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CT HB05223

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/12/2023

Primary Sponsor

David Michel

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires developers of offshore wind facilities that provide energy to Connecticut electric customers to establish a compensation fund
  • Fund must compensate for damages to the marine environment or fisheries caused by construction or operation of the facilities
  • Fund must compensate developers who create fewer jobs than promised in agreements with the state or state-regulated electric distribution companies
  • Referred to Committee on Energy and Technology
  • Introduced by Representatives Michel, Porter, Hughes, and Simms T., and Senator Somers

Legislative Description

An Act Requiring Offshore Wind Developers To Establish A Compensation Fund.

Last Action

Public Hearing 02/22

2/22/2023

Committee Referrals

Energy and Technology1/12/2023

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