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CT HB06429

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/28/2019

Primary Sponsor

Environment Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Secretary may establish criteria for grant awards and application procedures, including the manner and form of applications.

  • 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.

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Finance, Revenue and Bonding5/10/2019
Environment1/28/2019

Full Bill Text

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