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HB 5072 Connecticut House · 2026 Regular Session

AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR VOCATIONAL AGRICULTURAL PROGRAMS IN SCHOOLS.

HB 5072 allocates state funds from the General Fund to support vocational agricultural programs in public schools. It provides $___ for the 2027 fiscal year to help school districts cover costs at regional agricultural science centers. The bill directly affects school districts and regional centers by funding career-focused agricultural education programs. This appropriation aims to assist schools with operational expenses for these vocational training initiatives.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates General Fund state funds to directly fund vocational agricultural programs, increasing budgetary spending on public education programs per Budget & Taxes indicators.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates state funds for vocational agricultural programs in schools, directly increasing funding for K-12 career-focused educational initiatives.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
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Governor
Introduced Feb 9, 2026 Last action Feb 9, 2026
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REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Appropriations
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Photo of Craig Fishbein
Craig Fishbein
RRepublican
CT
90
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Photo of Karen Reddington-Hughes
Karen Reddington-Hughes
RRepublican
CT
66