies.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00687*1315*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING DRIVERS TO GRANT THE RIGHT-OF-WAY TO PUBLIC TRANSIT BUSES.*To improve the safety of motorists by requiring motorists to grant the right-of-way to public transit buses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00688*1316*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE INSTALLATION OF CAMERA VIDEO SYSTEMS INSIDE SCHOOL BUSES AND STUDENT TRANSPORTATION VEHICLES USED TO TRANSPORT CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS.*To ensure the safety of children with special needs by requiring the installation of camera video systems inside school buses or student transportation vehicles used for their transportation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00689*1399*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO DEVELOP A PLAN FOR A SOLAR ENERGY PROGRAM.*To require the Department of Transportation to develop a plan for a solar energy program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00690*1641*2021*162*PB *AN ACT NAMING A PORTION OF ROUTE 14 IN HONOR OF RUSSELL M. GRAY.*To name a portion of Route 14 in honor of former first selectman Russell M. Gray in recognition of his service to the town of Sterling.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00691*1798*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PENALTIES FOR PASSING A SCHOOL BUS.*To increase the penalties for passing a school bus and remit fifty per cent of the fine amounts received for passing a school bus to the local or regional school district in which the violation occurred.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00692*1166*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN VETERANS' BENEFITS FROM INCOME WHEN DETERMINING ELIGIBILITY FOR STATE MEDICAID PROGRAMS.*To exempt any federal veterans' benefits from income when determining eligibility for state Medicaid programs and to authorize the Commissioner of Social Services to exempt such benefits from income eligibility criteria as unreimbursed medical expenses.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00693*2005*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CHANGES TO STATUTES CONCERNING HEALTH CLUB CONTRACTS AND THE AUTOMOBILE LEMON LAW.*To amend consumer protection statutes concerning health clubs and the automobile lemon law.*0*1*0*1*0*16**221*2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00694*2013*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO PHARMACY AND DRUG CONTROL STATUTES.*To make revisions to Department of Consumer Protection pharmacy and drug control statutes.*0*1*0*1*0*6**117*2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00695*2651*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PENALTIES FOR FAILURE TO FILE CERTAIN PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENT INFORMATION AND CONTINGENCY AGREEMENTS FOR EXPERT TESTIMONY IN CERTAIN TAX ASSESSMENT APPEALS.*To (1) impose a certain penalty on owners of certain real property for failure to file certain information requested by the assessor, (2) allow for filings postmarked within the applicable filing period to be deemed not delinquent, (3) apply existing billing practices to tax bills issued to such owners, and (4) prohibit the use of certain expert witnesses in certain tax assessment appeals if such witness is compensated on a contingency basis for such testimony.*0*1*0*0*0*6***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00696*2624*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE LEGISLATIVE COMMISSIONERS' RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MINOR AND TECHNICAL REVISIONS TO STATUTES CONCERNING PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT.*To make minor and technical revisions to statutes concerning planning and development.*0*1*0*0*0*16**76*2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00697*2623*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN MUNICIPAL AGREEMENTS TO FIX ASSESSMENTS.*To allow the boards of selectmen, instead of the town meetings, of certain municipalities to enter into certain agreements to fix assessments.*0*1*0*0*0*2**73*2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00698*1960*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ONLINE PUBLICATION OF LEGAL NOTICES BY MUNICIPALITIES.*To permit the posting of advertisements of legal notices on municipal Internet web sites.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00699*1937*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ALTERNATE MEMBERS OF MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSIONS.*To permit members of municipal zoning commissions and municipal boards of appeals to serve as alternate members of municipal planning commissions.*0*1*0*0*0*2**74*2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00700*1738*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DISCLOSURE OF DAMS AND SIMILAR STRUCTURES BY SELLERS OF REAL PROPERTY.*To require the seller of real property on which a dam or similar structure is located to disclose the existence of such dam or similar structure on a residential condition report.*0*1*0*0*0*11**77*2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00701*1725*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE BOLTON LAKES REGIONAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL AUTHORITY.*To permit the board of directors of the Bolton Lakes Regional Water Pollution Control Authority to authorize expansion of the authority's wastewater system into the town of Coventry and take any action the board deems necessary to implement such expansion.*0*1*0*0*0*2**78*2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00702*2596*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A PROGRAM TO PROVIDE FREE SWIMMING LESSONS TO INDIVIDUALS UNDER THE AGE OF EIGHTEEN.*To require the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection to establish and administer a program to provide free swimming lessons to individuals under the age of eighteen.*0*1*0*0*0*2**58*2021-01-27 00:00:00*2021-01-28 00:00:00**0* ** SB00703*1170*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR REGIONAL FIRE TRAINING SCHOOLS.*To fund the nine regional fire training schools through appropriations in the state budget and not from any specific taxes or increased surcharges, including any fees on insurance premiums.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00704*1636*2021*162*PB *AN ACT APPROPRIATING FUNDS TO THE DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT PROGRAM.*To fund the drug recognition expert program in Connecticut.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00705*5699*2021*162*CB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN OFFICE OF PANDEMIC AND PUBLIC HEALTH PREPAREDNESS.*To establish an Office of Pandemic and Public Health Preparedness.*0*0*0*0*0*9***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** SB00706*1863*2021*162*PB *AN ACT APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION ORGANIZATIONS.*To restore suicide prevention funding.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00707*2455*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF RHAM HIGH SCHOOL AS A REGIONAL SHELTER.*To facilitate the purchase and installation of a generator at RHAM high school so that the building may be used as a regional shelter.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00708*1291*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE BANKING COMMISSIONER TO STUDY THE FINANCIAL IMPACT CERTAIN OVERDRAFT PROTECTION PROGRAMS HAVE ON CUSTOMERS IN CERTAIN DISADVANTAGED COMMUNITIES.*To require the Banking Commissioner to conduct a study to determine the financial impact certain overdraft protection programs have on customers in certain disadvantaged communities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00709*1282*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT APPRENTICESHIP AND EDUCATION COMMITTEE.*To broaden the duties of the Connecticut Apprenticeship and Education Committee and increase participation in apprenticeship programs in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00710*2040*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING INCENTIVES FOR DEFENSE CONTRACTORS TO CREATE JOBS.*To establish a program to provide incentives to defense contractors and subcontractors that are headquartered in the state and make long-term commitments to maintain and grow jobs in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00711*4120*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING COVID-19 RELIEF FOR SMALL BUSINESSES AND REQUIRING FEDERAL REGULATORY ANALYSIS FOR PROPOSED STATE REGULATIONS.*To (1) prohibit an increase in employers' experience ratings based on COVID-19 unemployment claims, (2) exempt personal protective equipment from the sales and use taxes for small businesses, and (3) require agencies to prepare a federal regulatory analysis when developing a proposed regulation.*0*0*0*0*0*12**145*2021-03-01 00:00:00*2021-03-02 00:00:00**0* ** SB00712*1744*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCENTIVIZING AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN CONNECTICUT.*To provide a twenty per cent increase in a local board of education's reimbursement percentage under the school building project grant program if the town for such board reaches the ten per cent threshold of affordable housing in the town.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00713*1802*2021*162*PB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE DYSLEXIA INSTRUCTION AND TRAINING TASK FORCE CONCERNING EDUCATOR PREPARATION PROGRAMS.*To implement the recommendations of the Task Force to Analyze the Implementation of Laws Governing Dyslexia Instruction and Training concerning educator preparation programs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00714*1853*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A PLAN TO PROMOTE OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TRADES THAT ARE AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS IN THE STATE.*To promote opportunities in the trades to Connecticut students.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00715*2105*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING FUNDING FOR THE EDUCATING OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS.*To adequately reimburse boards of education for the costs associated with educating English language learner students.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00716*5521*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN BORROWERS' BILL OF RIGHTS ACT OF 2019.*To provide additional protections for student loan borrowers and cosigners of private education loans and to create a cause of action against student loan servicers who engage in abusive acts or practices while servicing a student education loan.*0*0*0*0*0*9**188*2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00717*1288*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ARTICULATING FEES ON AN ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION CUSTOMER'S BILL.*To articulate fees on an electric distribution customer's bill, including energy delivery fees.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00718*2074*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INSTILLING A MORATORIUM ON CONSTRUCTION OF NEW FOSSIL FUEL PLANTS.*To instill a moratorium on the construction of new fossil fuel plants in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00719*2239*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY CYBER ATTACKS.*To establish a task force to study and develop recommendations concerning protection from, and prevention of, cyber attacks.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00720*2240*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING DATA PRIVACY, NET NEUTRALITY, CYBER SECURITY AND FAIRNESS IN DATA USAGE IN THE NEW AGE OF A DIGITAL WORKFORCE.*To protect the economy and online learning from data breaches and limits on broadband usage.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00721*2257*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A PROGRAM TO INCENTIVIZE TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES IN THE STATE.*To create a program incentivizing competition of telecommunications companies and expansion of telecommunications services in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00722*2262*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING TEXT MESSAGE NOTICE OF IMPENDING UTILITY SERVICE SHUT OFF.*To require a utility company to send a text message of an impending utility service shut off.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00723*2268*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SOCIAL MEDIA TRANSPARENCY, PRIVACY AND ACCURACY.*To increase transparency, limit invasions into privacy and ensure accuracy of content on social media platforms.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00724*2272*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE SEPARATION OF THE PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY AUTHORITY FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.*To restructure the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority as an independent governmental entity.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00725*2435*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCENTIVIZING THE USE OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES.*To incentivize the use of electric vehicles in the state, giving preference to vulnerable communities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00726*2442*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCENTIVIZING GROCERY STORES TO PURCHASE ELECTRIC GENERATORS.*To incentivize grocery stores to purchase electric generators.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00727*2479*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A PERMANENT VIRTUAL NET METERING PROGRAM.*To create a permanent virtual net metering program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00728*2512*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PREVENTING TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPANIES FROM INCREASING ROAMING CHARGES OR BILLING RATES DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.*To prevent telecommunications companies from increasing charges to customers during the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00729*2516*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ELIMINATING POWER PURCHASE AGREEMENTS.*To eliminate power purchase agreements.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00730*1245*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING PERSONS TO CARRY HANDGUNS IN STATE PARKS AND STATE FORESTS.*To prevent the state from restricting persons from carrying handguns in state parks and state forests for the purpose of self-defense.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00731*1517*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE FOREST PRACTICES ADVISORY BOARD.*To revise the membership of the Forest Practices Advisory Board.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00732*2503*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF THE ACCESSIBILITY OF THE LEGISLATIVE OFFICE BUILDING AND STATE CAPITOL BUILDING.*To study the accessibility of the Legislative Office Building and State Capitol building.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00733*1814*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING SALES TAX ON TRUCK WASH SERVICES.*To specify that truck wash services are exempt from the sales tax.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00734*1851*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SALES TAX TREATMENT OF CERTAIN REBATES AND PROMOTIONAL ITEMS.*To exclude from the sales and use taxes (1) the portion of the purchase price of taxable tangible personal property or taxable services for which a purchaser may obtain a cash rebate from the manufacturer or a third-party, and (2) taxable tangible personal property advertised as free, that are ultimately no cost to the purchaser through the meeting of certain contractual obligations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00735*1875*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW POLICE DEPARTMENT IN PLYMOUTH.*To provide funding for the construction of a new police department in Plymouth.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00736*1968*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEDUCTION AND WITHHOLDING OF THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX FROM PENSION PAYMENTS.*To eliminate the requirement that income tax be deducted and withheld from pension payments, unless the payee has submitted a CTW4P withholding certificate to the payer.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00737*2044*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE AMOUNT OF THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR SOCIAL SECURITY INCOME.*To increase the amount of the personal income tax deduction for Social Security income.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00738*2046*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE PROPERTY TAX CREDIT.*To increase the amount of the credit against the personal income tax for taxes paid on a primary residence or motor vehicle.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00739*2048*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING BREASTFEEDING SUPPLIES FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES.*To exempt breastfeeding supplies from the sales and use taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00740*2068*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A TEMPORARY PERSONAL INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR EXPENSES RELATED TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.*To allow taxpayers a personal income tax credit for the taxable years commencing January 1, 2020, and January 1, 2021, for expenses related to the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00741*2071*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXTENDING FARMER TAX EXEMPTION PERMITS GRANTED TO CERTAIN START-UP FARMERS NEGATIVELY IMPACTED BY THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.*To require the Department of Revenue Services to extend a farmer tax exemption permit granted to certain start-up farmers and the time period to show proof of profitability.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00742*2100*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MUNICIPAL REVENUE SHARING ACCOUNT.*To fully fund the municipal revenue sharing account for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, to provide support for municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00743*2125*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEDUCTION AND WITHHOLDING OF PERSONAL INCOME TAX FROM PENSION AND ANNUITY DISTRIBUTIONS.*To eliminate the requirement that payers of pension and annuity distributions deduct and withhold personal income tax from such distributions.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00744*2134*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION ON PROPERTIES OWNED BY YALE UNIVERSITY.*To define further the property tax exemption applicable to property owned by Yale University.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00745*3907*2021*162*CB *AN ACT REQUIRING CERTAIN FINANCING DISCLOSURES.*To require certain financing disclosures.*0*0*0*0*0*14***2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00746*2371*2021*162*PB *AN ACT INCREASING THE AMOUNT OF THE CREDIT ALLOWED AGAINST THE AFFECTED BUSINESS ENTITY TAX AND REQUIRING THE PAYMENT OF REFUNDS TO AFFECTED BUSINESS ENTITIES.*To increase the amount of the credit allowed against the affected business entity tax and to require the Department of Revenue Services to pay refunds to affected business entities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00747*2501*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING FROM THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX PROCEEDS FROM THE SALE OF AGRICULTURAL LAND DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS TO THE STATE.*To exempt from the personal income tax proceeds from the sale of the development rights of any agricultural land to the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00748*2519*2021*162*PB *AN ACT EXEMPTING PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FROM THE SALES AND USE TAXES FOR THE DURATION OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.*To exempt personal protective equipment from the sales and use taxes for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00749*2529*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR A PARKING FACILITY IN MIDDLETOWN AND OTHER PURPOSES.*To provide funding for a parking facility in downtown Middletown and other purposes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00750*1519*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING LEGISLATIVE REVIEW OF GUBERNATORIAL EMERGENCY DECLARATIONS AND ORDERS.*To amend the statutes concerning emergency declarations to require additional and bipartisan legislative review.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00751*2001*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE LEGISLATIVE APPROVAL OF CERTAIN EXECUTIVE ORDERS ISSUED WHILE THE LEGISLATURE IS IN REGULAR SESSION.*To require legislative review of executive orders issued pursuant to a public health or civil preparedness emergency declaration when the legislature is in regular session.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00752*2014*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ELECTORAL PRIVILEGES FOR INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS.*To provide for restoration of electoral privileges to incarcerated individuals and retention of such privileges by individuals who may be incarcerated in the future.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00753*3566*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COUNTING OF INCARCERATED PERSONS FOR PURPOSES OF DETERMINING LEGISLATIVE DISTRICTS.*To provide for the adjustment of population data so as to count incarcerated persons as residents of their last town of residence rather than as residents of the town in which the correctional facility is located.*0*0*0*1*0*4**274*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00754*2055*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING ADDITIONAL PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS TO PROVIDE STATE SERVICES.*To prepare for the impending retirements of the state workforce by authorizing additional public-private partnerships to provide state services.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00755*2116*2021*162*PB *AN ACT WITHDRAWING CONNECTICUT FROM THE NATIONAL POPULAR VOTE INTERSTATE COMPACT.*To withdraw the state from the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00756*2118*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AUDITING OF SIGNED STATEMENTS OF ELECTORS PRIOR TO VOTING.