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10/6/2009

Updated List of 2009 Public and Special Acts by Act Number

The Connecticut General Assembly Legislative Commissioners' Office has updated its list of all the 2009 Public and Special Acts by Act Number to include the public acts from the September 2009 Special Session.

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9/25/2009

New Legislation Effective October 1st

The Connecticut General Assembly has listed the laws becoming effective October 1st.

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8/25/2009

Connecticut State Agencies - 2009 Legislative Summaries

A few Connecticut state agencies have published 2009 legislative summaries:

Commission on Aging

Legislative Session 2009 (PDF - see page 6 for summary)

Commission on Children

Children’s Legislation of the 2009 Connecticut General Assembly (PDF)

Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities

2009 CHRO Legislative Summary (Doc)

Department of Agriculture

2009 DOA Legislative Session Summary

Department of Banking

2009 Banking and Related Legislation

Department of Developmental Services

2009 DDS Legislative Summary (PDF)

Department of Insurance

2009 CID Legislative Summary and Bulletin HC-70-09 - New or Modified Benefits Required To Be Provided (2009 Public Acts) (PDF)

Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services

2009 Legislative Updates

The Office of Legislative Research also publishes summaries of new laws affecting various subjects, including municipalities, children, energy and utilities, health care, environment, real estate, insurance, seniors, and veterans. They also publish OLR Major Acts (2009), a summary of selected acts.

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7/13/2009

2009 Vetoed Public Acts

The Office of Legislative Research has released its 2009 Veto Package.

2009 Veto Package (2009-R-0232).
"The governor vetoed the following Acts (18 public acts and two special acts)...

A vetoed act will not become law unless it is reconsidered and passed again by a two-thirds vote of each house of the General Assembly. The legislature is scheduled to meet for a veto session on July 20.

This report is in two sections: regular and June special sessions. It contains a brief summary of each act, the final vote tallies, and excerpts from the governor's veto messages."

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6/30/2009

List of 2009 Public and Special Acts by Act Number

The Connecticut General Assembly Legislative Commissioners' Office has posted a list of all the 2009 Public and Special Acts by Act Number.

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6/29/2009

2009 Public Acts 233 to 243

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Public Act 09-233

AN ACT CONCERNING INTERNATIONAL COMMERCE AND CERTAIN DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT REPORTS.

Public Act 09-234

AN ACT CONCERNING CHANGES TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STATUTES AND INFRASTRUCTURE ENHANCEMENTS AT THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SUBMARINE BASE-NEW LONDON.

Public Act 09-235

AN ACT CONCERNING BROWNFIELDS DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS.

Public Act 09-236

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A LAND VALUE TAXATION PILOT PROGRAM.

Public Act 09-237

AN ACT CONCERNING MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIRS.

Public Act 09-238

AN ACT CONCERNING A COLLINSVILLE HYDROELECTRIC FACILITY.

Public Act 09-239

AN ACT CONCERNING CONSUMER PRIVACY AND IDENTITY THEFT.

Public Act 09-240

AN ACT REQUIRING DISCLOSURE OF AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICY LIMITS PRIOR TO THE FILING OF A CLAIM.

Public Act 09-241

AN ACT CONCERNING LONGITUDINAL STUDIES OF STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT.

Public Act 09-242

AN ACT CONCERNING SEXUAL ACTIVITY BETWEEN SCHOOL WORKERS AND STUDENTS AND INCLUDING SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENTS AS MANDATED REPORTERS OF CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT.

Public Act 09-243

AN ACT CONCERNING INTERRUPTION OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICE, SCRAP METAL PROCESSORS AND MOTOR VEHICLE RECYCLERS.

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6/23/2009

2009 Public Acts 225-232

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Public Act 09-225

AN ACT CONCERNING AMENDMENTS TO THE UNIFORM COMMON INTEREST OWNERSHIP ACT.

Public Act 09-226

AN ACT EXEMPTING REGIONAL PLANNING ORGANIZATIONS FROM PAYMENT OF LOCAL PROPERTY TAXES.

Public Act 09-227

AN ACT CONCERNING SCHOOL INSPECTION REPORTS.

Public Act 09-228

AN ACT CONCERNING A PET LEMON LAW AND THE RELEASE OF RABIES VACCINATION RECORDS TO ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICERS.

Public Act 09-229

AN ACT CONCERNING MILK PRODUCERS, MILK AND MILK PRODUCTS, AGRICULTURAL NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND THE MODERNIZATION OF CONNECTICUT FERTILIZER LAW.

Public Act 09-230

AN ACT CONCERNING SMART GROWTH AND THE STATE PLAN OF CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT POLICIES PLAN.

Public Act 09-231

AN ACT CONCERNING REGIONALISM.

