AN ACT ALLOWING MUNICIPALITIES TO SELECT THEIR PRIMARY SERVICE AREA RESPONDER.

SB 362 (2025) allows municipalities to choose their own primary service area responder (such as fire or emergency medical services) instead of relying on a default arrangement. This bill amends Title 19a of the general statutes to give local governments this selection authority. It directly affects all municipalities in the state, enabling them to tailor emergency response services to their specific community needs. The change is procedural, focusing on local decision-making without altering service standards or funding.