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CT SB01111
Bill
Status
3/8/2013
Primary Sponsor
Planning and Development Committee
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AI Summary
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Water pollution control authorities in municipalities with fewer than 50,000 residents receiving state grants for sewerage systems serving multiple municipalities must operate under an interlocal agreement negotiated in good faith, effective October 1, 2013
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Interlocal agreements must require independent cost of service studies before rate increases and establish advisory boards meeting at least twice annually with representatives from each served municipality
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Water pollution control authorities must consult advisory boards before approving real property transfers, rate increases, or capital improvement projects exceeding $5 million in aggregate cost
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When surrounding municipalities contribute more than 20% of design capacity flows, parties must negotiate in good faith to form a regional water pollution control authority
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Water companies are liable to consumers for uninsured damages directly caused by leaks or breaks in water mains owned by the company, effective October 1, 2013
Legislative Description
An Act Requiring Certain Water Pollution Control Authorities To Operate Pursuant To An Interlocal Agreement And Concerning The Liability Of Water Companies For Damages Caused By A Leak Or Break In A Water Main.
Last Action
Referred by Senate to Committee on Judiciary
4/24/2013