CT HB07125

Ballot questions for municipal charter or home rule ordinance amendments must use simple, clear, unambiguous language and include a precise, fair explanation that does not advocate for approval or disapproval

Certain amendment items must be presented separately on the ballot for individual voter approval: changes to how governing bodies are elected, whether officials are elected or appointed, residency requirements for department heads, creation/elimination of boards or commissions, and public notice requirements for budget hearings

Municipalities may prepare and disseminate concise summaries of arguments both for and against proposed charter or home rule amendments

Approved amendments take effect 30 days after voter approval at regular elections (requiring simple majority) or special elections (requiring majority equal to at least 15% of registered electors)

Aggrieved persons may file complaints under section 9-371b regarding rulings by election officials, including the appointing authority's preparation of amendments for the ballot; effective July 1, 2025