Bill Summary: Raised Bill No. 159

• Establishes a task force to study feasibility of developing a multimodal transportation center in Stonington and Groton, including water taxis, parking areas, bike lanes, trolley services, and green transportation options.

• Task force composition includes 10 members: representatives from both towns, state commissioners (Transportation; Energy and Environmental Protection), eastern regional district, business/tourism organization, local traffic authorities, two tourist attraction representatives, and a resident appointed by the Governor.

• All initial appointments must be made within 30 days of the bill's effective date, with the first meeting scheduled no later than 60 days after enactment.

• Task force must submit findings and recommendations to joint standing committees on commerce, transportation, and the environment by January 1, 2025, and terminates upon report submission or that date, whichever is later.

• Administrative support provided by the joint standing committee staff having cognizance of commerce matters.