*To require that statements signed by electors, in lieu of presenting certain identification at the polls, be audited for accuracy.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00757*2121*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AUDITING OF ELECTION DAY REGISTRATION.*To require the audit of election day registrations and subsequent confirmation notices of such registrations.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00758*2138*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TITLING OF PROPOSED BILLS.*To ensure that bill titles reflect legislative intent.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00759*3522*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING GENDER NEUTRALITY IN THE STATE CONSTITUTION.*To establish a commission to review the text of the Constitution of the state to recommend the removal of all gendered language.*0*0*0*1*0*3**254*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00760*3524*2021*162*CB *AN ACT PROHIBITING PUBLICATION OF AN IMAGE OR A VIDEO OF A FATAL ACCIDENT UNTIL A FAMILY OR HOUSEHOLD MEMBER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.*To prohibit members of the news media from publishing images or videos of a fatal accident scene prior to notification of a family or household member of the fatality.*0*0*0*0*0*2***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00761*4988*2021*162*CB *AN ACT PERMITTING THE USE OF CITIZENS' ELECTION PROGRAM GRANT FUNDS TO OFFSET A PARTICIPATING CANDIDATE'S CHILD CARE COSTS.*To permit the use of Citizens' Election Program grant funds to offset a participating candidate's child care costs.*0*0*0*1*0*5**284*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00762*1859*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REPORTING OF FALSE CLAIMS OR OTHER ABUSE OF STATE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS.*To encourage the reporting of false claims or other abuse of state assistance programs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00763*2586*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING DRIVERS OF PARATRANSIT VEHICLES TO REPORT SUSPECTED ABUSE, NEGLECT, EXPLOITATION OR ABANDONMENT OF ELDERLY PERSONS.*To make paratransit vehicle drivers mandatory reporters of suspected abuse of elderly persons.*0*1*0*0*0*3**59*2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00764*2589*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MEDICAID PROVIDERS.*To add acupuncture and chiropractor services to those covered under Medicaid, adjust the Medicaid payment methodology for methadone maintenance providers, achieve Medicaid payment parity for nurse-midwives and podiatrists performing the same services as physicians, and provide Medicaid reimbursement to peer support specialists.*0*1*0*1*0*4**118*2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00765*2587*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ELIGIBILITY FOR THE CONNECTICUT HOME CARE PROGRAM FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.*To clarify eligibility for the Connecticut home-care program for persons with disabilities.*0*1*0*1*0*2**60*2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00766*2017*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REQUIRED HEALTH INSURANCE AND MEDICAID COVERAGE FOR BRAND-NAME PRESCRIPTION DRUGS.*To modify certain provisions requiring health insurance and Medicaid coverage for brand-name prescription drugs.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00767*2056*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR MEDICALLY NECESSARY CORONARY CALCIUM SCAN TESTS.*To require health insurance coverage for medically necessary coronary calcium scan tests.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00768*2059*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY METHODS OF DEVELOPING, EXPANDING AND IMPROVING THE INSURANCE INDUSTRY WORKFORCE IN THIS STATE.*To establish a task force to study, and develop strategies to develop, expand and improve, the insurance industry workforce in this state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00769*2096*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR ELECTIVE FERTILITY PRESERVATION TREATMENTS.*To require health insurance coverage for elective fertility preservation treatments.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00770*2141*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REQUIRED HEALTH INSURANCE AND MEDICAID COVERAGE FOR AUDIOLOGY, OPTOMETRY AND OPHTHALMOLOGY.*To ensure health insurance and Medicaid coverage for audiology, optometry and ophthalmology.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00771*1292*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COLLECTION OF CERTAIN DATA RELATING TO PARENTS WHO HAVE THEIR PARENTAL RIGHTS TERMINATED.*To require the Commissioner of Children and Families, in collaboration with the Commissioner of Correction, to collect and publish aggregate data relating to parents who have their parental rights terminated, including parents whose parental rights are terminated while incarcerated.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00772*1411*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING UNDUE INFLUENCE.*To define "undue influence" and criminalize the use of such influence to persuade a vulnerable person to act against their own interest.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00773*1507*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING REPAYMENT OF COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH INCARCERATION.*To remove the requirement that a formerly incarcerated person reimburse the state for costs associated with such person's incarceration if such person wins the lottery or is the recipient of some similar benefit or proceeds from a legal settlement.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00774*1882*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE THEFT OF FIREARMS FROM VEHICLES.*To prevent the theft of firearms from vehicles and save lives.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00775*2053*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REVISING PUBLIC ACT 20-1 OF THE JULY SPECIAL SESSION, ALSO KNOWN AS THE POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY ACT.*To make revisions to public act 20-1 of the July special session, known as the Police Accountability Act.*0*0*1*0*0*3***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00776*2067*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE TREASURER AND CLIMATE CHANGE AND COASTAL RESILIENCY RESERVE FUNDS.*To authorize the State Treasurer to invest funds for municipalities that have created a Climate Change and Coastal Resiliency Reserve Fund.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00777*2258*2021*162*PB *AN ACT DEFINING THE TERM "CHARACTER" FOR PURPOSES OF CERTAIN ZONING STATUTES.*To define the term "character" for purposes of certain zoning statutes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00778*2515*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING A STUDY OF THE IMPACT OF POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY MEASURES.*To study the impact of Public Act 20-1, An Act Concerning Police Accountability, on municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00779*150*2021*162*PB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING SPORTS WAGERING, ONLINE GAMING, ONLINE LOTTERY TICKET SALES AND ONLINE KENO IN THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT.*To create jobs in the gaming industry and increase revenue to the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00780*1582*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING EMERGENCY CERTIFICATES ISSUED BY PHYSICIANS AND FIREARM POSSESSION AND SALES.*To add temporary commitments under physician's emergency certifications to any registry of admissions for patients with psychiatric disabilities that is maintained by the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and reviewed when determining the suitability of a person to purchase or possess a firearm.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00781*1638*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF THE CRISIS INTERVENTION TRAINING REQUIRED BY THE STATE POLICE ACADEMY AND POLICE OFFICER STANDARDS AND TRAINING COUNCIL.*To recognize that incidences related to mental health are on the rise and to provide law enforcement officers with the tools they need for mental health awareness and crisis intervention.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00782*1855*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AGRICULTURAL FAIRS AND STATE POLICE OFFICERS.*To provide for adequate and affordable security and traffic control at agricultural fairs.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00783*1869*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ELECTED AND APPOINTED CONSTABLES AS LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICIALS DURING A STATE OR NATIONAL EMERGENCY.*To allow constables to be classified as law enforcement during state and national emergencies for certain purposes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00784*2542*2021*162*PB *AN ACT MAKING REVISIONS TO PUBLIC ACT 20-1 OF THE JULY SPECIAL SESSION.*To make revisions to public act 20-01 of the July special session in order to allow the Police Officer Standards and Training Council to create a standardized state-wide curriculum; protect against frivolous lawsuits; allow public safety officials to enforce laws and confiscate illegal drugs and weapons; create a working reasonableness standard for the use of force by police officers; sufficiently prepare municipalities, insurers and insureds for the impact of the removal of qualified immunity; save costs by maintaining Police Officer Standards and Training Council certification of law enforcement agencies; and allow for police to use judgment while making split second decisions.*0*0*1*0*0*3***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00785*981*2021*162*PB *AN ACT PERMITTING DRIVERS' SCHOOLS TO ADMINISTER EXAMINATIONS FOR DRIVER PERMITS.*To allow drivers' schools to administer the examination for the adult and youth instruction permit.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00786*982*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR LICENSE AND SAFE BOATING CERTIFICATE.*To reduce paperwork by consolidating the motor vehicle operator license and safe boating certificate.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00787*4583*2021*162*CB *AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS FROM PROPERTY TAX.*To exempt any veteran with a disability rating from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs amounting to one hundred per cent from property tax on such veteran's dwelling house and lot used as his or her domicile.*0*0*0*0*0*8***2021-03-08 00:00:00*2021-03-09 00:00:00**0* ** SB00788*1887*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING VETERANS' BENEFITS FOR VETERANS DISCHARGED OTHER THAN HONORABLY.*To expand eligibility for state veterans' benefits to veterans who were discharged other than honorably due to their sexual orientation.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-28 00:00:00*2021-01-29 00:00:00**0* ** SB00789*2266*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT DEVELOPMENT, RESEARCH AND ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE MATCHING GRANT PROGRAM.*To establish the Connecticut development, research and economic assistance matching grant program.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00790*2306*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING GYMS AND FITNESS CENTERS TO HAVE A.E.D.'S ON SITE.*To require gyms and fitness centers to have automatic external defibrillators on site and to have developed and implemented policies for the use of defibrillators.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00791*2429*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PRICE GOUGING IN THE EVENT OF A PUBLICLY DECLARED EMERGENCY.*To prevent against price gouging in the event of a publicly declared emergency.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00792*2438*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING APPRENTICE TO JOURNEYMAN RATIOS FOR ELECTRICAL TRADESPERSONS.*To require the Commissioner of Consumer Protection to review current standards for electrical tradesperson apprentice to journeyman ratios.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00793*2106*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING EXECUTIVE BRANCH AUTHORITY REGARDING ELECTIONS.*To require the Secretary of the State to report to the legislature on election laws modified by executive branch authority for any election or primary held in 2020 or 2021.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00794*2107*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SECRETARY OF THE STATE AND THE LEGISLATIVE REGULATION REVIEW COMMITTEE.*To require legislative review of certain interpretations of election law by the Secretary of the State.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00795*2110*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING MAILED ABSENTEE BALLOT APPLICATIONS.*To prohibit the unsolicited mailing of absentee ballot applications.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00796*2111*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ABSENTEE BALLOTS.*To specify that absentee ballots may only be counted on election day, provide consistency among towns as to pre-election processing of such ballots and allow for the curing of unsigned absentee ballot envelopes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00797*2112*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A PILOT PROGRAM FOR VERIFICATION OF SIGNATURES ON ABSENTEE BALLOT ENVELOPES.*To establish a pilot program for verification of signatures on absentee ballot.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00798*2114*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING ABSENTEE BALLOT APPLICATIONS.*To advise absentee ballot applicants of the penalties for violation of election laws, including those concerning possession and completion of absentee ballots.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00799*2115*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF CERTAIN ABSENTEE VOTING PROCEDURES.*To establish a task force to study using a single envelope for the return of an absentee ballot.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00800*2124*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PHOTO IDENTIFICATION FOR VOTING PURPOSES.*To (1) require the presentation of photo identification at the polls in order to vote, and (2) establish a program for waiving the fee associated with obtaining, for voting purposes, a form of government-issued photo identification.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00801*2126*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CROSS-ENDORSED CANDIDATES ON THE BALLOT.*To require that, for any candidate who has been nominated by multiple parties, the name of such candidate shall appear only once on the ballot.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00802*2129*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ADMINISTRATION OF ELECTIONS.*To implement several changes concerning the administration of elections.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00803*2278*2021*162*PB *AN ACT RECONVENING THE INDIAN AFFAIRS COUNCIL AND ANALYZING THE STATE'S RESPONSIBILITY TO MAINTAIN THE RESERVATIONS IN THE STATE.*To reconvene the Indian Affairs Council and clarify the state's responsibilities with regard to maintaining and providing services to the reservations in the state.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00804*4657*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING INCLUSION IN CERTAIN COMMUNITIES, ZONING REQUIREMENTS AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING.*To address issues with affordable housing, multiunit residential buildings, sewerage systems, housing authority jurisdiction, training for certain municipal officials involved in planning and zoning decisions and compliance with municipal zoning regulations.*0*0*0*0*0*49***2021-03-08 00:00:00*2021-03-09 00:00:00**0* ** SB00805*2283*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A PUBLIC OPTION FOR WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE.*To create a public option for workers' compensation insurance.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00806*2320*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND RESPONSES TO UNEMPLOYMENT ISSUES.*To give transparency to Connecticut's residents regarding responses by the Department of Labor regarding unemployment issues.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00807*2449*2021*162*PB *AN ACT MANDATING A MINIMUM NUMBER OF SUPPORT STAFF AT THE LABOR DEPARTMENT AND ESTABLISHING A CONSISTENT CONSUMER CONTACT CENTER TELEPHONE NUMBER.*To mandate a minimum number of consumer support staff at the Labor Department and to establish a consistent telephone number for said department's Consumer Contact Center.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00808*2142*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROPERTY TAXES AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING.*To require an additional property tax for certain municipalities and use the revenues from such tax to fund support services and programs in other municipalities.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00809*2150*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT OF HARTFORD COUNTY.*To address concerns with the organization and operations of the Metropolitan District Commission of Hartford County.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00810*2255*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TERM "COMMUNITY RESIDENCE".*To specify an exception to the term "community residence" in section 8-3e of the general statutes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00811*2322*2021*162*PB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING MINIMUM PER MILE AND PER MINUTE EARNING RATES FOR RIDE SHARE DRIVERS.*To establish minimum per mile and per minute earning rates for ride share drivers.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00812*1699*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXPANDING ELIGIBILITY FOR THE ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE RESPITE CARE PROGRAM.*To expand access to the Alzheimer's disease respite care program by raising income and asset limits.*0*1*0*1*0*3***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00813*1704*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING RETROACTIVE MEDICAID ELIGIBILITY FOR HOME CARE SERVICES.*To grant retroactive Medicaid eligibility to home-care applicants consistent with federal law.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00814*1703*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO REVIEW VOLUNTARISM NEEDS OF THE STATE OMBUDSMAN.*To establish a task force to review voluntarism needs of the State Ombudsman and make recommendations.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00815*1707*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SMOKING IN NURSING HOMES, ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES AND OTHER HOUSING FOR THE ELDERLY.*To protect the health of elderly persons by restricting cigarette smoking.*0*1*0*0*0*4***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00816*1706*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A REVOLVING LOAN FUND TO ASSIST ELDERLY HOMEOWNERS.*To establish a revolving loan fund to help financially distressed senior citizens to pay property taxes.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00817*1708*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SENIOR CENTERS.*To support and expand services offered by senior centers.*0*1*0*0*0*6**53*2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00818*1702*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PERMITTING THE COMMUNITY SPOUSE OF AN INSTITUTIONALIZED MEDICAID RECIPIENT TO RETAIN THE MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF ALLOWABLE ASSETS.*To prevent impoverishment of spouses of institutionalized residents.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00819*2454*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FISCAL STABILIZATION OF THE TOWN OF SCOTLAND.*To increase state moneys to the town of Scotland to ensure the fiscal solvency of the municipality.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-02-01 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00820*5710*2021*162*CB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STATE VOTING RIGHTS ACT.*To afford mechanisms for the challenge of certain election administration laws, practices or procedures that may impair the electoral rights of certain protected classes of individuals.*0*0*0*0*0*23***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** SB00821*2699*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REFORMATION OF CERTAIN TAXES AND TAX EQUITY.*To reform certain taxes to reduce taxes for middle-class families and enable investments in education, housing, health care and long-term care services, and to require the Labor Commissioner to make a one-time direct payment of five hundred dollars to individuals who experienced economic hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic and received unemployment compensation benefits between March 15, 2020, and December 31, 2020, inclusive.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-02-01 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00822*2132*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CAMPAIGN FINANCE AND PHOTO IDENTIFICATION FOR VOTING.*To (1) require that statements signed by electors, in lieu of presenting certain identification at the polls, be audited for accuracy, and (2) make several changes regarding campaign finance.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-02-01 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00823*2243*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING PRIMARIES FOR NOMINATION OF CANDIDATES.*To move primaries held in even-numbered years to the second Tuesday after the General Assembly adjourns sine die.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-02-01 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00824*2617*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING TRAINING FOR THE MEMBERS OF THE GOVERNING BOARDS OF INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT STATE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES' BUDGET AND AUTHORITY TO MERGE OR CLOSE INSTITUTIONS.*To require training for board members responsible for governing any institution of higher education in the state.*0*1*0*1*0*3**189*2021-02-01 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00825*2541*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING AUTOMATIC VOTER REGISTRATION, ABSENTEE VOTING AND LOCAL ADMINISTRATION OF ELECTIONS AND REFERENDA.