Public Act 09-232

AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH LICENSING STATUTES.

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6/22/2009

2009 Public Acts 210 to 224

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Public Act 09-210

AN ACT CONCERNING PERSONAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS, PURCHASE OF SERVICE CONTRACTS AND NONEMERGENCY MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES.

Public Act 09-211

AN ACT CONCERNING INDIVIDUAL AUTHORIZATIONS FOR BENEFICIAL USE OF SOLID WASTE.

Public Act 09-212

AN ACT CONCERNING MEDICAL FOUNDATIONS AND MEDICAL GROUP CLINIC CORPORATIONS.

Public Act 09-213

AN ACT CONCERNING LAND RECORDS.

Public Act 09-214

AN ACT REQUIRING CONSENSUS REVENUE ESTIMATES.

Public Act 09-215

AN ACT CONCERNING THE TIME LIMIT FOR ENFORCING A STATE COURT JUDGMENT IN A FOREIGN JURISDICTION.

Public Act 09-216

AN ACT CONCERNING ACCELERATED BENEFITS OF LIFE INSURANCE POLICIES.

Public Act 09-217

AN ACT EXTENDING THE SUNSET DATE FOR PERSONAL RISK INSURANCE RATE FILINGS.

Public Act 09-218

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A CODE OF CONDUCT FOR THE TRANSACTIONS BETWEEN NATURAL GAS DISTRIBUTION COMPANIES AND THEIR AFFILIATES, PREVENTING PROPANE TERMINATIONS FOR CERTAIN CUSTOMERS AND CONCERNING THE STATE'S ENERGY ASSESSMENT.

Public Act 09-219

AN ACT CONCERNING THE EMERGENCY MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.

Public Act 09-220

AN ACT CONCERNING ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH.

Public Act 09-221

AN ACT ESTABLISHING CONNECTICUT HERITAGE AREAS.

Public Act 09-222

AN ACT CONCERNING SOLICITATION OF CLIENTS, PATIENTS OR CUSTOMERS.

Public Act 09-223

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A CORRECTIONAL STAFF HEALTH AND SAFETY SUBCOMMITTEE OF THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE POLICY ADVISORY COMMISSION.

Public Act 09-224

AN ACT CONCERNING GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION AND THE DESIGNATION OF CERTAIN DAYS AND MONTHS BY THE GOVERNOR.

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6/19/2009

2009 Public Acts 195 to 209

Click on the new legislation category located on the left column of the NewsLog to view the other 2009 public acts posts. To determine if a public act has been vetoed, check the bill history or the Governor's 2009 legislative information page, which links to the current bulletins.

Public Act 09-195

AN ACT CONCERNING LOCAL SHELLFISH COMMISSIONS AND THE TRANSFER OF COMMERCIAL FISHING LICENSES.

Public Act 09-196

AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL ASSESSMENTS AND ASSESSMENT APPEALS.

Public Act 09-197

AN ACT CONCERNING LICENSING OF ADOLESCENT SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT FACILITIES AND MATERNITY HOMES.

Public Act 09-198

AN ACT BANNING THE POSSESSION OF POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS ANIMALS AND THE IMPORTATION, POSSESSION AND LIBERATION OF CERTAIN WILD ANIMALS, ALLOWING THE IMPORTATION OF REINDEER AND BANNING INTERNET HUNTING.

Public Act 09-199

AN ACT CONCERNING NOTIFICATION OF THE RELEASE OF A REGISTERED SEXUAL OFFENDER INTO THE COMMUNITY.

Public Act 09-200

AN ACT CONCERNING THE SALES TAX LIABILITY OF ASPHALT MANUFACTURERS.

Public Act 09-201

AN ACT CONCERNING MURDER AND INHERITANCE.

Public Act 09-202

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TAX CREDIT FOR GREEN BUILDINGS.

Public Act 09-203

AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN PARCELS OF STATE LAND.

Public Act 09-204

AN ACT CONCERNING CONTRACTS BETWEEN HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS AND CONTRACTING HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS.

Public Act 09-205

AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE PROGRAM REVIEW AND INVESTIGATIONS COMMITTEE CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.

Public Act 09-206

AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH CARE COST CONTROL INITIATIVES.

Public Act 09-207

AN ACT CONCERNING MORTGAGE PRACTICES.

Public Act 09-208

AN ACT CONCERNING CONSUMER CREDIT LICENSEES.

Public Act 09-209

AN ACT CONCERNING IMPLEMENTATION OF THE S.A.F.E. MORTGAGE LICENSING ACT, THE EMERGENCY MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, FORECLOSURE PROCEDURES AND TECHNICAL REVISIONS TO THE BANKING STATUTES.

