Connecticut Legislative Analysis
Your personalized snapshot of what's moving in Connecticut: key legislation, voting activity, and bills that matter.
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What you need to know about Connecticut right now
Recent Vote
HB05013 voted 36-0 in the Senate
Education Bill to Watch
HB05009: An Act Requiring Schools To Meet Recommended Best Practices Regarding …
Hot Topics
Taxes and Housing legislation seeing the most activity this session
50
Bills Tracked
41
Introduced
7
Passed
0
Enacted
Why This Matters
How Connecticut legislation affects you
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Connecticut's legislature is actively considering 50 bills this session, with key policy areas driving the most activity.
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Tax bills could impact your income, property taxes, or business deductions.
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Housing legislation may affect rent prices, tenant rights, or zoning in your neighborhood.
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Legislative momentum is building: 7 passed at least one chamber. These changes take effect soon.
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Residents should stay informed on legislative changes that could affect daily life or business operations.
Connecticut Quick Guide
Common questions about Connecticut legislation
Who represents me in Connecticut?
Who represents me in Connecticut?
Governor
Ned Lamont
Attorney General
William Tong
Secretary of State
Hon. Stephanie Thomas
How does Connecticut's legislature work?
How does Connecticut's legislature work?
Connecticut's legislature consists of two chambers: the State Senate and the State Assembly/House. Bills must pass both chambers before reaching the Governor's desk. Currently tracking 50 bills in this session.
What are the top issues in Connecticut right now?
What are the top issues in Connecticut right now?
Based on recent legislative activity, the most active topics are: Taxes, Housing, Education. Use the filters below to explore bills by topic.
How do I stay updated on Connecticut legislation?
How do I stay updated on Connecticut legislation?
This digest is updated regularly as bills progress. Major actions like committee votes, floor votes, and gubernatorial action are captured within hours. Bookmark this page or sign up for alerts to track specific bills.
Connecticut at a Glance
Current session overview
50
Total Bills
41
Introduced
7
Passed
0
Enacted
Legislative Progress
Bills moving through the process
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Recent bills in Connecticut
50 bills match your filter • Always verify the official text
HB05013
An Act Adding Certain Plants To The Invasive Plants List.
Last action: Jul 08, 2025
To prohibit the sale, use and distribution of certain invasive plants in the state.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Environment Committee
- Voted 36-0 in the Senate
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
May 13, 2025Senate
Jun 04, 2025HB05004
An Act Concerning The Protection Of The Environment And The Development Of Renewable Energy Sources And Associated Job Sectors.
Last action: Jul 01, 2025
To protect the state's environment while providing for the development of renewable energy sources and related job sectors in a manner that reduces costs connected with such protections and development.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Environment Committee
- Voted 26-10 in the Senate
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
May 01, 2025Senate
Jun 04, 2025HB05001
An Act Concerning The Quality And Delivery Of Special Education Services In Connecticut.
Last action: Jun 23, 2025
To improve the quality and delivery of special education services.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Education Committee
- Voted 35-0 in the Senate
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
May 29, 2025Senate
Jun 02, 2025HB05002
An Act Concerning Housing And The Needs Of Homeless Persons.
Last action: Jun 23, 2025
To lower housing costs, increase housing options and better support homeless persons.
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Key Points
- Sponsored by Housing Committee
- Voted 20-15 in the Senate
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
Senate
May 31, 2025HB05003
An Act Concerning Early Childhood Care And Education.
Last action: Jun 23, 2025
To make use of the Early Childhood Care and Education Fund to fund early care and education programs and initiatives in the state.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Committee on Children
- Voted 36-0 in the Senate
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
May 31, 2025Senate
Jun 02, 2025HB05019
An Act Establishing Extended Producer Responsibility For Consumer Batteries.
Last action: Jun 10, 2025
To establish an extended producer responsibility program for consumer batteries sold and distributed in the state.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Environment Committee
- Voted 35-1 in the Senate
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
May 20, 2025Senate
May 28, 2025HB05008
An Act Establishing The Connecticut-puerto Rico Trade Commission.
Last action: Jun 03, 2025
To establish a Connecticut-Puerto Rico Trade Commission.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Commerce Committee
- Voted 36-0 in the Senate
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
May 08, 2025Senate
May 21, 2025HB05015
An Act Authorizing Spin-off Companies For Employees Of The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station.
Last action: May 29, 2025
To place employees of the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station on the same footing as similar employees of The University of Connecticut when it comes to spin-off companies from inventions or discoveries made by such employees.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Environment Committee
- Voted 35-0 in the Senate
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
May 08, 2025Senate
May 20, 2025HB05012
An Act Prohibiting The Practice Of Shark Finning.
Last action: May 13, 2025
To prohibit the practice of shark finning.
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Key Points
- Sponsored by Environment Committee
- Voted 148-0 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
May 13, 2025HB05005
An Act Concerning Funding For The Training Of Law Enforcement Officers In Crime Scene Processing.
Last action: Jan 08, 2025
To provide advanced crime scene processing training to law enforcement officers.
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Key Points
- This bill has been introduced and is in early stages of consideration
- Sponsored by Greg Howard (Republican)
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Sources & neutrality
Sources used
- LegiScan (bill metadata, roll calls, links)
- NGA (governor roster)
- NAAG (attorney general roster)
- NASS (chief election official roster)
- Open States (legislator roster)
Disclaimer
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