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CT SB00134

Bill

Status

Engrossed

4/10/2024

Primary Sponsor

General Law Committee

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Origin

Senate

2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

SB 134 Summary

  • Prohibits use of electronic nicotine and cannabis delivery systems in state buildings, health care facilities, retail establishments, restaurants, schools, child care facilities, elevators, dormitories, correctional facilities, and public transportation stations, effective October 1, 2024.

  • Shields sellers and real estate licensees from liability for failure to disclose hazardous waste facilities if written notice of availability of hazard lists is provided to purchasers prior to or upon contract execution.

  • Revises home improvement contractor registration requirements to clarify felony conviction disclosure obligations and allows commissioner to deny registration based on felony convictions, effective October 1, 2024.

  • Updates homemaker-companion agency contract requirements to mandate 60-day advance notice for rate changes, conspicuous disclosure of service terms and consumer rights, background check notices, and cancellation policies.

  • Clarifies data breach notification procedures requiring notification within 60 days of discovery, offers identity theft prevention services for at least two years at no cost, and permits delayed notification if law enforcement determines it would impede investigation.

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Legislative Commissioners' Recommendations For Minor And Technical Revisions To Statutes Concerning Consumer Protection.

Last Action

House Calendar Number 318

4/11/2024

Committee Referrals

General Law2/15/2024

Full Bill Text

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