AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF ACCESSIBLE SEATING FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED PERSONS AT VENUES THAT RECEIVE STATE FUNDING.

HB 6044 requires the Commissioner of Administrative Services to study whether venues receiving state funding should be mandated to provide accessible seating for visually impaired patrons near performance areas. The study must examine which venues would be affected, potential costs, and compliance barriers, with a report due to the legislature by February 1, 2026. This is a procedural bill focused solely on gathering data, not implementing new requirements. The study will cost $750,000 in fiscal year 2026, funded by the General Fund, to hire outside consultants since the agency lacks expertise. It directly affects state-funded venues but does not change current accessibility standards.