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CT HB05298

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Veterans' and Military Affairs Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Department of Veterans Affairs will administer grants to municipalities and nonprofit veterans' organizations for capital expenditure projects beginning fiscal year 2028
  • Eligible projects include repair or replacement of mechanical systems at homes of elderly, disabled, or means-limited veterans, and placement or maintenance of war memorials and veterans' monuments
  • Department must develop eligibility criteria, application forms, and deadlines by January 1, 2027, and post program information on its website
  • State Bond Commission authorized to issue general obligation bonds to fund the program, with bonds maturing no later than 20 years from issuance
  • Annual reporting to the General Assembly's Veterans' and Military Affairs committee required starting January 1, 2028, detailing applications received, grants awarded, and recipient organizations

Legislative Description

An Act Establishing A Grant Program For Veterans-related Capital Expenditure Projects.

Last Action

Filed with Legislative Commissioners' Office

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Veterans' and Military Affairs2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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