AN ACT CONCERNING A FIRE SUPPRESSION INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM.

SB 1491 creates a state grant program to reimburse small towns (populations under 10,000) for fire suppression infrastructure costs, such as fire hydrants. Starting July 1, 2025, the Department of Administrative Services will administer the program, requiring towns to apply through a department-approved process. The department must post grant details online by October 1, 2025, including eligibility and application steps. This policy directly affects municipalities meeting the population threshold, providing financial support for essential fire safety infrastructure.