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6/16/2009

2009 Public Acts 187 to 194

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Public Act 09-187

AN ACT CONCERNING THE FUNCTIONS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES.

Public Act 09-188

AN ACT CONCERNING WELLNESS PROGRAMS AND EXPANSION OF HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE.

Public Act 09-189

AN ACT CONCERNING REPOSSESSION OF MOTOR VEHICLES FROM RETAIL BUYERS.

Public Act 09-190

AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROCESSING OF MUNICIPAL APPLICATIONS FOR STATE PERMITS.

Public Act 09-191

AN ACT CONCERNING THE PENALTY FOR ENGAGING A POLICE OFFICER IN PURSUIT AND ASSAULTING A PUBLIC TRANSIT EMPLOYEE.

Public Act 09-192

AN ACT CONCERNING GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS.

Public Act 09-193

AN ACT CONCERNING THE FORFEITURE OF PROPERTY OBTAINED BY SECURITIES FRAUD.

Public Act 09-194

AN ACT CONCERNING THE POLICIES, PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES AND A PILOT PROGRAM TO INCREASE PUBLIC ACCESS TO JUVENILE PROCEEDINGS.

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6/12/2009

2009 Public Acts 168 to 186

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Public Act 09-168

AN ACT CONCERNING THE NURSING HOME BILL OF RIGHTS.

Public Act 09-169

AN ACT CONCERNING THE CREATION OF A TRUST FOR THE CARE OF AN ANIMAL.

Public Act 09-170

AN ACT CONCERNING UNITED STATES SENATE VACANCIES.

Public Act 09-171

AN ACT PROHIBITING BLOCKING THE BOX.

Public Act 09-172

AN ACT CONCERNING CONNECTICUT INNOVATIONS, INCORPORATED.

Public Act 09-173

AN ACT AUTHORIZING SPECIAL DISTRICTS TO MAINTAIN WATER QUALITY IN LAKES, STATE LAND WHERE HUNTING IS PERMITTED, THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MARINE WATERS FISHING LICENSE AND THE TAKING OF SHELLFISH IN WESTPORT.

Public Act 09-174

AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF A CERTIFICATE, PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION OR ADVERTISING IN ADVISING SENIOR CITIZENS.

Public Act 09-175

AN ACT CONCERNING RESPONSIBLE FATHERHOOD AND STRONG FAMILIES.

Public Act 09-176

AN ACT CONCERNING THE DISABLED VETERANS' PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION.

Public Act 09-177

AN ACT CONCERNING TECHNICAL CHANGES TO TITLE 29 TO INCORPORATE THE STATE FIRE PREVENTION CODE.

Public Act 09-178

AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN APPEAL PROCEDURES.

Public Act 09-179

AN ACT CONCERNING REVIEWS OF HEALTH INSURANCE BENEFITS MANDATED IN THIS STATE.

Public Act 09-180

AN ACT PRESERVING CERTAIN HORSE TRAILS.

Public Act 09-181

AN ACT CONCERNING EXTENDING THE TIME OF EXPIRATION OF CERTAIN LAND USE PERMITS.

Public Act 09-182

AN ACT CONCERNING THE UNLICENSED PRACTICE OF MASSAGE THERAPY.

Public Act 09-183

AN ACT CONCERNING THE STANDARD WAGE FOR CERTAIN CONNECTICUT WORKERS.

Public Act 09-184

AN ACT CONCERNING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS, IN-STATE MICRO BUSINESSES AND THE STANDARD WAGE.

Public Act 09-185

AN ACT CONCERNING PROCEEDINGS AND OPERATIONS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES AND THE DISCLOSURE OF ADOPTION INFORMATION.

Public Act 09-186

AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.

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6/11/2009

2009 Public Acts 151 to 167

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Public Act 09-151

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A BI-STATE LONG ISLAND SOUND COMMISSION.

Public Act 09-152

AN ACT CONCERNING THE INTEREST EARNED ON LAWYERS' CLIENTS' FUNDS ACCOUNT PROGRAM AND THE TRANSFER OF CERTAIN COURT FEES TO FUND SUCH PROGRAM.

Public Act 09-153

AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL ENFORCEMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE LAWS AND DEFINING MILLWRIGHT WORK.

Public Act 09-154

AN ACT IMPROVING BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN ACCESS.

Public Act 09-155

AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF ASTHMATIC INHALERS AND EPINEPHRINE AUTO-INJECTORS WHILE AT SCHOOL.

Public Act 09-156

AN ACT CONCERNING TIME SHARES.

Public Act 09-157

AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO HEALTH AND NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION IN RESTAURANTS.

Public Act 09-158

AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN STATE CONTRACTING NONDISCRIMINATION REQUIREMENTS.

