CT HB05421

Connecticut Port Authority shall establish a "small harbor improvement projects account" funded by state bond proceeds, General Assembly appropriations, and other authorized funds.

Account funds support federal and nonfederal dredging projects, including small harbor improvement projects under section 13b-55a of the general statutes.

Account may cover local and state matching requirements for dredging projects and incremental costs of environmental regulatory compliance or management practices, including beneficial use.

Account may fund dredging projects when federal funds are inadequate, and the authority must pursue federal reimbursement for costs covered under these circumstances.

Account may fund private maritime infrastructure projects.