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CT SB00056

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Heather Bond Somers

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Origin

Senate

2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends section 12-701 of Connecticut general statutes to create a new personal income tax deduction
  • Allows taxpayers to deduct the total amount of public benefit charges paid on utility bills during the taxable year
  • Public benefit charges are fees included on electric and gas bills that fund energy assistance programs, conservation initiatives, and renewable energy projects
  • Introduced by Senator Somers (18th District) and referred to the Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee

Legislative Description

An Act Establishing A Personal Income Tax Deduction For Public Benefit Charges Paid By Taxpayers On Their Utility Bills.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Finance, Revenue and Bonding

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance, Revenue and Bonding2/4/2026

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