Public Act 09-159

AN ACT CONCERNING GRADUATE PROGRAMS AT CHARTER OAK STATE COLLEGE, THE KIRKLYN M. KERR GRANT PROGRAM AND VETERAN TUITION WAIVERS.

Public Act 09-160

AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY INVESTMENT ACT.

Public Act 09-161

AN ACT CONCERNING SAFE HARBOR PROVISIONS FOR REVOLVING LOANS.

Public Act 09-162

AN ACT CONCERNING TEMPORARY LEAVE ORDERS ISSUED BY THE PSYCHIATRIC SECURITY REVIEW BOARD.

Public Act 09-163

AN ACT CONCERNING THE MILITARY FAMILY RELIEF FUND.

Public Act 09-164

AN ACT MITIGATING FIRE LOSSES FOR HOMEOWNERS AND BUSINESS OWNERS.

Public Act 09-165

AN ACT CONCERNING PROJECTS OF REGIONAL SIGNIFICANCE.

Public Act 09-166

AN ACT CONCERNING A PROGRAM REVIEW AND INVESTIGATIONS COMMITTEE PILOT PROGRAM UTILIZING RESULTS-BASED ACCOUNTABILITY.

Public Act 09-167

AN ACT CONCERNING CREDIT CARD OFFERS ON COLLEGE CAMPUSES.

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6/9/2009

2009 Public Acts 137 to 150

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Public Act 09-137

AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL FIRE POLICE OFFICERS.

Public Act 09-138

AN ACT CONCERNING LARCENY.

Public Act 09-139

AN ACT CONCERNING THE APPOINTMENT OF FAMILY SUPPORT MAGISTRATES.

Public Act 09-140

AN ACT CONCERNING BOATING SAFETY.

Public Act 09-141

AN ACT CONCERNING FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT AND USE OF MILL PROPERTIES.

Public Act 09-142

AN ACT CONCERNING THE SHARING OF INFORMATION BETWEEN THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES AND THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES.

Public Act 09-143

AN ACT CONCERNING THE REPORTING OF TRUANCY DATA AND THE REDUCTION OF CERTAIN DUPLICATE REPORTS BY THE DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY.

Public Act 09-144

AN ACT CONCERNING NEIGHBORHOOD PROTECTION.

Public Act 09-145

AN ACT CONCERNING TECHNICAL CHANGES TO THE STATUTES REGARDING PERSONS WITH PSYCHIATRIC DISABILITIES AND PERSONS WITH SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS.

Public Act 09-146

AN ACT CONCERNING CONSTRUCTION CHANGE ORDERS.

Public Act 09-147

AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE CONNECTICUT HEALTHCARE PARTNERSHIP.

Public Act 09-148

AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE SUSTINET PLAN.

Public Act 09-149

AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM REVIEW AND INVESTIGATIONS COMMITTEE CONCERNING SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT FOR ADULTS.

Public Act 09-150

AN ACT CONCERNING PHARMACY ERRORS AND PHARMACY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES.

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6/5/2009

2009 Public Acts 123 to 136

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Public Act 09-123

AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF CERTAIN PRESCRIPTION DRUG HISTORY AS AN UNDERWRITING TOOL TO DENY INDIVIDUAL HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE.

Public Act 09-124

AN ACT CLARIFYING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR STEPCHILDREN.

Public Act 09-125

AN ACT CONCERNING ULTRASOUND PROCEDURES FOR MEDICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC PURPOSES.

Public Act 09-126

AN ACT CONCERNING EMPLOYER HEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUM PAYMENTS FOR TERMINATED EMPLOYEES.

Public Act 09-127

AN ACT CONCERNING DISCLOSURE OF HISTORIC DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS AND LEASED ITEMS TO PROSPECTIVE PURCHASERS OF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY.

Public Act 09-128

AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF LONG-TERM ANTIBIOTICS FOR THE TREATMENT OF LYME DISEASE.

Public Act 09-129

AN ACT CONCERNING CUSTOMER ACCESS TO RESTROOMS IN RETAIL ESTABLISHMENTS.

Public Act 09-130

AN ACT CONCERNING NURSES PURSUING ADVANCED DEGREES.

Public Act 09-131

AN ACT CONCERNING SCHOOL CRISIS RESPONSE DRILLS AND FIRE DRILLS.

Public Act 09-132

AN ACT CONCERNING ADDITIONAL OFF-TRACK BETTING BRANCH FACILITIES.

Public Act 09-133

AN ACT CONCERNING REVISIONS TO THE HIV TESTING CONSENT LAW.

Public Act 09-134

AN ACT CONCERNING DISCLOSURE OF INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS IN EQUIPMENT LEASES.

Public Act 09-135

AN ACT CLARIFYING POSTCLAIMS UNDERWRITING.

