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CT HB06542

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

6/1/2013

Primary Sponsor

Environment Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Transfer care, custody and control of the Farm at the Southbury Training School property from the Commissioner of Developmental Services to the Commissioner of Agriculture
  • Commissioner of Agriculture shall obtain a Class A-2 horizontal property survey of the farm
  • Grant a permanent conservation easement to a nonprofit organization (501(c)(3)) with a mission to protect agricultural lands, allowing the Commissioner to lease or license portions of the farm for agricultural use for periods not exceeding 15 years with renewal options
  • Require State Properties Review Board approval of the conservation easement and any leases, permits, or licenses within 30 days of submission
  • Agricultural activities on the farm must comply with a conservation plan prepared by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and approved by the Commissioner of Agriculture, consistent with generally accepted agricultural practices and protection of the farm's agricultural and conservation values

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Preservation Of Farmland At The Southbury Training School.

Last Action

Signed by the Governor

6/6/2013

Committee Referrals

Human Services5/21/2013
Government Administration and Elections4/16/2013
Environment2/28/2013

Full Bill Text

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