Budget & Taxes (Debt & Bonds)

in committee · Connecticut · House Apr 16, 2026

HB 5445: AN ACT CONCERNING THE AMORTIZABLE BOND PREMIUM SUBTRACTION FOR PURPOSES OF THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX.

This bill modifies Connecticut's personal income tax rules by updating the list of items that can be subtracted from gross income when calculating taxable income. It directly affects Connecticut residents filing state income tax returns by clarifying and adjusting various deductions related to federal tax treatment. Key provisions include maintaining existing deductions for certain federal tax-exempt income, interest on state bonds, and Social Security benefits, while also specifying how to handle amortizable bond premiums on bonds whose interest is taxable under state law but exempt from federal tax. The changes take effect for taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2027, and primarily align state tax calculations with corresponding federal tax rules.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief by allowing bond premium subtraction, reducing taxable income for Connecticut residents and promoting fiscal responsibility through tax code adjustments.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Income Tax

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in committee · Connecticut · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 5118: AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR REPAIRS AND RENOVATIONS FOR CATHOLIC CHARITIES, INC. IN THE TOWN OF NEWINGTON.

HB 5118 authorizes the state to issue up to $2,770,075 in bonds to fund repairs and renovations for Catholic Charities, Inc.'s facility at 652 Willard Avenue in Newington. The funds, managed by the Department of Economic and Community Development, will be provided as a grant-in-aid to Catholic Charities specifically for upgrading the building and grounds. This directly affects Catholic Charities, Inc., which uses the facility to provide services for persons with intellectual disabilities. The bill creates a concrete funding mechanism for facility improvements without altering existing service programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $2.77M in state bonds for Catholic Charities facility upgrades, directly funding essential services for disabled persons through targeted government spending.90% confidence

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in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 10, 2026

SB 107: AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE ATHLETIC FIELDS FOR REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 8.

SB 107 authorizes the state to issue up to $3.5 million in bonds to fund athletic field improvements for Regional School District 8. The funds would be provided as a grant-in-aid through the Department of Education, specifically for upgrading athletic fields within that district. This bill directly affects Regional School District 8 students, athletes, and staff by providing dedicated state funding for facility upgrades. It does not change existing laws but allocates specific resources for infrastructure improvements at no cost to the district.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $3.5M in state bonds for school athletic field upgrades, representing direct government spending on public infrastructure within budget allocation.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $3.5M in state bonds for athletic field infrastructure upgrades in a school district, directly funding school facility improvements under education infrastructure.95% confidence

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in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 11, 2026

SB 171: AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE RENOVATION, REHABILITATION AND UPDATE OF RECREATIONAL FIELDS IN THE VILLAGE OF BALTIC.

SB 171 authorizes the state to issue up to $2 million in bonds to fund the renovation, rehabilitation, and updating of recreational fields in the village of Baltic, located within the town of Sprague. The funds would be provided as a grant-in-aid through the Department of Economic and Community Development to Sprague town. This bill directly affects the village of Baltic by enabling improvements to its public recreational facilities. The key mechanism is the state bond authorization, with proceeds dedicated solely to these specific field upgrades.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $2M state bonds for public recreational facility improvements, increasing state spending on public services through grant-in-aid funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds

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in committee · Connecticut · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 5191: AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR A FIRE SERVICE DISPATCH SYSTEM FOR THE CITY OF NORWICH.

HB 5191 authorizes the state to issue up to $600,000 in bonds to fund a fire service dispatch system for the city of Norwich. The state Bond Commission would issue the bonds, with proceeds going to the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection to provide a grant directly to Norwich. This bill provides concrete funding for Norwich to establish or upgrade its fire dispatch infrastructure. It directly affects Norwich's emergency response capabilities by enabling the city to implement a dedicated fire dispatch system. The bill is purely procedural, focusing on authorizing state funding without altering other laws or policies.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $600k in state bonds to fund Norwich's fire dispatch system, directly allocating government funds for public safety infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds

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signed · Connecticut · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5243: AN ACT ESTABLISHING A WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM PLAN FOR THE GREATER MYSTIC AREA.

