CT HB05056

Replaces references to "regional planning agencies" with "councils of governments" throughout statutes governing geospatial information systems, transportation funding applications, and technical assistance programs.

Increases the threshold for "growth-related projects" requiring state funding review from $100,000 to $200,000 for real property acquisition, development, and public transportation equipment (effective October 1, 2014).

Clarifies procedures for handling excess proceeds from tax sale foreclosures, requiring tax collectors to deposit remaining funds with the court within ten days of redemption period expiration and notify affected parties of their right to claim funds (effective from passage).

Modifies the mill rate calculation for state aid to municipalities to be computed on total estimated revenues exclusive of anticipated state assistance (effective from passage).

Removes references to subdivisions (72) and (74) of section 12-81 from the tax exemption financial assistance review program and eliminates the deadline requirement for final modification notices related to those subdivisions (effective from passage).