CT HB05514

Expands the definition of "institution" under public health statutes to include coverage of dependent family members of students, faculty, and employees enrolled in educational institution health plans, effective October 1, 2026

Establishes a working group by July 1, 2026 to advise the Department of Public Health on managed residential communities where assisted living services are provided, with a report due to the commissioner by January 1, 2027

Requires nursing schools to report biannually starting January 1, 2027 on first-time NCLEX pass rates, graduation rates, and job placement outcomes; empowers the Board of Examiners for Nursing to require corrective actions for schools falling below acceptable performance thresholds

Mandates health care providers notify patients in writing at initial intake about medical record retention laws and how to request copies, effective January 1, 2027

Requires the Commissioners of Public Health and Energy and Environmental Protection to jointly evaluate sewage disposal working group recommendations and report to the legislature by January 1, 2027, with emphasis on nitrogen assessment requirements for disposal systems