*To (1) implement automatic voter registration at additional state agencies, (2) allow absentee voting during the COVID-19 pandemic, (3) make permanent the use of absentee ballot drop boxes, (4) increase funding for local election administrators, and (5) make certain changes regarding municipal referenda.*0*0*1*0*0*2***2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00826*2162*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CREATING A CAUSE OF ACTION AGAINST LICENSED NURSING HOME FACILITIES FOR NEGLIGENCE RELATED TO COVID-19.*To establish a new cause of action against licensed nursing home facilities for negligence related to the COVID-19 pandemic.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-02-01 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00827*2340*2021*162*PB *AN ACT REQUIRING EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION OF STATE FUNDS FOR DIAPER BANKS AND AUTHORIZING DIAPER BANKS TO SET THEIR OWN ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR NEEDY PARENTS TO RECEIVE ASSISTANCE.*To ensure equitable distribution of state funds to diaper banks state-wide and authorize such diaper banks to set their own eligibility guidelines for needy parents to receive assistance.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-02-01 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00828*2104*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING CHANGES TO PUBLIC ACT 20-1 OF THE JULY SPECIAL SESSION, ALSO KNOWN AS THE POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY ACT.*To amend provisions of public act 20-1 of the July special session, also known as the Police Accountability Act.*0*0*1*0*0*3***2021-02-01 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00829*2296*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING USE OF SPACE LOCATED IN A FLOODPLAIN.*To allow certain space located slightly below the five-hundred-year flood elevation to be used.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-02-01 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00830*2330*2021*162*PB *AN ACT CONCERNING FORECLOSURE BY MUNICIPALITIES.*To grant municipalities title free and clear of all encumbrances in cases of absolute foreclosure.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-02-01 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00831*2762*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE LOAN ORIGINATORS.*To exempt certain commercial mortgage loan originators from the provisions of sections 31-76b to 31-76j, inclusive, of the general statutes.*0*1*0*0*0*4*356*75*2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00832*2741*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO THE BANKING STATUTES.*To require the Department of Banking to submit recommendations for various revisions to the banking statutes to the General Assembly.*0*1*0*0*0*1**93*2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00833*2739*2021*162*RB *AN ACT INCREASING THE ELECTION OF REMEDIES THRESHOLD FOR MOTOR VEHICLES AND BOATS.*To increase the election of remedies threshold for certain motor vehicles and boats.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00834*2797*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING WATER QUALITY NOTIFICATION.*To require the owner of a property supplied by a public well or a well for semipublic use to notify each tenant and lessee of such property of the results of certain water quality tests.*0*1*0*1*0*6**280*2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00835*2758*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING DECEPTIVE ADVERTISING PRACTICES OF LIMITED SERVICES PREGNANCY CENTERS.*To prohibit deceptive advertising practices by limited services pregnancy centers. .*0*1*0*0*0*5**61*2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00836*2730*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PERMANENT PARTIAL DISABILITY BENEFITS AND PENSION OFFSETS.*To prohibit municipal or special taxing district pension systems from diminishing or eliminating certain retiree's rights and benefits.*0*1*0*1*0*2**62*2021-02-02 00:00:00*2021-02-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00837*2645*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF PERFLUOROALKYL OR POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES IN CLASS B FIREFIGHTING FOAM.*To prohibit the use of firefighting foam containing PFAS for training purposes and establish a take-back program for such products.*0*1*0*1*0*2**126*2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00838*2671*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MINOR REVISIONS TO CERTAIN FISHING PROGRAMS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.*To better enable veterans groups to engage in fishing and to otherwise allow for more fishing opportunities.*0*1*0*1*0*3**137*2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00839*2647*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ELECTRONIC DOCUMENTS AND PESTICIDE REGULATION IN THE STATE.*To establish an electronic method for the retention and searching of records of pesticide applications made in the state.*0*1*0*1*0*1**119*2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00840*2648*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CONNECTICUT'S SHELLFISH RESTORATION PROGRAM AND THE CONNECTICUT SEAFOOD COUNCIL.*To enhance the state's shellfish restoration program through certain contracting authority and to reconstitute the Connecticut Seafood Council.*0*1*0*0*0*4**138*2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00841*2712*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT'S RECOMMENDED CHANGES TO THE INSURANCE STATUTES.*To: (1) Prohibit insurers, health care centers and fraternal benefit societies from requiring, or using the results of, genetic testing in connection with annuities and certain insurance policies; (2) provide that prohibited requirements for, and uses of, genetic testing violate the Connecticut Unfair Insurance Practices Act; (3) specify the reasons for which certain insurers may cancel certain homeowners insurance policies and manner in which such insurers must cancel such policies; (4) require the Insurance Commissioner to disapprove certain credit life insurance and credit accident and health insurance forms if the loss ratios contained in such forms do not satisfy certain criteria; and (5) reduce the total number of hours of study that an applicant for an insurance producer license must successfully complete for each line of insurance for which such applicant is seeking such license.*0*1*0*1*0*20**228*2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00842*2814*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH INSURANCE AND HEALTH CARE IN CONNECTICUT.*To: (1) Authorize the Comptroller to offer health coverage to plan participants and beneficiaries in this state under a multiemployer plan, nonprofit employers and their employees and small employers and their employees; (2) assess an annual fee against certain insurers, health care centers and exempt insurers; (3) require the Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange to (A) administer the "Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange account", (B) consult with the Office of Health Strategy to develop and, if approved, implement a plan to (i) establish a subsidiary, (ii) seek a state innovation waiver, and (iii) use the moneys deposited in said account for the purposes set forth in the plan, (C) consult with the Commissioner of Social Services to develop and, if approved, implement a methodology to determine eligibility for the working persons with disabilities program, and (D) determine whether certain individuals referred to the exchange by the Labor Commissioner are eligible for free or subsidized health coverage or other assistance or benefits and, if such individuals are eligible for such coverage, assistance or benefits, enroll such individuals in such coverage, assistance or benefits; (4) establish the "Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange account"; (5) require certain qualified health plans offered through the exchange to (A) provide coverage for certain benefits, (B) have a minimum actuarial value of at least seventy per cent, and (C) provide enrollees with access to the broadest provider network available under the qualified health plans offered by the health carrier through the exchange; (6) require the Office of Health Strategy to (A) annually determine, and disclose to the Office of Policy and Management, the amount of an annual assessment against certain insurers, health care centers and exempt insurers, and (B) develop, and submit to the joint standing committee of the General Assembly having cognizance of matters relating to insurance for approval, a plan for the exchange to (i) establish a subsidiary to create a marketplace for health carriers to offer affordable health insurance coverage to persons who are ineligible for coverage under the qualified health plans offered through the exchange, (ii) seek a state innovation waiver to (I) reduce the cost of health insurance in this state, (II) make health insurance coverage available to persons in this state who are ineligible for coverage under a qualified health plan offered through the exchange, and (III) allow persons to receive coverage under the working persons with disabilities program through the exchange, and (iii) use the moneys deposited in the "Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange account" to (I) reduce the cost of qualified health plans offered through the exchange, (II) make coverage affordable for persons who are ineligible for coverage under a qualified health plan offered through the exchange, and (III) implement the state innovation waiver if the federal government issues su*0*1*0*1*0*35***2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00843*2689*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REGULATION OF INSURANCE IN THIS STATE.*To: (1) Provide that certain health carriers (A) shall offer Medicare supplement insurance policies and certificates for plan "D" to persons eligible for Medicare by reason of disability, and (B) may deliver Medicare supplement insurance policies and certificates for plan "D" to qualified Medicare beneficiaries; (2) amend certain provisions of the general statutes to more closely conform to the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015, P.L. 114-10; (3) extend the sunset date for personal risk insurance rate filings; and (4) eliminate the territorial cap on increases for personal risk insurance rate filings.*0*1*0*0*0*4**207*2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00844*2811*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT'S RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING VALUE-ADDED PRODUCTS AND SERVICES AND PROHIBITED INSURANCE PRACTICES.*To: (1) Specify the circumstances under which certain insurance companies, societies, attorneys, agents, insurance producers, solicitors and other persons and parties may (A) offer or provide certain value-added products and services, and (B) offer or give noncash gifts, items or services to, or on behalf of, customers; and (2) prohibit certain insurance companies, societies, attorneys, agents, insurance producers, solicitors and other persons and parties from (A) offering or providing insurance as an inducement to purchase other insurance policies, and (B) using certain words and phrases in advertisements.*0*1*0*0*0*10**229*2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00845*2893*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE FIRE PREVENTION AND FIRE SAFETY CODES, MEMBERSHIP OF THE CODE TRAINING AND EDUCATION BOARD OF CONTROL, APPOINTMENT OF A TEMPORARY FIRE MARSHAL AND REPORTS FILED AFTER A FIRE, EXPLOSION OR OTHER FIRE EMERGENCY.*To (1) rename an advisory committee as the Fire Prevention Code Committee; (2) clarify the application and enforcement of the State Fire Prevention Code and the Fire Safety Code; (3) revise membership of the Code Training and Education Board of Control; (4) allow a municipality to appoint any person with a fire marshal certification to serve as a temporary fire marshal; (5) delete a provision in the report that fire chiefs or local fire marshals must submit to the State Fire Marshal after a fire, explosion or other fire emergency occurs; and (6) make technical changes.*0*1*0*1*0*19**252*2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00846*2863*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CERTIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT INSPECTION FIRMS TO PERFORM STATE BUILDING INSPECTIONS.*To establish a program to certify independent inspectors and inspection firms to perform inspections under the State Building Code.*0*1*0*1*0*2**253*2021-02-03 00:00:00*2021-02-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00847*2920*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING NEWBORN INFANT HEALTH SCREENING.*To require health screening of newborn infants no earlier than twenty-four hours after the birth of the newborn infant and not later than forty-eight hours after the birth of such infant, and to add various metabolic and genetic disorders to the newborn infant screening panel.*0*1*0*1*0*4**170*2021-02-04 00:00:00*2021-02-05 00:00:00**0* ** SB00848*2764*2021*162*RB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BANKING'S RECOMMENDED CHANGES TO THE BANKING STATUTES CONCERNING FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS AND CONSUMER CREDIT LICENSES.*To implement the Department of Banking's recommended changes to the banking statutes concerning financial institutions.*0*1*0*1*0*10**127*2021-02-05 00:00:00*2021-02-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00849*2765*2021*162*RB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF BANKING CONCERNING CONSUMER CREDIT LICENSES.*To implement the Department of Banking's recommended changes to banking statutes concerning consumer credit licenses.*0*1*0*0*0*29***2021-02-05 00:00:00*2021-02-08 00:00:00**0* ** SB00850*2955*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING VARIOUS REVISIONS TO THE HIGHER EDUCATION STATUTES.*To require the Office of Higher Education to submit recommendations for various revisions to the higher education statutes.*0*1*0*0*0*2**225*2021-02-08 00:00:00*2021-02-09 00:00:00**0* ** SB00851*2939*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.*To require the Board of Regents for Higher Education to study issues relating to workforce development in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*2**226*2021-02-08 00:00:00*2021-02-09 00:00:00**0* ** SB00852*2851*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT HEALTH AND EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES AUTHORITY AND THE CONNECTICUT HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPLEMENTAL LOAN AUTHORITY.*To (1) allow the Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority to (A) finance projects for any purpose approved by the authority, (B) issue bonds for out-of-state health care institutions, and (C) make loans and transfer funds to its subsidiaries, and (2) allow the Connecticut Higher Education Supplemental Loan Authority to (A) fund the Special Capital Reserve Fund with a surety policy, (B) increase its Special Capital Reserve Fund backed bond limit to five hundred million dollars, (C) provide education financial assistance other than loans and grants, and (D) add the state pledge for its bond holders.*0*1*0*1*0*15**190*2021-02-08 00:00:00*2021-02-09 00:00:00**0* ** SB00853*2677*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE-WIDE HEALTH INFORMATION EXCHANGE BOARD OF DIRECTORS.*To add the Commissioner of Social Services, or the commissioner's designee, to the State-Wide Health Information Exchange Board of Directors.*0*1*0*0*0*2**63*2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00854*2676*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A LIST OF THE 100 MOST DELINQUENT CHILD SUPPORT OBLIGORS.*To eliminate a requirement that a list of delinquent child support obligors be published.*0*1*0*0*0*2**64*2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00855*3161*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DECOUPLING OF THE PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY AUTHORITY AND THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.*To decouple the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority and the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.*0*1*0*0*0*2**79*2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00856*3164*2021*162*RB *AN ACT INCREASING REPRESENTATION ON THE ENERGY CONSERVATION MANAGEMENT BOARD.*To increase representation on the energy conservation management board, including low-income residential customers and municipalities.*0*1*0*0*0*2**80*2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00857*3165*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING EMERGENCY BACKUP POWER FOR CELL TOWERS.*To require a telecommunications company to provide backup power for free-standing telecommunications towers or antennas.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00858*3162*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CALL BEFORE YOU DIG PROGRAM VIOLATIONS AND CERTAIN MODIFICATIONS TO GAS PIPELINES PROCESSES.*To require that civil penalties for the failure of a public utility to properly or timely mark the approximate location of an underground facility be paid by the person, public agency or public utility to whom the notice of failure to comply is addressed; and to modify existing gas pipeline processes.*0*1*0*1*0*18**184*2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00859*3197*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN DEPOSITS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS' INSTITUTIONAL GENERAL WELFARE FUND.*To require the deposit of reimbursements from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs for pharmaceutical purchases into the institutional general welfare fund.*0*1*0*0*0*2**177*2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00860*3085*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF MEDICAID, MEDICARE AND TRICARE FUNDS TO PROVIDE CERTAIN VETERANS WITH TRANSPORTATION TO MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS.*To provide veterans who do not have access to transportation with transportation services to and from medical appointments and hospital visits.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00861*3018*2021*162*RB *AN ACT WAIVING CERTAIN MEDICAL MARIJUANA FEES FOR VETERANS.*To exempt veterans from the registration and administration fees for medical marijuana.*0*1*0*0*0*3**172*2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00862*3152*2021*162*RB *AN ACT LIMITING ELIGIBILITY FOR THE RESIDENTIAL SOLAR INVESTMENT PROGRAM AND PREVENTING DISTRIBUTED ENERGY GENERATION SOLICITATIONS FROM SEGREGATING LARGE PROJECTS.*To limit eligibility for the Residential Solar Investment Program, and to prevent renewable energy solicitations from segregating a large project into smaller projects.*0*1*0*0*0*4***2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00863*3153*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS.*To establish and update state appliance and equipment energy and water efficiency standards.*0*1*0*0*0*28***2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00864*3173*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE VALUATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES FOR MUNICIPAL PURCHASE.*To provide a value for the municipal purchase of substations and utility poles.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00865*3154*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE STUDY OF ENERGY SOURCES.*To require the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection to conduct a study to determine whether policy and procedural changes within the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection may increase the effectiveness of energy sources utilized by the state.*0*1*0*0*0*2**81*2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00866*3118*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT PORT AUTHORITY.*To require the annual report submitted by the board of directors of the Connecticut Port Authority to include a summary of the authority's activities and recommendations for legislation to promote the authority's purpose.*0*1*0*0*0*2**283*2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00867*3263*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING INVESTMENT OF CERTAIN MUNICIPAL FUNDS.*To allow for the investment of funds held in certain trusts established by municipalities, or in which municipalities may participate, to be invested in trust funds administered, held or invested by the Treasurer.*0*1*0*0*0*3**82*2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00868*3259*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REGULATION OF COMMUNITY RESIDENCES.*To distinguish certain facilities from community residences for the purposes of certain zoning statutes.*0*1*0*1*0*3**315*2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00869*2946*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMMUNITY INVESTMENT BOARDS AND NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE.*To (1) require certain municipalities to establish community investment boards to identify priorities for the use of municipal revenue sharing grants and select grants for payment in lieu of taxes, (2) require the Office of Policy and Management to accept proposals for solutions to problems specific to urban areas and establish pilot programs to implement such proposals, and (3) establish a task force to study issues concerning nonprofit providers.*0*1*0*0*0*5**83*2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00870*3232*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE OFFICE OF POLICY AND MANAGEMENT.*To implement the recommendations of the Office of Policy and Management concerning property tax exemptions, special taxing districts, neglected cemeteries, revaluation of real property, property tax assessment and appeals, regional services grants, tax overpayment refunds, tax collection and the elimination of municipal requirements relating to fiscal disparities.*0*1*0*1*0*26**323*2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00871*3010*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE OFFICE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES OMBUDSMAN.*To establish the Office of the Department of Children and Families Ombudsman within the Office of Governmental Accountability.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00872*2957*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES' RECOMMENDATIONS FOR REVISIONS TO THE STATUTES CONCERNING CHILDREN.*To make minor revisions to the statutes of the Department of Children and Families, to consolidate the reporting requirements of the department and to add a member to the State Advisory Council on Children and Families.