CT SB00231

Establishes a grant program administered by the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection to provide unmanned aerial vehicles to law enforcement units and municipal and volunteer fire departments, beginning in fiscal year 2025.

Requires the department to develop eligibility criteria, application forms, and deadlines by October 1, 2024, and post the grant program description on its website.

Mandates annual reports to the joint standing committee on public safety and security starting January 1, 2026, including the number of applications received, grants awarded, and list of recipients.

Funds the program within available appropriations with no specific dollar amount designated.

Takes effect upon passage with the grant program becoming operational for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.