Public Act 09-136

AN ACT CONCERNING PRESCRIPTION EYE DROP REFILLS.

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6/3/2009

2009 Public Acts 112 to 122

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Public Act 09-112

AN ACT PROHIBITING THE ACQUISITION OR USE OF CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND AS ASH RESIDUE DISPOSAL AREAS AND CONCERNING THE OPERATION OF A FOOD-WASTE-TO-ENERGY PLANT.

Public Act 09-113

AN ACT CONCERNING PAINTBALL SAFETY.

Public Act 09-114

AN ACT CONCERNING PROBATE COURT REFORMS AND ESTABLISHING A PROBATE REDISTRICTING COMMISSION.

Public Act 09-115

AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS.

Public Act 09-116

AN ACT CONCERNING THE ASSESSMENT OF AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY FOR VIOLATING REGULATIONS CONCERNING PRIVATE OCCUPATIONAL SCHOOLS.

Public Act 09-117

AN ACT CONCERNING ELIGIBILITY FOR BENEFITS FOR VETERANS IN SERVICE IN TIME OF WAR.

Public Act 09-118

AN ACT CONCERNING THE RIGHT TO A HEARING IN THE RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM AND TRANSITIONARY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.

Public Act 09-119

AN ACT CONCERNING CHARITABLE DONATION BINS.

Public Act 09-120

AN ACT CONCERNING THE IMPOUNDMENT OF VEHICLES USED FOR ILLEGAL STREET RACING.

Public Act 09-121

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A "MOVE OVER" LAW IN CONNECTICUT.

Public Act 09-122

AN ACT ELIMINATING SURETY BOND REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL UNDERGROUND HEATING OIL TANK REMOVAL OR REPLACEMENT CONTRACTORS.

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6/2/2009

2009 Public Acts 106 to 111

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Public Act 09-106

AN ACT PROTECTING THE INTEGRITY OF CONN-OSHA INVESTIGATIONS.

Public Act 09-107

AN ACT CONCERNING THE PENALTY FOR A CAPITAL FELONY.

Public Act 09-108

AN ACT CONCERNING TRAINING IN PAIN MANAGEMENT.

Public Act 09-109

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SILVER ALERT SYSTEM.

Public Act 09-110

AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDENT LOAN GUARANTEE PROGRAM RESERVE FUND.

Public Act 09-111

AN ACT CONCERNING A STATE DEFICIT MITIGATION PLAN FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2009.

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5/29/2009

2009 Public Acts 77 - 105

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Public Act 09-77

AN ACT CONCERNING STATE-WIDE HEALTH CARE FACILITY PLANNING.

Public Act 09-78

AN ACT SHIELDING FIRE DEPARTMENTS THAT INSTALL SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS FROM LIABILITY.

Public Act 09-79

AN ACT CONCERNING COMPETENCY TO STAND TRIAL.

Public Act 09-80

AN ACT CONCERNING MEMBERSHIP ON REGIONAL PLANNING AGENCIES.

Public Act 09-81

AN ACT CONCERNING GREEN CLEANING PRODUCTS IN SCHOOLS.

Public Act 09-82

AN ACT CONCERNING READMISSION OF STUDENTS.

Public Act 09-83

AN ACT INCREASING THE PENALTY FOR FOREIGN CORPORATIONS AND OTHER ENTITIES THAT TRANSACT BUSINESS OR CONDUCT AFFAIRS IN THIS STATE WITHOUT AUTHORITY.

Public Act 09-84

AN ACT CONCERNING PROBATION SUPERVISION FEES.

Public Act 09-85

AN ACT CONCERNING A DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT REGISTRY CHECK FOR APPLICANTS OF EMPLOYMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES OR THE DEPARTMENT'S PROVIDERS.

Public Act 09-86

AN ACT CONCERNING AN ENHANCED 9-1-1 SERVICE DATABASE.

Public Act 09-87

AN ACT CONCERNING AFFIRMATIVE ACTION AND CONTRACTING PROCEDURES FOR THE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT OF HARTFORD COUNTY.

Public Act 09-88

AN ACT CONCERNING WORKERS' COMPENSATION PREMIUMS AND VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE COMPANIES.

Public Act 09-89

AN ACT CONCERNING INTEREST ON CHARGES FOR SEWER SYSTEM EXPANSION.

Public Act 09-90

AN ACT CONCERNING THE AWARD OF RIBBONS AND MEDALS TO VETERANS FOR SERVICE IN TIME OF WAR AND CONCERNING FUNERAL HONOR GUARDS FOR DECEASED STATE OFFICERS AND MEMBERS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY.

Public Act 09-91

AN ACT NAMING THE STATE'S SHELLFISH RESEARCH VESSEL THE "JOHN H. VOLK".