*0*1*0*1*0*16**146*2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00873*3265*2021*162*RB *AN ACT MITIGATING ADVERSE TAX CONSEQUENCES RESULTING FROM EMPLOYEES WORKING REMOTELY DURING COVID-19, AND CONCERNING THE REMOVAL OF LIENS ON THE PROPERTY OF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE BENEFICIARIES AND A THREE-TIERED GRANTS IN LIEU OF TAXES PROGRAM.*To (1) mitigate adverse tax consequences resulting from employees working remotely during the taxable year 2020 due to COVID-19, (2) eliminate state recovery of public assistance payments from certain assets and estates, and (3) revise the calculation of the amounts of grants in lieu of taxes paid to municipalities, based on equalized net grand list per capita.*0*1*0*0*0*28***2021-02-09 00:00:00*2021-02-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB00874*2770*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PERMITTING AND SAFETY OF RENTAL UNITS.*To authorize building officials to request proof of a building permit for rental unit construction and impose a penalty for construction without a permit and to impose strict liability against rental property owners for dwellings containing toxic levels of lead.*0*1*0*0*0*7***2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00875*2840*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RISK OF HOMELESSNESS FOR THOSE RELEASED FROM THE CUSTODY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION.*To require the Department of Correction to assess the risk of homelessness for incarcerated persons released from its custody and to create a program to address such homelessness and to require additional reports to measure the extent of such homelessness.*0*1*0*0*0*5***2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00876*2753*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING BONDS OF BOARD MEMBERS AND OTHER EMPLOYEES OF THE CONNECTICUT HOUSING FINANCE AUTHORITY.*To permit the board members and other employees of the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority to obtain an equivalent insurance product in lieu of a surety bond.*0*1*0*0*0*2**113*2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00877*2842*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING TRANSPARENCY OF RENTAL RATES FOR TENANTS RECEIVING RENTAL ASSISTANCE.*To require housing authorities administering a housing voucher program to post the maximum allowable rental rate for units on their Internet web sites and submit such rates to the 2-1-1 Infoline program for posting on its Internet web site.*0*1*0*0*0*4**128*2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00878*2947*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CONNECTICUT INNOVATIONS, INCORPORATED.*To require Connecticut Innovations, Incorporated to study private equity investment in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*2**147*2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00879*3248*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING NONSOLICITATION AGREEMENTS IN THE HOME HEALTH SERVICES INDUSTRY.*To allow nonsolicitation agreements in the home health services industry.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00880*2725*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PAYMENTS IN LIEU OF TAXES TO MUNICIPALITIES FOR HOUSING AUTHORITIES.*To provide municipalities in which a housing authority is located with payments in lieu of taxes.*0*1*0*0*0*2**120*2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00881*3227*2021*162*GB *AN ACT CONCERNING WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*1*0*30**227*2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00882*3280*2021*162*GB *AN ACT CONCERNING CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION AND HOME ENERGY AFFORDABILITY.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*1*0*9**185*2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00883*3160*2021*162*GB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE GOVERNOR'S COUNCIL ON WOMEN AND GIRLS.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*0*0*8**301*2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00884*3209*2021*162*GB *AN ACT REDUCING TRANSPORTATION-RELATED CARBON EMISSIONS.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*1*0*5**313*2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00885*3291*2021*162*GB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE GOVERNOR'S BUDGET RECOMMENDATIONS FOR GENERAL GOVERNMENT.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*0*0*67***2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00886*3203*2021*162*GB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE GOVERNOR'S BUDGET RECOMMENDATIONS CONCERNING EDUCATION.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*0*0*69***2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00887*3141*2021*162*GB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING AND ADJUSTING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS, TRANSPORTATION AND OTHER PURPOSES.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*0*0*62***2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00888*3311*2021*162*GB *AN ACT RESPONSIBLY AND EQUITABLY REGULATING ADULT-USE CANNABIS.*To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.*0*0*0*0*0*163***2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00889*2962*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE POLICY AND PLANNING DIVISION AND THE PUBLICATION OF REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS BY THE OFFICE OF POLICY AND MANAGEMENT.*To maximize the contributions of the Criminal Justice Policy and Planning Division to criminal justice policy, research and grant administration, and to repeal or amend outdated or obsolete statutes that no longer accurately reflect priorities of criminal justice stakeholders.*0*1*0*1*0*10**289*2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00890*3277*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING STUDENT LOAN SERVICERS.*To require that student loan servicers of federal student education loans register with the Department of Banking and comply with record requirements and consumer protection mandates applicable to student loan servicers in Connecticut.*0*1*0*1*0*27**121*2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00891*3325*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE EZEQUIEL SANTIAGO FORECLOSURE MEDIATION PROGRAM AND OTHER ALTERNATIVES TO FORECLOSURE.*To make the Ezequiel Santiago Foreclosure Mediation Program permanent and to require that certain alternatives to foreclosure be made available to certain mortgagors.*0*1*0*1*0*29**173*2021-02-10 00:00:00*2021-02-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB00892*3503*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE COMMISSION, DIVISION OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND THE OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL.*To make minor changes to (1) the process of appointments, reviews and evaluations by the Criminal Justice Commission including concerning the appointment of the Inspector General, (2) the membership of the Division of Criminal Justice Advisory Board, and (3) the process by which use of force by a peace officer is investigated.*0*1*0*1*0*13**290*2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB00893*3509*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CONSUMER PRIVACY.*To establish a framework for controlling and processing personal data, to establish responsibilities and privacy protection standards for data controllers and processors, to grant consumers the right to access, correct, delete and obtain a copy of personal data and to opt out of the processing of personal data for the purposes of targeted advertising.*0*1*0*1*0*21**222*2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB00894*3419*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MANUFACTURE, SALE AND DISTRIBUTION OF ALCOHOL-INFUSED CONFECTIONS.*To authorize the manufacture, sale and distribution of alcohol-infused confections, including, but not limited to, chocolate.*0*1*0*1*0*3**122*2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB00895*3421*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CHANGES TO VARIOUS PHARMACY STATUTES.*To make changes to various pharmacy statutes.*0*1*0*1*0*23**223*2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB00896*2614*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING LONG-TERM CARE SERVICES.*To study the projected need for long-term care services.*0*1*0*0*0*2**148*2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB00897*3569*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING AN INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE PREMIUMS.*To allow a state income tax deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums to the same extent such deduction is allowed under federal law.*0*1*0*0*0*8***2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB00898*2613*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF MEDICAID-FUNDED PROGRAMS.*To study the efficacy of Medicaid-funded programs.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB00899*3510*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SENIOR SAFETY ZONES.*To add senior centers and other facilities serving or housing senior citizens to those notified of sex offenders in their neighborhoods and provide education to senior citizens on how to protect themselves from the threat of sex offenders.*0*1*0*1*0*6**149*2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB00900*2930*2021*162*RB *AN ACT INCREASING FUNDING FOR AGING IN PLACE INITIATIVES.*To increase state support for initiatives allowing senior citizens to age in place at home.*0*1*0*0*0*1***2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB00901*3547*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXTENDING TO JUNE 30, 2021, CHANGES IMPLEMENTED FOR THE 2020 STATE ELECTION AS A RESULT OF COVID-19.*To extend to June 30, 2021, changes implemented for the 2020 state election as a result of COVID-19.*0*1*0*0*0*31**123*2021-02-16 00:00:00*2021-02-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB00902*3474*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING WORKING CONDITIONS.*To require the Labor Commissioner to adopt regulations regarding safe and equitable working conditions for all employees in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*1**192*2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00903*3460*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE LABOR DEPARTMENT'S RECOMMENDED CHANGES TO STATUTES CONCERNING APPRENTICESHIPS AND OTHER LABOR STATUTES.*To make technical and other changes to Labor Department statutes.*0*1*0*1*0*13**193*2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00904*3470*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE LABOR DEPARTMENT'S EMPLOYMENT SECURITY DIVISION.*To specify the executive director of the Labor Department's Employment Security Division shall be in the classified service and shall be devoted full-time to the duties of his or her office.*0*1*0*1*0*2**245*2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00905*3471*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REGARDING NEUTRAL ARBITRATOR SELECTION COMMITTEE REQUIREMENTS AT THE STATE BOARD OF MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION.*To specify neutral arbitrator selection committee requirements at the state board of mediation and arbitration.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00906*3466*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING NONCOMPETE AGREEMENTS.*To set certain requirements for covenants not to compete.*0*1*0*1*0*8**246*2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00907*3455*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MINOR AND TECHNICAL CHANGES TO THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION ACT.*To make minor and technical changes to the Workers' Compensation Act.*0*1*0*0*0*10**194*2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00908*3468*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO CERTAIN PUBLIC EMPLOYEES BY THE EXCLUSIVE BARGAINING REPRESENTATIVE OF A PUBLIC EMPLOYER BARGAINING UNIT.*To protect the rights of public employees to join or support unions.*0*1*0*1*0*7**195*2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00909*2733*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CHANGES TO THE HUSKY B PROGRAM.*To change co-pay requirements for HUSKY B and eliminate the HUSKY Plus program.*0*1*0*0*0*8*357*129*2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00910*3481*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXPANDING MEDICAID COVERAGE FOR POST-PARTUM CARE TO TWELVE MONTHS AFTER A MEDICAID BENEFICIARY GIVES BIRTH TO A CHILD.*To expand Medicaid coverage for post-partum care to twelve months after a Medicaid beneficiary gives birth to a child.*0*1*0*1*0*2**130*2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00911*3479*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE STATE TO PROVIDE MEDICAL ASSISTANCE FOR PRENATAL CARE.*To require the Commissioner of Social Services to provide prenatal care under the Children's Health Insurance Program, or "HUSKY B", under a state plan amendment.*0*1*0*1*0*2**124*2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00912*3478*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING AND OVERSIGHT OF FATHERHOOD INITIATIVES.*To establish an advisory council to make recommendations concerning fatherhood initiatives and provide state funding for fatherhood initiatives.*0*1*0*1*0*3**309*2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00913*3527*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING FAIRNESS FOR FAMILIES IN MEDICAID ELIGIBILITY AND REIMBURSEMENT DETERMINATIONS.*To ensure equity in payment between privately paid and family providers of human services, equity in Medicaid reimbursement for home care services compared to institutional care and fairness to families who discover an asset or are unable to immediately liquidate an asset after applying for Medicaid.*0*1*0*1*0*8**131*2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00914*3588*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HMONG LAOTIAN SPECIAL GUERILLA UNITS WHICH SERVED IN THE KINGDOM OF LAOS.*To provide certain benefits to members of the Hmong Laotian special guerilla units who served in the secret war in the Kingdom of Laos during the Vietnam War.*0*1*0*1*0*10*358*178*2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* *A* SB00915*3587*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CREATING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY SUICIDE BY VETERANS.*To create a task force to study suicide by veterans.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00916*3570*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING FEES FOR CERTIFIED COPIES OF VITAL RECORDS SOUGHT IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOLDIERS, SAILORS AND MARINES FUND.*To require the waiver of fees charged for certified copies of vital records sought in connection with a person's application for aid from the Soldiers, Sailors and Marines Fund.*0*1*0*1*0*2**202*2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00917*3370*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXEMPTING VETERANS' FEDERAL PENSION BENEFITS FROM INCOME ELIGIBILITY FOR PUBLIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS.*To exclude all veterans' federal pension benefits from income when determining eligibility for public assistance programs.*0*1*0*1*0*7**179*2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00918*3667*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEFINITION OF VETERAN.*To expand the definition of veteran.*0*1*0*0*0*42***2021-02-17 00:00:00*2021-02-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB00919*3504*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING IMMUNITY FROM CRIMINAL PROSECUTION FOR A MINOR WHO POSSESSES ALCOHOL WHEN THE MINOR SEEKS EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE TO PREVENT THE DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY OF ANOTHER PERSON.*To provide immunity from criminal prosecution for a minor who possesses alcohol when the minor seeks emergency assistance to prevent the death or serious injury of another person.*0*1*0*0*0*3**291*2021-02-18 00:00:00*2021-02-19 00:00:00**0* ** SB00920*3437*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS.*To revise the requirements regarding the utilization of public-private partnerships to design, develop, finance, construct, operate or maintain projects.*0*1*0*1*0*8**261*2021-02-18 00:00:00*2021-02-19 00:00:00**0* ** SB00921*3244*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PROHIBITING CERTAIN VEHICLE STORAGE AGREEMENTS AS A PRECONDITION TO VEHICLE TOWING.*To prohibit a wrecker from requiring a vehicle owner to contract for more than twenty-four hours of vehicle storage as a precondition to towing the owner's vehicle.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-18 00:00:00*2021-02-19 00:00:00**0* ** SB00922*3621*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO THE STATUTES PERTAINING TO DISCHARGES IN A RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME.*To allow residential care homes to qualify as home and community based settings under the regulations of the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services.*0*1*0*1*0*6**150*2021-02-19 00:00:00*2021-02-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00923*3645*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVIEW OF ANIMAL CRUELTY LAWS BY THE CONNECTICUT SENTENCING COMMISSION.*To require the Connecticut Sentencing Commission to review the animal cruelty laws in this state and other states and make recommendations, if any, to the legislature for changes to state laws.*0*1*0*0*0*2**255*2021-02-19 00:00:00*2021-02-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB00924*3698*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STAFFING AND RESOURCES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.*To require the preparation of a report by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection that provides an accounting of agency staffing positions paid for from the revenues of the Passport to the Parks account and that assesses the effect of impending agency staff retirements on the viability and efficacy of current and planned agency programs and responsibilities.*0*1*0*0*0*2**263*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00925*3235*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE IMPORT, SALE AND POSSESSION OF AFRICAN ELEPHANTS, LIONS, LEOPARDS, BLACK RHINOCEROS, WHITE RHINOCEROS AND GIRAFFES.*To prohibit the import and trade of any big six African species.*0*1*0*1*0*4**164*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00926*3303*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE PRESENCE OF PFAS IN CERTAIN CONSUMER PACKAGING.*To prohibit the sale of consumer packaging that contains PFAS.*0*1*0*1*0*11**264*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00927*3572*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO THE SEWAGE SPILL RIGHT-TO-KNOW STATUTE.*To amend the sewage spill right-to-know statute to provide for timely notification to the public of sewage spills that may pose a threat to the public health or the environment.*0*1*0*1*0*5*359*165*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00928*3397*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING RECYCLED CONTENT FOR PRODUCTS SOLD IN CONNECTICUT.*To encourage the development of a market for recycled materials.*0*1*0*0*0*2**256*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00929*3236*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PENALTIES FOR THE TAKING OF STRIPED BASS.*To make the enforcement of striped bass fishing regulations more effective.*0*1*0*0*0*3**314*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00930*3293*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING FOOD WASTE DIVERSION AND ANAEROBIC DIGESTION FACILITIES.*To encourage the development of additional anaerobic digestion and composting facilities in the state that are available to divert food waste from the state's solid waste stream.*0*1*0*1*0*4**321*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00931*3347*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING EMISSIONS STANDARDS FOR MEDIUM AND HEAVY DUTY VEHICLES.*To evaluate the need to adopt California's medium and heavy duty vehicle emissions standards.*0*1*0*0*0*2**166*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00932*3701*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING AN ALLIANCE DISTRICT TEACHER LOAN SUBSIDY PROGRAM.*To require the Connecticut Higher Education Supplemental Loan Authority to establish the Alliance District Teacher Loan Subsidy Program to provide low interest student loans to teachers who are employed in alliance districts.*0*1*0*1*0*4**191*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00933*3787*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXTENDING TAX CREDITS FOR APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING PROGRAMS TO AFFECTED BUSINESS ENTITIES AND TO ALL TRADES THAT HAVE REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIPS.*To extend the apprenticeship training tax credits to affected business entities and to all trades that have registered apprenticeships.*0*1*0*0*0*5***2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00934*3791*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE PROVISION OF INFORMATION CONCERNING MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH RESOURCES BY SCHOOL DISTRICTS.*To require each local and regional board of education to list on such board's Internet web site the mental and emotional health resources available to students.*0*1*0*1*0*2**151*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00935*3494*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOUSING.*To make technical changes to a statute concerning housing.*0*1*0*0*0*2**94*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00936*3738*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO CERTAIN ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT-RELATED STATUTES.*To make various revisions to certain economic and community development statutes.*0*1*0*1*0*30**220*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00937*3927*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANNING AND VIDEO SERVICE WIRE REMOVAL.*To create a deployment process and response plan following an emergency involving power outages and to require the removal of video service wire from residential and commercial properties.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00938*3513*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING LAND USE APPEALS.*To streamline the process involving withdrawal of a land use appeal.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00939*3765*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PROVIDING IMMUNITY FROM CIVIL LIABILITY TO A PHYSICIAN WHO ACCOMPANIES AND ASSISTS A STATE, REGIONAL OR MUNICIPAL SWAT TEAM.