CT HB05475

Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection must assess and report by January 1, 2027 on methods to streamline general permit processes, including using AI for preliminary application reviews, third-party permitting options, and expedited review with increased fees

Assessment required for individual permits covering solid waste, power generation, thermal loops, fuel cells, and coastal land management to evaluate automation tools for businesses and municipalities to reduce permitting timelines and costs

Commissioner must evaluate feasibility of automating permit renewals and reducing fees when applicants have no changes to original permit information

Report with findings and legislative recommendations due to the joint standing committees on environment and government oversight by January 1, 2027

Effective upon passage