Public Act 09-92

AN ACT CONCERNING THE AUTHORITY OF PLANNING COMMISSIONS TO APPROVE MUNICIPAL ROAD IMPROVEMENTS.

Public Act 09-93

AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEFINITION OF MEDIAN INCOME IN ENTERPRISE ZONES FOR ASSESSMENT PURPOSES.

Public Act 09-94

AN ACT CONCERNING THE AVAILABILITY OF AUTOMATIC EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATORS IN SCHOOLS.

Public Act 09-95

AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT HEALTH INFORMATION NETWORK.

Pubilc Act 09-96

AN ACT CONCERNING "STUCK KIDS".

Public Act 09-97

AN ACT CONCERNING THE PURCHASE OF LAND OPTIONS BY THE ROUTE 11 GREENWAY AUTHORITY COMMISSION.

Public Act 09-98

AN ACT LIMITING CANCELLATION FEES FOR AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE POLICYHOLDERS WHO CANCEL THEIR POLICIES MID-TERM.

Public Act 09-99

AN ACT CONCERNING PRIVATE OCCUPATIONAL SCHOOLS.

Public Act 09-100

AN ACT CONCERNING BRANCHING AND AUTHORITY TO IMPLEMENT THE NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT.

Public Act 09-101

AN ACT CONCERNING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF CERTAIN PERSONNEL FILES STATUTES AND EQUAL PAY FOR EQUAL WORK.

Public Act 09-102

AN ACT CONCERNING THE REGULATION OF CHARITABLE FUNDS.

Public Act 09-103

AN ACT CONCERNING BANNING BISPHENOL-A IN CHILDREN'S PRODUCTS AND FOOD PRODUCTS.

Public Act 09-104

AN ACT CONCERNING EVIDENCE OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE FOR CONTRACTORS ON PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS.

Public Act 09-105

AN ACT CONCERNING MARINE DEALERS, MARINE SURVEYORS AND YACHT BROKERS.

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5/22/2009

2009 Public Acts 70 to 76

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Public Act 09-70

AN ACT CONCERNING UPDATES TO THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT.

Public Act 09-71

AN ACT CONCERNING STATE CHARTERED BANKS.

Public Act 09-72

AN ACT CONCERNING NOTIFICATION OF UNDERINSURED MOTORIST CONVERSION COVERAGE AND THE RECOVERY OF COLLISION DEDUCTIBLE IN A SUBROGATION ACTION.

Public Act 09-73

AN ACT CONCERNING THE ELIGIBILITY OF PERSONS LIVING IN RESIDENTIAL CARE HOMES FOR STATE SUPPLEMENT ASSISTANCE.

Public Act 09-74

AN ACT CONCERNING THE LEGISLATIVE COMMISSIONERS' RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TECHNICAL REVISIONS TO THE INSURANCE STATUTES.

Public Act 09-75

AN ACT CONCERNING THE ALZHEIMER'S RESPITE CARE PROGRAM.

Public Act 09-76

AN ACT CONCERNING EXPOSURE TO INFECTIOUS DISEASES AND EMERGENCY RESPONDERS.

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5/20/2009

2009 Public Acts 60 to 69

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Public Act 09-60

AN ACT CONCERNING A MUNICIPAL OPTION TO DELAY REVALUATIONS, A PROGRAM ALLOWING REGIONAL REVALUATIONS, AND THE REPEAL OF THE MUNICIPAL OPTION TO MAKE ANNUAL ADJUSTMENTS IN PROPERTY VALUES.

Public Act 09-61

AN ACT CONCERNING THE TAX INCREMENTAL FINANCING PROGRAM.

Public Act 09-62

AN ACT PROHIBITING THE TRANSFER OF MACHINE GUNS TO MINORS.

Public Act 09-63

AN ACT CONCERNING THE TENDER YEARS EXCEPTION TO THE HEARSAY EVIDENCE RULE.

Public Act 09-64

AN ACT CONCERNING PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANCE SERVICES UNDER THE CONNECTICUT HOME CARE PROGRAM FOR THE ELDERLY.

Public Act 09-65

AN ACT CONCERNING THE OFFICE OF PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.

Public Act 09-66

AN ACT PROVIDING STATE-FUNDED MEDICAL COVERAGE TO CHILDREN IN THE CARE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES.

Public Act 09-67

AN ACT CONCERNING NOTIFICATION TO THE OFFICE OF PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES OF DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION SERVICES CLIENT DEATHS.

Public Act 09-68

AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT ANTITRUST ACT.

Public Act 09-69

AN ACT CONCERNING APPEALS BY WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSIONERS OF DECISIONS OF THE JUDICIAL REVIEW COUNCIL.