*To provide immunity to a physician who accompanies and assists a state, regional or municipal SWAT team.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00940*3766*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING STATE AGENCY COMPLIANCE WITH PROBATE COURT ORDERS.*To require each state agency to follow any order, denial or decree of a Probate Court that is applicable to a determination made by the state agency, and clarify that a state agency has standing to appeal any such order, denial or decree to the Superior Court with respect to such order's applicability to the state agency's determination.*0*1*0*0*0*5***2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00941*3893*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ASSIGNMENT OF CERTAIN PROPERTY, TAX, WATER AND SEWER LIENS.*To (1) limit the assignment of unpaid property tax, water and sewer liens, and (2) ensure that persons responsible for the payment of such liens are notified of any such assignment.*0*1*0*1*0*26**174*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00942*3795*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ON-TIME PAYMENT OF WAGES.*To requiring fiscal intermediaries who provide payroll services for employers funded in whole or in substantial part by state funds to meet employer timely pay obligations.*0*1*0*1*0*2**168*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00943*3809*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING EMPLOYERS TO PROVIDE CERTAIN INFORMATION TO DOMESTIC WORKERS AT THE TIME OF HIRE AND ESTABLISHING AN EDUCATION AND TRAINING GRANT PROGRAM FOR DOMESTIC WORKERS.*To promote wage education and enforcement for domestic workers.*0*1*0*1*0*4**247*2021-02-23 00:00:00*2021-02-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB00944*3674*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING STORAGE OF A TENANT'S POSSESSIONS AND USE AND OCCUPANCY PAYMENTS.*To permit landlords to dispose of an evicted or deceased tenant's personal possessions and collect occupancy and use payments.*0*1*0*0*0*10***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00945*3634*2021*162*RB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.*To implement the recommendations of the Department of Education.*0*1*0*0*0*13**181*2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00946*3964*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE MINIMUM BUDGET REQUIREMENT.*To extend the provisions of and make revisions to the minimum budget requirement for school districts by excluding from the calculation of a school district's budgeted appropriation for education any funds received or used for COVID-19 related expenses and funds received for school security improvements.*0*1*0*0*0*9***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00947*3962*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A WORKING GROUP TO REVIEW THE EFFECTS OF THE EDUCATION COST SHARING GRANT FORMULA ON SMALL AND RURAL TOWNS.*To establish a working group to review the effects of the education cost sharing formula on small and rural towns.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00948*3960*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ADDRESSING EDUCATION FUNDING AND RACIAL EQUITY IN CONNECTICUT.*To make revisions to how public education is funded in the state to address issues of equity and systemic racism.*0*1*0*0*0*38***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00949*3958*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MONEY-FOLLOWS-THE-CHILD APPROACH TO FUNDING PUBLIC EDUCATION.*To establish a money-follows-the-child approach to funding public education in Connecticut.*0*1*0*0*0*55***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00950*3970*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REPLACEMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITY POLES AND REVISING VEGETATION MANAGEMENT IN UTILITY PROTECTION ZONES.*To mandate a time frame for the placement of lines, conduits, cables, wires and other equipment on replaced public utility poles and expedite certain tree trimming or removal processes.*0*1*0*0*0*3**152*2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00951*3838*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING RESIDENTIAL SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS SOLICITATIONS.*To mandate procedures that residential solar photovoltaic systems providers and agents of such providers must follow when conducting residential solar photovoltaic systems solicitations.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00952*3926*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ENERGY STORAGE.*To (1) create solar energy storage goals, (2) increase the virtual net metering cap, (3) permit ownership of solar power generation facilities by electric distribution companies, and (4) direct the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority to investigate solar energy development programs.*0*1*0*1*0*8**182*2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00953*3910*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE LEARN, WORK, PAY PROGRAM.*To establish a Learn, Work, Pay Program to provide loan reimbursement payments to graduates of public institutions of higher education who reside and work in the state and to repeal a tax credit for certain employers who make student loan payments on behalf of employees.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00954*3912*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING THE REPORTING OF INCIDENTS THAT RESULTED IN SERIOUS PHYSICAL INJURIES OR DEATH AT INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To require institutions of higher education to report accidental deaths that occur on campus.*0*1*0*1*0*2**153*2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00955*3831*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO OBSOLETE PROVISIONS OF THE GENERAL STATUTES AFFECTING THE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES.*To delete outdated or obsolete provisions of statutes concerning the Department of Social Services.*0*1*0*1*0*16**310*2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00956*3828*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PROVIDING MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TO CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS REGARDLESS OF IMMIGRATION STATUS.*To provide medical assistance to certain individuals regardless of immigration status.*0*1*0*0*0*2**306*2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00957*3655*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXPANDING ACCESS TO IN-HOME COUNSELING.*To expand access to in-home behavioral health counseling provided by social workers employed by home health care agencies by providing Medicaid reimbursement for such counseling.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00958*3830*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ALLOWING CERTAIN SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE BENEFICIARIES TO USE ELECTRONIC BENEFIT TRANSFER CARDS AT PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS.*To require the Department of Social Services to develop and implement a plan to participate in a federal program that allows certain supplemental nutrition assistance beneficiaries to purchase meals at participating restaurants.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB00959*3911*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROBATE COURT OPERATIONS.*To make various changes concerning Probate Court processes and procedures.*0*1*0*0*0*21**292*2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00960*3956*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PRETRIAL ALCOHOL AND DRUG EDUCATION PROGRAMS.*To make changes to the pretrial alcohol education program and pretrial drug intervention and community service program to address access issues, standardize education and treatment session numbers, raise fees and address program costs and eliminate stigmatizing language.*0*1*0*0*0*37***2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00961*4103*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS AND ALTERNATIVE SEWAGE TREATMENT SYSTEMS.*To increase to ten thousand gallons per day the maximum capacity of certain subsurface sewage disposal systems and alternative on-site sewage treatment systems over which the Department of Public Health has jurisdiction.*0*1*0*1*0*3**324*2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00962*4106*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXTENDING THE MINORITY REPRESENTATION RULE TO CERTAIN LEGISLATIVE BODIES AND SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICTS.*To extend the minority representation rule to fire districts and certain legislative bodies presently not subject to said rule.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00963*3463*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CERTIFICATES OF APPROVAL FOR MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERSHIPS AND REPAIR SHOPS.*To specify that applicants for licenses for dealing in or repairing motor vehicles shall obtain certificates of approval of location and use from the zoning enforcement official of the municipality.*0*1*0*0*0*2**212*2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00964*4105*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF THE ACCESSIBILITY OF THE STATE CAPITOL BUILDING, LEGISLATIVE OFFICE BUILDING AND RELATED FACILITIES.*To study the accessibility of the State Capitol building, the Legislative Office Building and all other buildings, related structures, grounds and parking facilities under the supervision, security, utilization and control of the Joint Committee on Legislative Management.*0*1*0*1*0*2**213*2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00965*4104*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ELIGIBILITY FOR A CERTAIN MUNICIPAL DISABILITY BENEFIT.*To require that certain retired public safety employees apply to an existing medical examining board for a determination of eligibility to receive a certain municipal disability benefit.*0*1*0*1*0*3**214*2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00966*4101*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT OF HARTFORD COUNTY.*To (1) require annual audits of the Metropolitan District's books and accounts by the Auditors of Public Accounts, (2) establish a task force to examine the organization and operations of the district, and (3) require the board of commissioners of the district to adopt, administer and enforce the model code of ethics for municipalities and special districts.*0*1*0*0*0*10***2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00967*3452*2021*162*RB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE BOROUGH OF NAUGATUCK TO ISSUE PENSION DEFICIT FUNDING BONDS.*To authorize the borough of Naugatuck to issue pension deficit funding bonds.*0*1*0*0*0*2**215*2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00968*4098*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING FORECLOSURE, ASSIGNMENT AND OTHER ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS FOR UNPAID SEWER ASSESSMENTS AND OTHER FEES AND CHARGES.*To prohibit foreclosure, assignment and other enforcement actions for unpaid sewer assessment and other fees and charges in the case of owner-occupied real property for which the principal of such unpaid assessments, fees and charges is less than ten thousand dollars.*0*1*0*1*0*8**216*2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00969*3423*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PROHIBITING THE ASSESSMENT OF CERTAIN CHARGES AND REQUIRING APPROVAL FOR THE INSTALLATION OF WATER LINES AND HYDRANTS BY WATER COMPANIES.*To prohibit water companies from assessing certain charges to municipalities and require them to obtain approval prior to the installation of water lines and hydrants.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00970*4099*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING EXTENDING THE TIME OF EXPIRATION OF CERTAIN LAND USE PERMITS.*To extend the time of expiration of certain land use permits.*0*1*0*0*0*4**217*2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00971*4121*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE TREASURER AND CLIMATE CHANGE AND COASTAL RESILIENCY RESERVE FUNDS.*To allow for moneys held in Climate Change and Coastal Resiliency Reserve Funds created by municipalities to be invested in trust funds administered, held or invested by the treasurer.*0*1*0*1*0*3**325*2021-02-25 00:00:00*2021-02-26 00:00:00**0* ** SB00972*4066*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COST OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES IN CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES.*To provide cost-free telecommunications for incarcerated persons.*0*1*0*0*0*2**269*2021-02-26 00:00:00*2021-03-01 00:00:00**0* ** SB00973*4285*2021*162*RB *AN ACT STRENGTHENING THE VOICE OF RESIDENTS AND FAMILY COUNCILS.*To require input from residents councils and family councils at long-term care facilities on any state-wide policies affecting living conditions for residents of such facilities.*0*1*0*1*0*2**154*2021-03-01 00:00:00*2021-03-02 00:00:00**0* ** SB00974*4281*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HOMEMAKER AND COMPANION SERVICES.*To classify individuals referred by homemaker-companion registries as employees of the registries, expand the requirements of consumers who employ homemaker-companions and exempt noncompete contracts of six months or less from a prohibition on noncompete contracts.*0*1*0*0*0*5***2021-03-01 00:00:00*2021-03-02 00:00:00**0* ** SB00975*4282*2021*162*RB *AN ACT STRENGTHENING THE BILL OF RIGHTS FOR LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY RESIDENTS.*To affirm that residents of long-term care facilities have the right to treat their living quarters as their homes and have the same rights as all other state residents, including the right to use technology of their choice for purposes, including, but not limited to, virtual visitation and file grievances for violations of their rights.*0*1*0*1*0*9**155*2021-03-01 00:00:00*2021-03-02 00:00:00**0* ** SB00976*4301*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SPECIAL EDUCATION.*To require the Technical Education and Career System to accept and enroll students with individualized education programs, and to establish a task force to study issues relating to the provision and funding of special education in the state.*0*1*0*0*0*5***2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00977*4303*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING VIRTUAL LEARNING.*To require the Department of Education to develop uniform standards for the provision of virtual learning in public schools, conduct a comprehensive audit of virtual learning programs in the state and develop guidelines for training educators in the provision of virtual learning.*0*1*0*1*0*7***2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00978*4141*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PAROLE OPPORTUNITIES FOR INDIVIDUALS SERVING LENGTHY SENTENCES FOR CRIMES COMMITTED BEFORE THE INDIVIDUAL TURNED TWENTY-FIVE YEARS OF AGE.*To incentivize rehabilitation among incarcerated individuals and provide a second chance for those who were convicted and sentenced before twenty-five years of age.*0*1*0*0*0*4***2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00979*4266*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXPANDING ACCESS TO MEDICAL SPECIALISTS FOR MEDICAID BENEFICIARIES IN SOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT.*To require the Commissioner of Social Services to expand access to medical specialists in southeastern Connecticut by expanding telehealth services.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00980*4264*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ELIMINATING INCOME AND ASSET LIMITS FOR THE MED-CONNECT PROGRAM FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.*To eliminate income and asset limits for working persons with disabilities to qualify for Medicaid.*0*1*0*0*0*3**311*2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00981*4265*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PAYMENT PARITY FOR HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES PROVIDERS.*To evaluate whether current payment structures lead to payment inequities for health and human services providers depending on where the services are provided in the state and implement recommendations to achieve payment parity.*0*1*0*0*0*2**211*2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00982*4252*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REVISING MOTOR VEHICLE STATUTES.*To revise motor vehicle statutes regarding operator's licenses, motor vehicle registration, removable windshield placards, buses, funeral processions, identity cards, vehicle use of the Merritt and Wilbur Cross Parkways, totalled vehicles, veteran number plates, flashing lights, driving schools and instructors, commercial driver's licenses, fire apparatus and instruction permits.*0*1*0*1*0*46**298*2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00983*3485*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SLOWING DOWN FOR SERVICE VEHICLES.*To require motor vehicle operators to slow down when passing service vehicles.*0*1*0*1*0*2**262*2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00984*3824*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS.*To require the Commissioner of Children and Families to conduct a study to evaluate the efficacy of the programs administered by the Department of Children and Families.*0*1*0*0*0*2**156*2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00985*3825*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE SALE OF FLAVORED ELECTRONIC NICOTINE DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND VAPOR PRODUCTS AND CHILDREN'S HEALTH.*To direct the Commissioner of Public Health to conduct a study to determine whether policy and procedural changes within the Department of Public Health may improve the health of children.*0*1*0*1*0*2**163*2021-03-02 00:00:00*2021-03-03 00:00:00**0* ** SB00986*4321*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO THE CONNECTICUT UNIFORM TRUST CODE, RULE AGAINST PERPETUITIES, CONNECTICUT UNIFORM POWER OF ATTORNEY ACT, CONNECTICUT BUSINESS CORPORATION ACT AND CONNECTICUT REVISED NONSTOCK CORPORATION ACT.*To make revisions to the Connecticut Uniform Trust Code, Rule Against Perpetuities, Connecticut Uniform Power of Attorney Act, Connecticut Business Corporation Act and Revised Nonstock Corporation Act.*0*1*0*1*0*26**293*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00987*4337*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REINVESTMENT OF SAVINGS ACHIEVED THROUGH A REDUCTION IN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY POPULATION INTO REENTRY AND COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES AND PROGRAMS.*To reinvest money saved from the closure of Northern Correctional Institution into reentry and community-based services and programs, including, but not limited to, those concerning housing and behavioral and physical health.*0*1*0*0*0*9***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00988*4386*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING JUDICIAL COMPENSATION.*To implement the recommendations of the Commission on Judicial Compensation.*0*1*0*0*0*11**270*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00989*4366*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ONLINE HARASSMENT.*To combat online harassment, including that motivated by hate, by (1) extending the crime of stalking in the first degree to specifically include certain hate-based motivations, (2) extending the crime of second-degree stalking to include certain electronic disclosures of personal identifiable information without consent and establishing a civil action for victims of such crime, and (3) extending the crime of second-degree harassment to include more electronic forms of communication.*0*1*0*0*0*6***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00990*4237*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PREVENTING NEW DATA CAPS DURING COVID-19.*To prevent the imposition of new data caps during COVID-19.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00991*4235*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ARTICULATING FEES ON AN ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION CUSTOMER'S BILL.*To articulate fees on an electric distribution customer's bill.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00992*4234*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING UTILITY COMPANY TEXT MESSAGE COMMUNICATIONS.*To require text message communications from utility companies.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00993*4233*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ASSESSING AN ANNUAL FEE AGAINST CERTAIN CLASS I RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE INSTALLATIONS.*To remove the property tax exemption for solar projects under seven megawatts and reclassify the tax calculation of solar projects on single parcels of land.*0*1*0*1*0*4**183*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00994*4288*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PAYMENTS TO THE PRIVATE OCCUPATIONAL STUDENT PROTECTION ACCOUNT.*To require private occupational schools to contribute to the student protection account for in-state and out-of-state students.*0*1*0*0*0*4***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00995*4284*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A PRIVATE OCCUPATIONAL SCHOOL'S FAILURE TO SUBMIT A RENEWAL APPLICATION.*To allow the Office of Higher Education to deny the renewal of a private occupational school's certificate of authorization if such school fails to submit a timely application to renew such authorization.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00996*4280*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDRAISING BY THE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT.*To allow The University of Connecticut to maintain the amount of cash compensation paid to the foundation if the two-year average of funds raised by the foundation for the preceding two fiscal years is not less than five times the average total cash compensation paid by said university to the foundation over the same period.*0*1*0*0*0*4**157*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00997*4340*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING STUDENTS AND FACULTY MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT AND THE BOARD OF REGENTS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION.*To (1) add two members of The University of Connecticut's University Senate to the Board of Trustees of The University of Connecticut, and (2) allow faculty members of the Board of Regents for Higher Education to be voting members.*0*1*0*1*0*6**158*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00998*4293*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE OFFICE OF HIGHER EDUCATION REGARDING PRIVATE OCCUPATIONAL SCHOOLS AND CLOSURE PLANS OF INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.