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CT HB06429
Bill
Status
1/28/2019
Primary Sponsor
Environment Committee
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AI Summary
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Secretary of the Office of Policy and Management shall establish a grant-in-aid program effective July 1, 2019 for municipalities with documented gypsy moth or emerald ash borer infestations.
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Grants are available for municipalities with expenses exceeding customary budgeted amounts for tree removal necessary to preserve public safety and health, or for suppression programs for these pests.
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Secretary may establish criteria for grant awards and application procedures, including the manner and form of applications.
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Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection and Director of the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station shall consult with the secretary to identify additional funding sources, including available federal funds.
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Referred to both Environment and Finance committees with joint favorable recommendations.
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning A Grant-in-aid Program For Municipalities Combating Gypsy Moth And Emerald Ash Borer Infestations.
Last Action
Tabled for the Calendar, House
5/14/2019