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5/18/2009

2009 Public Acts 50 to 59

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Public Act 09-50

AN ACT MAKING REVISIONS TO CHAPTER 739 OF THE GENERAL STATUTES WITH RESPECT TO AUTOMOBILE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS, FRANCHISES AND DEALERSHIPS.

Public Act 09-51

AN ACT REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR WOUND CARE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH EPIDERMOLYSIS BULLOSA.

Public Act 09-52

AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE INVASIVE PLANT COUNCIL.

Public Act 09-53

AN ACT CONCERNING DISCLOSURE OF ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT PROGRAMS.

Public Act 09-54

AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF HAND-HELD MOBILE TELEPHONES BY MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES WHILE OPERATING A MOTOR VEHICLE.

Public Act 09-55

AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONNECTICUT BUSINESS CORPORATION ACT.

Public Act 09-56

AN ACT CONCERNING PESTICIDE APPLICATIONS AT CHILD DAY CARE CENTERS AND SCHOOLS.

Public Act 09-57

AN ACT CONFIRMING AND ADOPTING VOLUMES 1 TO 13, INCLUSIVE, OF THE GENERAL STATUTES, REVISED TO 2009, AND CONCERNING STATUTORY REFERENCES.

Public Act 09-58

AN ACT CONCERNING THERAPEUTIC CONTACT LENSES.

Public Act 09-59

AN ACT CONCERNING AUTOMATIC EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATORS.

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5/15/2009

2009 Public Acts 29 to 49

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Public Act 09-29

AN ACT CONCERNING THE CLIENT SECURITY FUND.

Public Act 09-30

AN ACT CONCERNING NOTIFICATION OF CONTAMINANTS IN DRINKING WATER.

Public Act 09-31

AN ACT CONCERNING UTILITY SERVICE TERMINATION.

Public Act 09-32

AN ACT CONCERNING EFFICIENCY STANDARDS FOR RESIDENTIAL AUTOMATIC LAWN SPRINKLER SYSTEMS.

Public Act 09-33

AN ACT CONCERNING CONFIDENTIALITY OF CERTAIN EMPLOYER DATA.

Public Act 09-34

AN ACT AUTHORIZING CASH PRIZES FOR BLOWER BALL GAMES.

Public Act 09-35

AN ACT CONCERNING THE INSPECTION OF ELEVATORS, THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE AND LOCAL FIRE MARSHALS, THE REGULATION OF EXPLOSIVES AND OTHER TECHNICAL CHANGES.

Public Act 09-36

AN ACT CONCERNING THE VOTING RIGHTS OF CERTAIN SEVENTEEN YEAR OLD PERSONS.

Public Act 09-37

AN ACT CONCERNING THE RELEASE OF BIOLOGIC MATERIAL FOR GENETIC TESTING.

Public Act 09-38

AN ACT CONCERNING THE RESIGNATION OR ABSENCE OF AN AGENT FOR SERVICE OF PROCESS FOR CERTAIN BUSINESS ENTITIES.

Public Act 09-39

AN ACT CONCERNING THE REPORTING OF INMATE POPULATION DENSITY AND CORRECTIONAL FACILITY SPECIFIC DATA.

Public Act 09-40

AN ACT CONCERNING HOUSING DEVELOPMENT IN ENTERPRISE ZONES.

Public Act 09-41

AN ACT REQUIRING COMMUNICATION OF MAMMOGRAPHIC BREAST DENSITY INFORMATION TO PATIENTS.

Public Act 09-42

AN ACT CONCERNING APPOINTMENTS TO THE FARM WINE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL.

Public Act 09-43

AN ACT CONCERNING TECHNICAL CHANGES TO THE CALCULATION OF COST OF LIVING ALLOWANCES FOR MEMBERS OF THE TEACHERS' RETIREMENT SYSTEM.

Public Act 09-44

AN ACT CONCERNING CLAIMS AGAINST THE STATE.

Public Act 09-45

AN ACT CONCERNING THE RECOMMENDATIONS BY THE LEGISLATIVE COMMISSIONERS FOR TECHNICAL REVISIONS TO THE EDUCATION STATUTES.

Public Act 09-46

AN ACT CONCERNING THE CONSUMER REPORT CARD.

Public Act 09-47

AN ACT CONCERNING THE SALE OF CIDER AND APPLE WINE, WINE FESTIVALS AND THE HOURS OF OPERATION OF FARM WINERIES.

Public Act 09-48

AN ACT CONCERNING DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL TRANSACTION CONTROLS.

Public Act 09-49

AN ACT CONCERNING EXTERNAL APPEALS OF ADVERSE DETERMINATIONS BY A MANAGED CARE ORGANIZATION, HEALTH INSURER OR UTILIZATION REVIEW COMPANY.