HB 5243 authorizes Connecticut to issue up to $8 million in state bonds for economic development in the greater Mystic area (Groton and Stonington). The funds will finance specific projects including dock/pier improvements, parking garage construction, shuttle boat service, and riverwalk enhancements. These projects aim to boost local economic activity and tourism infrastructure. The bonds are general state obligations, repaid through state appropriations, with funding effective July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $8M in state bonds for economic development projects, requiring state appropriations for repayment, directly advancing government spending under budget/fiscal management.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds dock/pier improvements, parking garage, shuttle boat service, and riverwalk - direct transportation infrastructure projects to boost tourism and economic activity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Ports

in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 11, 2026

SB 179: AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AT MIDDLESEX COMMUNITY COLLEGE.

SB 179 authorizes the state to issue bonds (up to a specified amount) to fund capital improvements at Middlesex Community College in Middletown. The funds, managed by the Board of Regents for Higher Education, will be provided as a grant-in-aid directly to the college for projects like building repairs or new construction. This bill specifically affects Middlesex Community College by providing dedicated state funding for physical infrastructure upgrades. It does not alter tuition, academic programs, or college governance. The bill's mechanism is purely financial, enabling bond issuance to support campus capital needs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes state bonds for public college infrastructure funding, directly allocating government resources to support public education through capital improvements.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes state bonds for college infrastructure upgrades, directly funding physical improvements at Middlesex Community College, aligning with infrastructure support indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Higher Education

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in committee · Connecticut · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 5233: AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO WATER AND SEWER INFRASTRUCTURE IN THE TOWN OF MANCHESTER.

HB 5233 authorizes the state to issue up to $5 million in bonds to fund water and sewer infrastructure improvements in the north end of Manchester. The funds will be provided as a grant to Manchester through the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. This bill directly affects Manchester residents in the north end by enabling upgrades to their local water and sewer systems. The key mechanism is state bond financing, with the grant specifically targeting infrastructure improvements in that specific area of the town.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $5M state bonds for essential infrastructure funding, directly increasing public spending on critical services.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds water/sewer infrastructure upgrades via DEEP to prevent pollution and ensure clean water, directly advancing environmental protection.90% confidence

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in committee · Connecticut · Senate Feb 17, 2026

SB 203: AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE TO UPGRADE TOWN FACILITY TECHNOLOGIES FOR THE EXPANSION OF MUNICIPAL VETERANS SERVICES PROGRAMS.

SB 203 authorizes the state to issue up to $1.5 million in bonds to fund technology upgrades at town facilities. The funds would be used by the Department of Veterans Affairs to expand municipal veterans services programs across local communities. This bill directly affects veterans and local governments by providing resources to modernize service delivery infrastructure. The key mechanism is state bond financing for technology improvements, specifically targeting the expansion of existing veterans programs rather than creating new ones. The bill focuses on enabling current services to reach more veterans through improved technological capabilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $1.5M in state bonds to fund veterans services technology upgrades, directly increasing public program funding through budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds $1.5M in bonds for technology upgrades at town facilities to expand veterans services programs, directly advancing infrastructure modernization.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill authorizes $1.5M in bonds to fund technology upgrades for expanding municipal veterans services programs, directly supporting veteran services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Memorials & Recognition Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · Connecticut · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 5232: AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR A YOUTH BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL INDOOR TRAINING FACILITY IN THE TOWN OF MANCHESTER.

HB 5232 authorizes the state to issue up to $500,000 in bonds to fund a youth baseball and softball indoor training facility in Manchester. The funds would be provided as a grant to Manchester through the Department of Economic and Community Development for construction. This bill directly supports Manchester youth by creating a dedicated after-school facility for sports training, with no broader policy changes beyond this specific funding mechanism.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $500k in state bonds for a public youth sports facility, directly allocating government funds for community infrastructure per budget mechanism.85% confidence

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