*To change the eligibility of private occupational schools that can file a compiled financial statement from schools that enroll less than ten students to schools that receive less than fifty thousand dollars in tuition revenue.*0*1*0*1*0*3**186*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB00999*3799*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A JUST TRANSITION TO CLIMATE-PROTECTIVE ENERGY PRODUCTION AND COMMUNITY INVESTMENT.*To provide for a just transition to climate-protective energy production and community investment.*0*1*0*1*0*24**248*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01000*3745*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANY DRIVERS.*To allow for and protect the ability of transportation network company drivers and transportation network companies to negotiate terms that best meet the needs of the parties.*0*1*0*0*0*16***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01001*4406*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF THE NEED FOR EMPLOYMENT REGULATION.*To require the Labor Department to study the need for employment regulation.*0*1*0*1*0*1**169*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01002*4442*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING LABOR ISSUES RELATED TO COVID-19, PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND OTHER STAFFING MATTERS.*To address labor issues related to COVID-19, personal protective equipment and other staffing matters.*0*1*0*1*0*59**294*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01003*3653*2021*162*RB *AN ACT PROHIBITING CERTAIN HEALTH CARRIERS AND PHARMACY BENEFITS MANAGERS FROM EMPLOYING COPAY ACCUMULATOR PROGRAMS.*To require certain health carriers and pharmacy benefits managers to give credit for payments made by third parties for the amount of, or any portion of the amount of, an insured's or enrollee's cost-sharing liability for a covered benefit.*0*1*0*0*0*7**230*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01004*3324*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR CHILDREN, STEPCHILDREN AND OTHER DEPENDENT CHILDREN.*To allow children, stepchildren and other dependent children to retain dental and vision insurance coverage under their parents' insurance policies until they attain the age of twenty-six or obtain substitute coverage through an employer.*0*1*0*0*0*3**208*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01005*3712*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REQUIRED HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR NEWBORN CHILDREN.*To require certain health insurers to automatically provide health insurance coverage for certain newborns.*0*1*0*1*0*5*360*209*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01006*3680*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH CARE COSTS, THE CONNECTICUT HEALTH INSURANCE EXCHANGE AND HEALTH EQUITY.*To: (1) Require the Office of Health Strategy to (A) develop, innovate, direct and oversee health care delivery and payment models, (B) develop and adopt health care quality benchmarks, (C) enhance the transparency of health care entities, (D) monitor the development of accountable care organizations and patient-centered medical homes, and (E) monitor the adoption of alternative payment methodologies; (2) require the executive director of the Office of Health Strategy to (A) establish annual health care cost growth benchmarks and primary care targets, (B) submit an annual report to the General Assembly, (C) establish standards governing submission of data, information and documents by certain persons, (D) prepare and disclose an annual report concerning health status adjusted total medical expenses, (E) at least annually, submit a request to the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for the health status adjusted total medical expenses of provider organizations that serve Medicare patients, (F) identify and examine any health care entity or payer that exceeds any annual health care cost growth benchmark and take enforcement action against such entity or payer, and (G) develop and adopt annual health care quality benchmarks for health care entities and payers; (3) require certain providers and provider organizations to annually submit certain data, information and documents to the Office of Health Strategy; (4) authorize the Office of Health Strategy to (A) enter into certain contractual agreements with third parties, and (B) adopt certain regulations; (5) subject to approval by the federal government, require the Commissioner of Consumer Protection to establish a Canadian legend drug importation program and authorize the commissioner, in consultation with the Commissioner of Public Health, to adopt regulations to implement such program; (6) adopt the Insurance Commissioner's recommendations concerning stop-loss insurance; (7) subject to approval by the federal government, require the Office of Health Strategy, in conjunction with the Office of Policy and Management, Insurance Department and Health Reinsurance Association, to establish a reinsurance program; (8) require the Auditors of Public Accounts to annually conduct an audit of certain health care plans administered or offered by this state and disclose the results of such audit to the General Assembly; (9) establish term limits for members of the board of directors of the Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange and require that members appointed or reappointed to the board have insurance expertise; (10) require the Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange to (A) conduct a public meeting before charging an assessment or user fee to certain health carriers, increasing the amount of any such assessment or fee or implementing or changing any process used to calculate any such assessment or fee, and (B) receive the approval of the joint standing committee of the General Assembly having co*0*1*0*0*0*56***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01007*3318*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE AND MEDICAID COVERAGE FOR THE TREATMENT OF SEVERE OBESITY.*To require health insurance and Medicaid coverage for certain surgical procedures performed, and certain outpatient prescription drugs prescribed, to treat severe obesity.*0*1*0*0*0*5**231*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01008*3658*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH EQUITY, THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC AND PULSE OXIMETERS.*To: (1) Require the Insurance Commissioner, in consultation with the Commissioner of Public Health, to adopt regulations to ensure that (A) each health care provider, health carrier, pharmacist, pharmacy and pharmacy benefits manager doing business in this state is informed that a pulse oximeter is more likely to produce an inaccurate blood oxygen level reading for an insured who is an individual of color as opposed to an insured who is a white individual, and (B) each insured in this state (i) who receives a covered pulse oximeter is informed that such pulse oximeter is more likely to produce an inaccurate blood oxygen level reading for such insured if such insured is an individual of color as opposed to an insured who is a white individual, and (ii) is informed that if such insured receives an inaccurate blood oxygen level reading as measured by a pulse oximeter such insured may be deprived of medically necessary health care services due to such inaccurate reading; and (2) provide that no insurer, health care center, hospital service corporation, medical service corporation, fraternal benefit society or other entity delivering, issuing, renewing, amending or continuing certain individual and group health insurance policies in this state may deny coverage for an otherwise covered benefit if such denial is exclusively based on an insured's blood oxygen level as measured by a pulse oximeter.*0*1*0*0*0*3**232*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01009*4410*2021*162*RB *AN ACT REQUIRING SOCIAL MEDIA POLICIES FOR POLICE DEPARTMENTS.*To require the Police Officer Standards and Training Council to develop a model social media policy for police departments and to require police departments to adopt such model policy or a policy with higher standards.*0*1*0*1*0*2**200*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01010*4443*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF MOBILE TELEPHONES BY EMERGENCY PERSONNEL.*To prohibit (1) emergency personnel from using a hand-held mobile telephone when operating a motor vehicle upon a highway, and (2) a state police officer from using a mobile telephone when providing police services for private contractors at highway construction sites.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01011*4402*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF OPIOID ANTAGONISTS AND EPINEPHRINE CARTRIDGE INJECTORS BY POLICE OFFICERS.*To (1) require a law enforcement unit to train its police officers in the use of opioid antagonists and epinephrine cartridge injectors, and (2) permit such trained officers to carry and administer opioid antagonists and epinephrine cartridge injectors.*0*1*0*0*0*3**201*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01012*4403*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING OPERATIONS OF THE STATE TREASURER.*To (1) amend provisions concerning the bonding authority of the Connecticut Municipal Redevelopment Authority, (2) require state agencies to notify the Treasurer of reportable financial obligations, (3) remove the Treasurer from the regional school district committee, (4) remove provisions concerning the Tax-Exempt Proceeds Fund, and (5) require the approval of the Treasurer for certain transactions.*0*1*0*0*0*23***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01013*4422*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE LEGISLATIVE COMMISSIONERS' RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TECHNICAL REVISIONS TO THE GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION AND ELECTIONS STATUTES.*To make technical revisions to the statutes concerning government administration and elections.*0*1*0*1*0*10**285*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01014*4430*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A MUNICIPAL ELECTION MONITOR FOR THE 2021 MUNICIPAL ELECTION AND THE 2022 STATE ELECTION.*To employ an election monitor for both the municipal election in 2021 and the state election in 2022 in any municipality with a population of at least one hundred forty thousand.*0*1*0*0*0*2**275*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01015*3649*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AND MODERNIZING REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT.*To remove references to "update bid statement", to reduce certain deadlines for the disposition of surplus real property, to expand the Department of Administrative Services' ability to grant and receive easements, to clarify the State Property Review Board's scope and standard of review, to raise the threshold for review of construction consultant contracts and to give the department authority over integrated works of art in state buildings.*0*1*0*1*0*12**303*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01016*4020*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL ETHICS.*To require every municipality to adopt a code of ethics and the Office of State Ethics to develop a model municipal code of ethics for municipalities to adopt.*0*1*0*0*0*2**276*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01017*3542*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ELECTION ADMINISTRATION.*To (1) make permanent the use of absentee ballot drop boxes initially used during the 2020 election cycle, (2) bring certain state laws relating to the circulation of nominating and primary petitions into compliance with federal case law, (3) in the case of nominations for judges of probate and members of Congress, reduce the time by which a person other than a party-endorsed candidate can file a candidacy for nomination in order for a primary to be held, (4) require the Secretary of the State to develop a system through which election-related forms can be signed electronically, (5) include absentee ballot central counting locations in post-election audits of voting districts, (6) allow the Secretary to suspend supervised absentee voting during certain emergencies, (7) require the Secretary to review local election officials' implementation of redistricting plans, (8) require the Secretary to provide accessible absentee ballots to certain visually impaired electors, (9) require all municipal elections to be held in November, and (10) allow the Governor to issue writs of election electronically.*0*1*0*0*0*25***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01018*4393*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROSECUTORIAL ACCOUNTABILITY.*To (1) increase prosecutorial accountability by (A) providing that the Criminal Justice Commission be an autonomous body, (B) requiring biennial performance evaluations of state's attorneys, (C) requiring adoption and implementation of uniform policies, (D) amending training requirements for prosecutors, (E) outlining data upon which state's attorney performance ratings are based, (F) making policies and reports available online, and (G) adding use of force investigations as a category for which case level data is collected, and (2) repeal the requirement that in the investigation and prosecution of crime, priority be given to crimes involving physical violence or the possession of a firearm.*0*1*0*0*0*17***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01019*4387*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE BOARD OF PARDONS AND PAROLES, ERASURE OF CRIMINAL RECORDS FOR CERTAIN MISDEMEANOR AND FELONY OFFENSES, PROHIBITING DISCRIMINATION BASED ON ERASED CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD INFORMATION AND CONCERNING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE CONNECTICUT SENTENCING COMMISSION WITH RESPECT TO MISDEMEANOR SENTENCES.*To (1) require certain training to members of the Board of Pardons and Paroles and to require the board to provide a written explanation when denying a pardon, to streamline record erasure in the case of misdemeanors and certain felonies, (2) waive certain fees for applicants for a pardon, (3) allow for appointment of a deputy warden to serve as director of reentry services, (4) establish a reentry employment advisory committee, (5) prohibit discrimination against a person based on such person's erased criminal history record information, and (6) enact the Connecticut Sentencing Commission's recommendations with respect to misdemeanor offenses.*0*1*0*0*0*34***2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01020*4399*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PILOT PROGRAM.*To establish a regional economic development pilot program in the Naugatuck Valley.*0*1*0*1*0*3**161*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01021*4355*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY WORKING GROUP.*To establish a manufacturing technology working group to ensure that manufacturers in the state have a clear road map for the lean application and integration of Industry 4.0 technology into their product development and production processes.*0*1*0*1*0*4*361*176*2021-03-03 00:00:00*2021-03-04 00:00:00**0* ** SB01022*3868*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING TELEHEALTH.*To: (1) Define, and redefine, various terms concerning telehealth; (2) expand the variety of health care providers who may provide telehealth services and the circumstances under which such providers may provide such services; (3) provide that a telehealth provider (A) may only provide a telehealth service to a patient when such provider has determined whether (i) the patient has health coverage that is fully insured, not fully insured or provided through Medicaid or the Children's Health Insurance Program, and (ii) the patient's health coverage, if any, provides coverage for such service, (B) who is an in-network provider, or enrolled in the Connecticut medical assistance program and provides telehealth services to a Connecticut medical assistance program recipient, may use any information or communication technology in accordance with the directions, modifications or revisions, if any, made by the Office for Civil Rights of the United States Department of Health and Human Services to the provisions of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 P.L. 104-191, as amended from time to time, or the rules and regulations adopted thereunder, (C) who provides health care or health services to a patient through telehealth shall (i) accept, as full payment for such care or services, the amount that (I) Medicare reimburses for such care or services if such provider determines that the patient does not have health coverage for such care or services, or (II) the patient's health coverage reimburses, and any cost-sharing, for such care or services if such provider determines that the patient has health coverage for such care or services, and (ii) offer to the patient financial assistance if such provider (I) is required to offer such assistance, and (II) determines that such patient is unable to pay for such care or services, and (D) may provide telehealth services from any location; (4) require any Connecticut entity or institution that, or health care provider who, engages or contracts with a telehealth provider who is licensed, certified or registered in another jurisdiction (A) verify such telehealth provider's credentials, (B) ensure that such telehealth provider is in good standing, and (C) confirm that such telehealth provider maintains liability insurance or other indemnity; (5) authorize the Commissioner of Public Health to temporarily waive, modify or suspend certain regulatory requirements; (6) expand required health insurance coverage for services provided through telehealth under certain individual and group health insurance policies and restrict a telehealth provider's ability to collect certain payments from insureds under such policies; and (7) provide that no health carrier shall reduce any reimbursement paid to a telehealth provider for covered health care or health services that such provider appropriately provided to an insured through telehealth because such provider provided such care or services through telehealth.*0*1*0*0*0*20**233*2021-03-04 00:00:00*2021-03-05 00:00:00**0* ** SB01023*4485*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS AND OPPORTUNITIES.*To amend various statutes relating to the responsibilities of the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities with respect to the provision of sexual harassment training, the filing of discriminatory practice complaints, the approval of affirmative action plans, the administration of oaths, the deprivation of rights, privileges or immunities on account of age, and reasonable accommodation of a person with a disability.*0*1*0*0*0*21***2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB01024*4773*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ZONING AUTHORITY, CERTAIN DESIGN GUIDELINES, QUALIFICATIONS OF ZONING ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS AND CERTAIN SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS.*To (1) allow municipalities to require that land use applicants pay the costs of any technical review of applications, (2) make several changes to the Zoning Enabling Act, (3) establish requirements for zoning regulations concerning accessory apartments, mixed-use developments and multifamily housing, (4) convene a working group to develop model design guidelines for buildings and context-appropriate streets, (5) require certain qualifications of certain land use officials, and (6) address the jurisdiction and capacities of certain sewage disposal systems.*0*1*0*1*0*28**326*2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB01025*4725*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SHORT-TERM RENTAL PROPERTIES.*To (1) require that (A) short-term rental properties be licensed by the Commissioner of Consumer Protection, (B) short-term rental operators notify owners of abutting and adjacent properties regarding use of a dwelling unit as a short-term rental property, and (C) short-term rental operators maintain minimum insurance coverage and the Insurance Commissioner adopt regulations concerning such coverage, (2) permit municipalities to tax short-term rental operators, and (3) subject short-term rental transactions to the sales and use tax.*0*1*0*0*0*55***2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB01026*4696*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING TRAINING FOR CERTAIN PLANNING AND ZONING OFFICIALS.*To permit municipalities to require training for members of planning commissions, zoning commissions, combined planning and zoning commissions and zoning boards of appeals.*0*1*0*1*0*2**327*2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB01027*4586*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND ZONING REGULATIONS.*To require (1) municipalities to permit accessory dwelling units, and (2) a majority vote of the members of a zoning commission to adopt a protested zoning regulation or zoning district boundary change.*0*1*0*0*0*19***2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB01028*4091*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS' SCOPE OF PRACTICE.*To make various revisions to the general statutes concerning physician assistants' scope of practice.*0*1*0*0*0*77***2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB01029*4766*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CAUSES OF ACTION AGAINST LICENSED NURSING HOME FACILITIES FOR FAILURE TO MEET STANDARDS OF CARE RELATED TO COVID-19.*To allow a person to bring a civil action against a licensed nursing home facility for injuries resulting from the failure to comply with standards of care related to COVID-19.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB01030*4720*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES.*To implement the recommendations of the Nursing Home and Assisted Living Oversight Working Group regarding long-term care facilities and make other revisions to the long-term care facility statutes.*0*1*0*1*0*12**281*2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB01031*4475*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF SODIUM CHLORIDE TO MITIGATE ICE AND SNOW ACCUMULATIONS.*To provide a means and incentive for commercial applicators of sodium chloride to responsibly utilize such product to mitigate ice and snow accumulations.*0*1*0*1*0*6**265*2021-03-09 00:00:00*2021-03-10 00:00:00**0* ** SB01032*4871*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING VARIOUS REVISIONS TO THE EDUCATION STATUTES.*To require the Department of Education to conduct a study concerning various revisions to the education statutes.