HB 7148 Summary

• Appropriates $19.29 billion from the General Fund for fiscal years 2020-2021, with total appropriations of $20.26 billion after adjustments.

• Allocates funding across state agencies including education ($3.07 billion), human services ($4.53 billion), corrections ($643.6 million), and healthcare departments.

• Authorizes $181.9 million in labor-management cost reductions for FY 2020 and $276.8 million for FY 2021, with ability to adjust allocations based on collective bargaining agreements.

• Distributes municipal aid including $54.9 million for state property tax reimbursements, $109.9 million for college/hospital property, and $49.9 million from tribal gaming funds to Connecticut municipalities.

• Includes special appropriations from multiple dedicated funds (Transportation, Insurance, Banking, Workers' Compensation) and grants to specific organizations including regional councils, economic development entities, and cultural institutions.