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CT HB05412

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Veterans' and Military Affairs Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Creates a new "Military Department emergency response account" as a separate, nonlapsing fund effective July 1, 2026
  • Account funds cover costs incurred by the Military Department and other state personnel responding to natural disasters, civil emergencies, or other events requiring state response when federal funds are not immediately available
  • Governor approval required for expenditures, in consultation with the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection
  • Treasurer must transfer $500,000 from the existing Military Relief Fund to the new account for fiscal year ending June 30, 2027
  • Military Department administers the account, with any remaining balance carried forward to the next fiscal year

Legislative Description

An Act Establishing The Military Department Emergency Response Account.

Last Action

Filed with Legislative Commissioners' Office

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Veterans' and Military Affairs2/26/2026

Full Bill Text

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