*0*1*0*0*0*2**242*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01033*4880*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INCLUSION OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND FINANCIAL LITERACY AS PART OF THE HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS.*To include computer science and financial literacy instruction in the high school graduation requirements.*0*1*0*1*0*2**300*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01034*4686*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MINORITY TEACHER RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION.*To improve minority teacher recruitment and retention in the state by (1) establishing the minority candidate certification, retention or residency year program, (2) developing a plan to promote the teaching profession as a career option to students in high school, and (3) develop and require school district personnel responsible for hiring educators to complete a video training module relating to implicit bias and anti-bias in the hiring process.*0*1*0*1*0*8***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01035*4688*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY ISSUES RELATING TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF AND COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH EDTPA.*To cease implementation of EdTPA and create a new state-wide preservice performance assessment for teacher preparation programs.*0*1*0*1*0*2**299*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01036*4684*2021*162*RB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BOARDS OF EDUCATION TO PAY TUITION TO ANOTHER BOARD OF EDUCATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF ENROLLING ITS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN SUCH OTHER SCHOOL DISTRICT.*To allow a board of education to pay tuition to another school district for sending its elementary and middle school students to such other school district.*0*1*0*1*0*2**243*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01037*4942*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT.*To add items covered by the provisions of the state's bottle bill program, increase redemption values and handling fees, develop incentives for unit-based pricing programs in municipalities and require certain dealers to have reverse vending machines at their stores.*0*1*0*1*0*15**322*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01038*4924*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING BROWNFIELD REMEDIATION.*To (1) allow short-term lessees of eligible brownfields to apply to the abandoned brownfield cleanup and the brownfield remediation and revitalization programs, (2) allow the Commissioner of Environmental Protection specific authority to issue compliance orders to participants in brownfield programs, (3) establish audit deadlines for the abandoned brownfield cleanup program, and (4) establish a brownfield tax credit program.*0*1*0*1*0*33***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01039*4944*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING BLOCKCHAIN AND EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES.*To require (1) the Department of Administrative Services to issue a request for information for the incorporation of blockchain technology to make a state administrative function more efficient or cost effective, and (2) the Department of Economic and Community Development to develop a plan to promote existing remote work workspaces and incentivize the creation of new remote work workspaces.*0*1*0*1*0*3**203*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01040*4709*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE ADMISSIONS TAX.*To allow any event at New Britain Stadium and the Xfinity Theatre in Hartford to be subject to the five per cent admissions tax rate.*0*1*0*0*0*4***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01041*3375*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH CARE SHARING PLANS AND HEALTH CARE SHARING MINISTRIES.*To provide that: (1) No person shall receive a fee or anything of value in exchange for (A) selling or soliciting a health care sharing plan for a resident of this state, (B) negotiating a health care sharing plan on behalf of a resident of this state, or (C) administering a health care sharing plan that includes a resident of this state; (2) certain prohibited transactions with, or on behalf of, health care sharing plans violate the Connecticut Unfair Insurance Practices Act; and (3) no person licensed by the Insurance Department shall conduct any business with, or conduct any act requiring a license issued by the department on behalf of, a health care sharing ministry or health care sharing plan.*0*1*0*0*0*16**234*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01042*4511*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING FIREFIGHTER TRAINING AND CRUMBLING CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS.*To: (1) Impose a surcharge on certain insurance premiums to fund firefighter training costs; and (2) extend the sunset date for (A) Connecticut Foundation Solutions Indemnity Company, Inc., and (B) the Healthy Homes Fund surcharge.*0*1*0*0*0*10***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01043*4578*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE HARTFORD COURANT.*To: (1) Prohibit The Hartford Courant Company and its legal successors from incurring any debt or issuing any dividend that is not in the public interest; and (2) authorize the Attorney General and certain persons to seek injunctive relief against The Hartford Courant Company or its successors if The Hartford Courant Company or its successors incur any debt or issue any dividend that is not in the public interest.*0*1*0*0*0*2**235*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01044*4580*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY INSURANCE AND HEALTH CARE IN THIS STATE.*To establish a task force to study insurance and health care in this state.*0*1*0*0*0*3**236*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01045*3686*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING STEP THERAPY, ADVERSE DETERMINATION AND UTILIZATION REVIEWS, AND HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR CHILDREN, STEPCHILDREN AND OTHER DEPENDENT CHILDREN.*To: (1) Allow a child, stepchild or other dependent child to retain health insurance coverage under a parent's individual or group health insurance policy until the policy anniversary date after the date on which the child, stepchild or other dependent child attains the age of twenty-six; (2) prohibit certain health carriers from requiring the use of step therapy for drugs prescribed to treat behavioral health conditions or chronic, disabling or life-threatening conditions or diseases; (3) redefine "clinical peer" for the purposes of adverse determination and utilization reviews; (4) require health carriers to bear the burden of proving that certain health care services under adverse determination or utilization review are not medically necessary; and (5) require health carriers to provide certain clinical peers with the authority to reverse initial adverse determinations.*0*1*0*0*0*12**237*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01046*4598*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE.*To: (1) Require the Insurance Commissioner to develop and disseminate a minimum set of affordable benefit options for long-term care policies; (2) provide that an insurance company, fraternal benefit society, hospital service corporation, medical service corporation or health care center shall not deliver, issue, renew, continue or amend a long-term care policy in this state unless such company, society, corporation or center is authorized or licensed to sell long-term care insurance and at least one other line of insurance in this state; (3) require the Insurance Commissioner to refer an insurance company, fraternal benefit society, hospital service corporation, medical service corporation or health care center that files a rate filing for a long-term care policy that contains a deliberate or reckless misstatement or omission of fact to the Attorney General for investigation; (4) provide that an insurance company, fraternal benefit society, hospital service corporation, medical service corporation or health care center that files a rate filing for a long-term care policy that seeks an increase of twenty per cent or more and spreads such increase over a period of not less than three years shall not file a rate filing for an increase in premium rates for the long-term care policy during said period; (5) require an insurance company, fraternal benefit society, hospital service corporation, medical service corporation or health care center that files a rate filing for a long-term care policy to disclose to insureds the minimum set of affordable benefit options developed by the Insurance Commissioner; and (6) authorize the Attorney General to investigate a rate filing referred to the Attorney General by the Insurance Commissioner and take action to protect and secure compensation for the insured under the long-term care policy that is the subject of such rate filing.*0*1*0*0*0*21**238*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01047*4467*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING INSURANCE AND CLIMATE CHANGE.*To require: (1) The Insurance Commissioner to (A) develop and implement criteria for each insurer doing business in this state to annually submit a report to the commissioner concerning climate risk, and (B) annually submit a report to the joint standing committee of the General Assembly having cognizance of matters relating to insurance; and (2) each insurer doing business in this state to annually submit a report to the commissioner concerning climate risk.*0*1*0*0*0*6**239*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01048*3660*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING REIMBURSEMENTS FOR CERTAIN COVERED HEALTH BENEFITS.*To require certain health insurers, preferred provider networks and other entities to include certain provisions in contracts with health care providers regarding reimbursement for certain covered health benefits.*0*1*0*0*0*2**240*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01049*4504*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING HIGH DEDUCTIBLE HEALTH PLANS.*To require certain high deductible health plans to apply annual deductibles on a calendar year basis.*0*1*0*0*0*6***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01050*4542*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING NOTICES PROVIDED BY LIFE INSURERS.*To require each insurer that delivers or issues an individual or group life insurance policy in this state to: (1) At least annually, give a written policy status notice to each beneficiary and owner of, person whose life is insured under and insurance producer who negotiated and sold such policy; and (2) send any notice cancelling such policy to each owner of such policy.*0*1*0*0*0*5**210*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01051*4520*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY MEDICAL PRACTICE OWNERSHIP MODELS.*To establish a task force to study medical practice ownership models.*0*1*0*1*0*5**241*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01052*4966*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A DISPARITY STUDY.*To require the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, in consultation with the Department of Administrative Services, to issue a request for proposals for the conducting of a disparity study.*0*1*0*1*0*3**277*2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01053*4712*2021*162*RB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS TO SCHOOLS SERVED BY THE CAPITOL REGION EDUCATION COUNCIL.*To provide funding for capital improvements to schools served by the Capitol Region Education Council.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-10 00:00:00*2021-03-11 00:00:00**0* ** SB01054*4531*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A STATE HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE OMBUDSMAN.*To appoint a state ombudsman to monitor and respond to complaints and concerns regarding home health care and hospice care.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** SB01055*3521*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGING AND DISABILITY SERVICES.*To update statutes concerning the Department of Aging and Disability Services.*0*1*0*1*0*7**288*2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** SB01056*4529*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXPANDING ACCESS TO MEDICAL ASSISTANCE.*To expand access to Medicaid to persons under age sixty-five with income not exceeding two hundred per cent of the federal poverty level.*0*1*0*1*0*4**307*2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** SB01057*4993*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MINIMUM STAFFING LEVELS IN NURSING HOMES.*To change the minimum staffing levels at nursing home facilities.*0*1*0*1*0*2**308*2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** SB01058*5235*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMPASSIONATE PAROLE RELEASE BY THE BOARD OF PARDONS AND PAROLES AND CONCERNING STAFF OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION.*To modify standards used by the Board of Pardons and Paroles to determine when an inmate may be eligible for compassionate parole release and to clarify that whistle blower protections apply to staff of the Department of Correction who report suspected unlawful uses of force by other staff members.*0*1*0*0*0*4***2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB01059*5446*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE CORRECTION ACCOUNTABILITY COMMISSION, THE OFFICE OF THE CORRECTION OMBUDS, THE USE OF ISOLATED CONFINEMENT, SECLUSION AND RESTRAINTS, SOCIAL CONTACTS FOR INCARCERATED PERSONS AND TRAINING AND WORKERS' COMPENSATION BENEFITS FOR CORRECTION OFFICERS.*To (1) establish the Correction Accountability Commission, (2) enhance correction ombuds services, (3) restrict the use of isolated confinement and restraints in correctional facilities, (4) increase transparency concerning restrictive housing measures and the use of restraints in correctional facilities, (5) develop policies concerning social contacts for incarcerated persons, and (6) provide training and certain workers' compensation benefits to correction officers.*0*1*0*0*0*34***2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB01060*5482*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING COURT PROCEEDINGS INVOLVING ALLEGATIONS OF COERCIVE CONTROL OCCURRING BETWEEN FAMILY OR HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS.*To strengthen state laws relating to allegations of coercive control occurring between family or household members.*0*1*0*0*0*21***2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB01061*5478*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL ISSUES AND DECISIONS OF CERTAIN MUNICIPAL AGENCIES.*To make a technical change.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB01062*5557*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING USE OF SPACE LOCATED IN A FLOODPLAIN.*To allow certain space that is located in a floodplain, in the city of Norwich, to be used for residential and commercial purposes.*0*1*0*0*0*2**328*2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB01063*5473*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT AND NOTICE OF CERTAIN ACTIONS OR DECISIONS.*To make a technical change.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB01064*5460*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A WAIVER OF INTEREST ON PROPERTY TAX PAYMENTS FOR CERTAIN REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY AND THE INTEREST RATE FOR CERTAIN TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS.*To (1) allow municipalities to waive the interest on property taxes due for the 2020 tax year for real or personal property used for certain purposes, and (2) reduce the rate of interest for certain taxes and assessments.*0*1*0*1*0*7**329*2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB01065*5458*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF MUNICIPALITIES AND HOMEOWNERS WITH WELL WATER CONTAMINATED WITH URANIUM.*To conduct a study of municipalities and homeowners with well water contaminated with uranium.*0*1*0*0*0*2**330*2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB01066*5468*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPALITIES AND SHARED SERVICES.*To make a technical change.*0*1*0*0*0*2**337*2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB01067*5536*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF CERTAIN HOUSING IN THE TOWN OF SOUTH WINDSOR.*To conduct a study concerning the establishment of certain housing in the town of South Windsor.*0*1*0*0*0*2**316*2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB01068*5474*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PROPERTY TAXES AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING.*To require each municipality to impose an assessment rate, in addition to that provided for under chapter 204 of the general statutes, on all residential real property in such municipality depending on the amount of certain affordable housing in such municipality.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB01069*5531*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION.*To study and recommend ways to identify public health interventions that might result in the elimination of any procedure conducted as part of the practice of female genital mutilation.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-16 00:00:00*2021-03-17 00:00:00**0* ** SB01070*5544*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ALLOWING ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSES AND PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS TO ISSUE HOME HEALTH ORDERS.*To allow advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants to issue home health orders.*0*1*0*0*0*2**317*2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB01071*4971*2021*162*RB *AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE AUDITORS OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS.*To implement the recommendations of the Auditors of Public Accounts contained in their 2020 annual report.*0*1*0*1*0*11**304*2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB01072*5484*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING FREEDOM OF INFORMATION.*To make technical revisions to provisions of the Freedom of Information Act.*0*1*0*0*0*4**278*2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB01073*5579*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING EQUITY AND OPPORTUNITY IN STATE GOVERNMENT.*To require a study of state agency policies and programs to assess the equity of state government programs and the allocation of state resources.*0*1*0*0*0*3**305*2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB01074*5618*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING VARIOUS PROVISIONS RELATED TO GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION AND COVID-19.*To extend the duration of various provisions of executive orders concerning Freedom of Information requirements for meetings and appeals, regulatory requirements, municipal nominations and notaries.*0*1*0*1*0*16**302*2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB01075*5580*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PAYROLL SERVICE PROVIDERS FOR THE EMPLOYMENT OF PERSONAL CARE ATTENDANTS.*To impose additional requirements on responders to a request for proposals for the provision of payroll services for the payment of wages of personal care attendants.*0*1*0*1*0*2**286*2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB01076*5463*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS AND PRIVATIZATION OF STATE SERVICES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT HEALTH CENTER.*To require The University of Connecticut Health Center to obtain the approval of the General Assembly prior to soliciting bids or a request for proposals for a privatization or public-private partnership contract.*0*1*0*1*0*4**287*2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB01077*5640*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE SERVICES' RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TAX ADMINISTRATION AND REVISIONS TO THE TAX AND RELATED STATUTES.*To implement the Department of Revenue Services' recommendations for tax administration and revisions to the tax and related statutes.*0*1*0*0*0*12***2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SB01078*5630*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CAMPAIGN FINANCE LAWS.*To (1) specify that certain online solicitations for political contributions are excluded from the definition of "expenditure", (2) allow certain individuals or entities to make contributions to legislative candidate committees and caucus committees, and (3) remove restrictions on the ability of legislative caucus committees to make organization expenditures during primaries.*0*1*0*0*0*13***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** SB01079*4687*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMPETITIVENESS AND LABOR COSTS AT THE CONNECTICUT AIRPORT AUTHORITY.*To allow certain employees of the Connecticut Airport Authority and require certain future employees of the authority to participate in retirement and benefit plans implemented by the authority.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** SB01080*5547*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING VARIOUS REVISIONS TO THE TEACHERS' RETIREMENT SYSTEM.*To revise and update the teachers' retirement system statutes to align with current practices.*0*1*0*0*0*23***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** SB01081*4413*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE INTEREST RATE RELATING TO TEACHERS' RETIREMENT SYSTEM COST-OF-LIVING ALLOWANCES AND RESERVING CERTAIN LOTTERY FUND REVENUE FOR THE CONNECTICUT TEACHERS' RETIREMENT FUND BONDS SPECIAL CAPITAL RESERVE FUND.*To revise the interest rate relating to adjustments of cost-of-living allowances under the teachers' retirement system and reserve certain Lottery Fund revenue for payment to the Connecticut Teachers' Retirement Fund Bonds Special Capital Reserve Fund prior to transfer to the regionalization subaccount within the regional planning incentive account.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** SB01082*5568*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A RETIRED TEACHER ADVISORY COUNCIL, THE MEMBERSHIP OF AND TERM LIMITS FOR THE TEACHERS' RETIREMENT BOARD, A CAP ON CERTAIN PROFESSIONAL FEES PAID BY THE BOARD, AND MEDICARE SUPPLEMENTAL PLANS FOR RETIRED TEACHERS.