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CT SB00286

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Aging Committee

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Origin

Senate

2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Nonparent caretaker relatives who are legal guardians of children receiving Temporary Family Assistance would receive payments equal to the monthly foster care rate paid by the Department of Children and Families, based on the child's age and medical condition

  • Effective date is July 1, 2026

  • Amends section 17b-112(a) of the general statutes governing the temporary family assistance program

  • Applies to families where the head of household is a nonparent relative (such as a grandparent) who has obtained legal guardianship of a child

Legislative Description

An Act Increasing Financial Assistance For Grandparents And Other Nonparent Relatives Raising Certain Children.

Last Action

Referred to Office of Legislative Research and Office of Fiscal Analysis 03/16/26 5:00 PM

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Select Committee on Aging2/19/2026

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