*To (1) establish a Retired Teacher Advisory Council for the Teachers' Retirement Board; (2) require that an additional retired teacher be added to the board's membership; (3) institute term limits for board members; (4) cap the amount of certain professional fees paid by the board; and (5) require that the board offer a Medicare supplemental plan to retired teachers.*0*1*0*0*0*8***2021-03-18 00:00:00*2021-03-19 00:00:00**0* ** SB01083*5394*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING VARIOUS REVISIONS TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH STATUTES.*To make various revisions to the public health statutes.*0*1*0*1*0*8**334*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SB01084*5703*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE COLLECTION OF CERTAIN DATA RELATING TO PARENTS WHO HAVE THEIR PARENTAL RIGHTS TERMINATED.*To require the collection and publication of certain data relating to parents who have their parental rights terminated, including parents whose parental rights are terminated while incarcerated.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-22 00:00:00*2021-03-23 00:00:00**0* ** SB01085*5743*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING SUICIDE PREVENTION.*To establish the Connecticut Suicide Advisory Board in statute and require continuing medical education regarding suicide prevention.*0*1*0*1*0*5**318*2021-03-22 00:00:00*2021-03-23 00:00:00**0* ** SB01086*5876*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MENTAL AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES.*To improve the provision of mental and behavioral health services in the state.*0*1*0*1*0*7**335*2021-03-22 00:00:00*2021-03-23 00:00:00**0* ** SB01087*5937*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION OF HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS IN THE STATE.*To recruit and retain health care professionals in the state.*0*1*0*1*0*6**336*2021-03-23 00:00:00*2021-03-24 00:00:00**0* ** SB01088*5858*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING ASSAULT OF A SPORTS OFFICIAL.*To create an enhanced penalty for assault of a sports official.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-24 00:00:00*2021-03-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB01089*5959*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE REVISOR'S TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS TO THE GENERAL STATUTES.*To make various technical changes concerning grammar, clarity and accuracy of internal references and consistency in the general statutes.*0*1*0*0*0*48***2021-03-24 00:00:00*2021-03-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB01090*4717*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING A COMMISSION TO STUDY A HUSKY FOR ALL SINGLE PAYER, UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE PROGRAM.*To establish a commission to conduct an economic analysis of establishing a single payer, universal health care program.*0*1*0*1*0*6**312*2021-03-24 00:00:00*2021-03-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB01091*5982*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF CRIMINAL LAWS OF THIS STATE.*To require a study of the criminal laws of this state.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-24 00:00:00*2021-03-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB01092*5990*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF THE STATE'S CIVIL LAWS.*To establish a working group that shall study the state's civil laws and prepare recommendations on proposed changes to such laws.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-03-24 00:00:00*2021-03-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB01093*5983*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING CIVILIAN POLICE REVIEW BOARDS, SECURITY GUARDS, BODY-WORN RECORDING EQUIPMENT AND SEARCHES BY POLICE.*To (1) provide explicit language for the objection to and enforcement of a subpoena issued by a civilian police review board, (2) modify provision concerning viewing by a police officer and his or representative of body-worn recording equipment or dashboard camera footage, (3) ban police officers decertified in other states from being licensed as a security guard, (4) ban no-knock search warrants and modify police search statutes, and (5) allow the court to draw adverse or unfavorable inferences in the case of a police officer's deliberate failure to record an incident of use of force.*0*1*0*0*0*17***2021-03-24 00:00:00*2021-03-25 00:00:00**0* ** SB01094*6381*2021*162*RB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR CTNEXT AND THE INNOVATION PLACE PROGRAM.*To provide funding for CTNext and the innovation place program.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** SB01095*6491*2021*162*RB *AN ACT EXPANDING THE ANGEL INVESTOR TAX CREDIT PROGRAM TO SOCIAL EQUITY APPLICANTS.*To expand the angel investor tax credit program to cannabis establishments for which social equity applicants have been granted provisional licenses or licenses.*0*1*0*0*0*8***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** SB01096*6632*2021*162*RB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE EXCHANGE OF EXCESS CREDITS WITH THE STATE AT A REDUCED RATE.*To authorize corporations and affected business entities to exchange excess credits with the state at a reduced rate.*0*1*0*0*0*2***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** SB01097*6633*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING MEETINGS OF THE STATE BOND COMMISSION.*To require the State Bond Commission to meet at least once each calendar quarter and the agenda for each meeting to be jointly agreed on by the Governor, the president pro tempore of the Senate and the speaker of the House of Representatives, in consultation with the minority leaders of the Senate and the House of Representatives.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** SB01098*6635*2021*162*RB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR PEDIATRIC EARLY LITERACY PROGRAMS.*To fund the provision of pediatric early literacy programs in alliance districts.*0*1*0*0*0*3***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** SB01099*6678*2021*162*RB *AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR A RESEARCH FACULTY RECRUITMENT AND HIRING PROGRAM BY THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT TO ENCOURAGE THE CREATION OF NEW BUSINESS VENTURES.*To provide funding for a research faculty recruitment and hiring program by The University of Connecticut, with the goal of encouraging and facilitating the creation of new business ventures.*0*1*0*0*0*4***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** SB01100*6639*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE FAILURE TO FILE FOR CERTAIN GRAND LIST EXEMPTIONS.*To allow certain persons to file for property tax exemptions, notwithstanding certain statutory deadlines.*0*1*0*0*0*5***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** SB01101*6649*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING CT RENAISSANCE AND CONCERNING INVESTMENTS IN RENAISSANCE ZONES.*To require the establishment of the CT Renaissance to implement investments and project financing in eligible municipalities through designated renaissance zones, and to increase the funds for state investments in community banks and credit unions to promote community or economic development in such zones.*0*1*0*0*0*19***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** SB01102*6675*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A LOAN PROGRAM TO ASSIST TAXPAYERS WITH THE PAYMENT OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TAXES.*To establish a loan program to assist taxpayers with the payment of certain real property taxes.*0*1*0*0*0*4***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** SB01103*6688*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING EMISSIONS AND DECIBEL LEVEL TESTING, THE TAXATION OF CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES AND PARTS AND THE PASSPORT TO THE PARKS FEE.*To require emissions and decibel level testing for motor vehicles and motorcycles, establish a higher rate of sales and use taxes for motorcycles and aftermarket motorcycle mufflers that exceed the maximum allowable decibel level and limit the Passport to the Parks fee to one vehicle per owner.*0*1*0*0*0*25***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** SB01104*6689*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING COMMUNITY RESTORATION FUNDS.*To implement certain community restoration and revitalization efforts through the establishment of community development corporations, community development credit unions and community impact zones, using tax revenue from the sale of cannabis and cannabis products and deposits in lieu of taxes payments.*0*1*0*0*0*34***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** SB01105*6697*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ELIMINATING THE PROPERTY TAX ON CERTAIN MOTOR VEHICLES AND ADJUSTING THE UNIFORM PROPERTY ASSESSMENT RATE.*To eliminate the property tax on certain motor vehicles and adjust the uniform property assessment rate.*0*1*0*0*0*44***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** SB01106*6728*2021*162*RB *AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE CONNECTICUT EQUITABLE INVESTMENT FUND AND DEDICATING CERTAIN REVENUES TO SAID FUND.*To establish the Connecticut Equitable Investment Fund and council and dedicate certain revenues to said fund to be used for certain purposes.*0*1*0*0*0*20***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** SB01107*6734*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING THE TAXATION OF AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER SERVICES.*To sunset the ambulatory surgical centers tax and subject ambulatory surgical center services to the sales tax.*0*1*0*0*0*12***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** SB01108*6483*2021*162*RB *AN ACT CONCERNING A CONNECTICUT NEW MARKETS TAX CREDIT PROGRAM.*To establish a Connecticut new markets tax credit program for calendar years 2022 and 2023.*0*1*0*0*0*7***2021-04-13 00:00:00*2021-04-14 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00001*454*2021*162*SJ *RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE JOINT RULES OF THE SENATE AND THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.**0*0*0*0*0*63***2021-01-06 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00002*385*2021*162*SJ *RESOLUTION CONCERNING PUBLICATION OF THE LEGISLATIVE BULLETIN, PRINTING OF BILLS AND EXPENSES OF THE 2021 SESSION OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-01-06 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00003*85*2021*162*PSJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE STATE CONSTITUTION TO PERMIT EARLY VOTING.*To permit early voting.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00004*82*2021*162*PSJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE STATE CONSTITUTION TO PERMIT NO-EXCUSE ABSENTEE VOTING.*To eliminate the requirement that an elector satisfy a particular reason specified by law in order to cast an absentee ballot.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-07 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00005*236*2021*162*PSJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONNECTICUT CONSTITUTION TO REQUIRE THE ESTABLISHMENT AND FUNDING OF SHARED-RISK PENSION PLANS FOR STATE EMPLOYEES AND TEACHERS.*To reduce pension costs by establishing shared-risk pension plans for state employees and teachers and requiring that the General Assembly fully fund such plans.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00006*157*2021*162*PSJ *RESOLUTION MEMORIALIZING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO ENACT THE AGENT ORANGE EXPOSURE FAIRNESS ACT.*To memorialize Congress to enact the Agent Orange Exposure Fairness Act.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-11 00:00:00*2021-01-12 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00007*222*2021*162*PSJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT ALLOWING FOR NO-EXCUSE ABSENTEE VOTING.*To eliminate restrictions on a qualified elector's ability to cast an absentee ballot, rather than appearing in person, to vote at an election.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-12 00:00:00*2021-01-13 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00008*1133*2021*162*PSJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT TO ALLOW JUDICIAL REVIEW OF CONTESTED GENERAL ASSEMBLY ELECTIONS.*To grant jurisdiction to the Judicial Department over election returns and qualifications of members of the General Assembly in cases of contested elections.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00009*1121*2021*162*PSJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE STATE CONSTITUTION CONCERNING THE PASSAGE OF NEW OR INCREASED STATE TAXES.*To provide tax relief to taxpayers at the local level when taxes are added or increased at the state level.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00010*1205*2021*162*PSJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT PROHIBITING THE IMPOSITION OF RETROACTIVE TAXES.*To prohibit the imposition of retroactive taxes.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-22 00:00:00*2021-01-25 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00011*1212*2021*162*PSJ *RESOLUTION AMENDING THE STATE CONSTITUTION TO PROHIBIT CERTAIN LOBBYING IN THE HOUSE AND SENATE CHAMBERS.*To subject agency liaisons to the same rules as lobbyists regarding their presence on the House and Senate floor.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-25 00:00:00*2021-01-26 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00012*2269*2021*162*PSJ *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT CONCERNING TERM LIMITS FOR LEGISLATORS.*To impose a term limit of five terms as a senator and five terms as a representative.*0*0*1*0*0*1***2021-01-29 00:00:00*2021-02-01 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00013*5629*2021*162*CB *RESOLUTION PROPOSING A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT TO ALLOW SIXTEEN-YEAR-OLDS TO PREREGISTER TO VOTE, REGIONAL VOTING CENTERS AND EARLY VOTING.**0*0*0*0*0*4***2021-03-17 00:00:00*2021-03-18 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00014*3202*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF KAREN E. DUBOIS-WALTON OF NEW HAVEN TO BE APPOINTED A MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION.**0*0*0*0*1*1*105*16*2021-02-11 00:00:00*2021-02-12 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00015*3195*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF BONNIE BURR OF BROOKFIELD TO BE A MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION.**0*0*0*0*1*1*106*17*2021-02-11 00:00:00*2021-02-12 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00016*3212*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF MALIA SIEVE OF WATERFORD TO BE REAPPOINTED A MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION.**0*0*0*0*1*1*107*18*2021-02-11 00:00:00*2021-02-12 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00017*3210*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF ERIK M. CLEMONS OF NEW HAVEN TO BE A MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION.**0*0*0*0*1*1*108*19*2021-02-22 00:00:00*2021-02-23 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00018*3915*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE SALVATORE C. AGATI OF WATERTOWN TO BE A MEMBER OF THE JUDICIAL REVIEW COUNCIL.**0*0*0*0*1*1*109*20*2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00019*3916*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF ROBERT R. BOUVIER OF WEST HARTFORD TO BE A MEMBER OF THE JUDICIAL REVIEW COUNCIL.**0*0*0*0*1*1*110*21*2021-02-24 00:00:00*2021-02-25 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00020*4753*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF KEVIN J. O'CONNOR OF GREENWICH TO BE A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*268*65*2021-03-11 00:00:00*2021-03-12 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00021*4760*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF ROBERT T. SIMMELKJAER II OF WESTPORT TO BE A MEMBER AND CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CONNECTICUT LOTTERY CORPORATION.**0*0*0*0*1*1*269*66*2021-03-11 00:00:00*2021-03-12 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00022*4754*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF ROBERT NAMNOUM OF CANTON TO BE APPOINTED A MEMBER OF THE EDUCATION ARBITRATION BOARD.**0*0*0*0*1*1*270*67*2021-03-11 00:00:00*2021-03-12 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00023*4748*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF SARAH HEALY EAGAN OF WEST HARTFORD TO BE REAPPOINTED AS THE CHILD ADVOCATE.**0*0*0*0*1*1*271*69*2021-03-11 00:00:00*2021-03-12 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00024*4751*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF ANDREA B. DENNIS-LAVIGNE OF SIMSBURY TO BE APPOINTED A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*124*70*2021-03-11 00:00:00*2021-03-12 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00025*5030*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF DR. JOHN BONETTI OF FARMINGTON TO BE A MEMBER OF THE PSYCHIATRIC SECURITY REVIEW BOARD.**0*0*0*0*1*1*272*71*2021-03-15 00:00:00*2021-03-16 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00026*5615*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF WILLIAM F. CLARK, ESQUIRE, OF NEW HAVEN TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*273*97*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00027*4088*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF MAXIMINO MEDINA, JR., ESQUIRE, OF BRIDGEPORT TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*274*98*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00028*4138*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF JESSICA TORRES SHLATZ, ESQUIRE, OF WEST HARTFORD TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*275*99*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00029*4089*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF NDIDI N. MOSES, ESQUIRE, OF SEYMOUR TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*276*100*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00030*4081*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF MICHAEL JAMES GUSTAFSON, ESQUIRE, OF WEST HARTFORD TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*277*101*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00031*4084*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF KIMBERLY MASSICOTTE, ESQUIRE, OF BURLINGTON TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*278*102*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00032*4166*2021*162*SJ *RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SYMPATHY ON THE DEATH OF STATE AUDITOR AND FORMER STATE SENATOR ROBERT J. KANE.**0*0*0*0*0*3***2021-02-26 00:00:00*2021-03-01 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00033*4063*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF JOHN A. CIRELLO, ESQUIRE, OF NEW HAVEN TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*279*103*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00034*4137*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF CHRIS A. PELOSI, ESQUIRE, OF BERLIN TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*280*104*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00035*4127*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF EDWARD VINCENT O'HANLAN, ESQUIRE, OF OLD LYME TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*281*105*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00036*4129*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF ANGELICA N. PAPASTAVROS, ESQUIRE, OF KILLINGWORTH TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*282*111*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00037*4112*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE GLADYS IDELIS NIEVES OF NEW HAVEN TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*283*106*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00038*4082*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF H. GORDON HALL, ESQUIRE, OF NEW HAVEN TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*284*107*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00039*4142*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF CARLA NASCIMENTO ZAHNER, ESQUIRE, OF WEST HARTFORD TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*285*108*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00040*4059*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF LINDA ALLARD, ESQUIRE, OF WEST HARTFORD TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*286*109*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00041*4139*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF CARLETHA S.P. TEXIDOR, ESQUIRE, OF SOUTHINGTON TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.**0*0*0*0*1*1*287*110*2021-03-19 00:00:00*2021-03-22 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00042*6052*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF ARI SANTIAGO OF WEST HARTFORD TO BE A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION.**0*0*0*0*1*1*351*159*2021-03-29 00:00:00*2021-03-30 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00043*6051*2021*162*SJN *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF SUZETTE BROWN OF BLOOMFIELD TO BE A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MATERIALS INNOVATION AND RECYCLING AUTHORITY.**0*0*0*0*1*1*352*160*2021-03-29 00:00:00*2021-03-30 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00044*6224*2021*162*SJ *RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SYMPATHY ON THE DEATH OF FORMER STATE SENATOR EDWIN A. GOMES.**0*0*0*0*0*4*0**2021-03-29 00:00:00*2021-03-30 00:00:00**0* ** SJ00045*6223*2021*162*SJ *RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SYMPATHY ON THE DEATH OF FORMER STATE SENATOR BIAGIO S. "BILLY" CIOTTO.**0*0*0*0*0*4***2021-03-29 00:00:00*2021-03-30 00:00:00**0* ** SR00001*458*2021*162*SR *RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE RULES OF THE SENATE.**0*0*0*0*0*13***2021-01-06 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SR00002*386*2021*162*SR *RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE PRINTING OF THE SENATE JOURNAL.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-01-06 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SR00003*387*2021*162*SR *RESOLUTION CONCERNING ROLL CALL AND READING OF THE SENATE JOURNAL.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-01-06 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SR00004*491*2021*162*SR *RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATIONS OF RABBI PHILIP LAZOWSKI OF WEST HARTFORD AS CHAPLAIN OF THE SENATE AND REVEREND BONITA GRUBBS OF NEW HAVEN AND MONSIGNOR GERARD G. SCHMITZ OF BRANFORD AS DEPUTY CHAPLAINS OF THE SENATE.**0*0*0*0*0*1***2021-01-06 00:00:00*2021-01-08 00:00:00**0* ** SR00005*584*2021*162*SR *RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT IN ROBERT BARFIELD, ET AL. V. 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