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5/7/2009

2009 Public Acts 16 to 28

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Public Act 09-16

AN ACT CONCERNING PATIENT SAFETY.

Public Act 09-17

AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATUS OF THE MONEY FOLLOWS THE PERSON PROJECT.

Public Act 09-18

AN ACT CONCERNING DISCLOSURES BY HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTORS AND NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS.

Public Act 09-19

AN ACT REQUIRING SMALL BUSINESS IMPACT ANALYSES FOR PROPOSED REGULATIONS.

Public Act 09-20

AN ACT REQUIRING THE ADMINISTRATION OF A SCREENING TEST FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS TO NEWBORN INFANTS.

Public Act 09-21

AN ACT CONCERNING THE PRACTICE OF ACUPUNCTURE.

Public Act 09-22

AN ACT CONCERNING THE PRACTICE OF PHARMACY AND ELECTRONIC PRESCRIPTIONS.

Public Act 09-23

AN ACT CONCERNING SURETY BONDS FOR DEBT ADJUSTERS.

Public Act 09-24

AN ACT AMENDING THE EXTENDED WARRANTY STATUTES.

Public Act 09-25

AN ACT CONCERNING CERTIFIED PAYROLLS.

Public Act 09-26

AN ACT CONCERNING ACCESS TO THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFORMATION SYSTEM.

Public Act 09-27

AN ACT CONCERNING MUTUAL AID OR MOBILE SUPPORT UNITS AND NUCLEAR SAFETY EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PROGRAM PLANS.

Public Act 09-28

AN ACT CONCERNING THE INTERNATIONAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ASSISTANCE COMPACT.

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4/30/2009

2009 Public Acts 01 to 15

We will be posting links to new public acts once they are assigned public act numbers.

Public Act 09-01

AN ACT CONCERNING DEFICIT MITIGATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2009.

Public Act 09-02

AN ACT CONCERNING DEFICIT MITIGATION MEASURES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2009.

Public Act 09-03

AN ACT CONCERNING CERTAIN STATE PROGRAMS AND THE AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT OF 2009.

Public Act 09-04

AN ACT CONCERNING RETIREMENT FROM MILITARY SERVICE.

Public Act 09-05

AN ACT CONCERNING THE PLACEMENT OF UNITED STATES FLAGS ON THE GRAVES OF VETERANS.

Public Act 09-06

AN ACT CONCERNING THE LEGISLATIVE COMMISSIONERS' RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TECHNICAL REVISIONS TO THE LABOR STATUTES.

Public Act 09-07

AN ACT CONCERNING THE LEGISLATIVE COMMISSIONERS' RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TECHNICAL REVISIONS TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY STATUTES.

Public Act 09-08

AN ACT CONCERNING THE LEGISLATIVE COMMISSIONERS' RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TECHNICAL REVISIONS TO THE HUMAN SERVICES STATUTES.

Public Act 09-09

AN ACT CONCERNING THE FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.

Public Act 09-10

AN ACT CONCERNING THE MILITARY SUPPORT PROGRAM.

Public Act 09-11

AN ACT CONCERNING THE LEGISLATIVE COMMISSIONERS' RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TECHNICAL REVISIONS TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH STATUTES.

Public Act 09-12

AN ACT CONCERNING CLEAN WATER PROJECTS, THE STATE FISCAL STABILIZATION FUND AND THE AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT OF 2009.

Public Act 09-13

AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE GUARANTEE OF EQUAL PROTECTION UNDER THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE FOR SAME SEX COUPLES.

Public Act 09-14

AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE GOVERNOR'S BUDGET RECOMMENDATIONS CONCERNING MAXIMIZATION OF PHARMACY REBATES.

Public Act 09-15

AN ACT CONCERNING THE CAPITOL AREA DISTRICT HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEM.

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12/2/2008

New Public Act Concerning Foreclosures

PA 08-2 was recently passed and signed by the Governor. The act provides for additional foreclosure protections in connection with residential properties. Section 6 provides relief for tenants of foreclosed residential properties. Section 7 establishes minimum incentives to be offered to tenants to move from a foreclosed residential property. Section 8 amends the foreclosure mediation program. The act was effective upon passage - November 25, 2008.

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8/19/2008

Connecticut State Agencies - 2008 Legislative Summaries

A few Connecticut state agencies have published 2008 legislative summaries:

Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities

2008 CHRO Legislative Summary

Office of Protection and Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities

2008 Report On Legislation Affecting People with Disabilities

Office of Health Care Access

2008 Public Acts Regarding the Office of Health Care Access

Department of Agriculture

2008 DOA and Related Legislation

Department of Banking

2008 Banking and Related Legislation

Department of Developmental Services

2008 DDS Legislative Session Summary

Department of Education

2008 Selected Education Legislation

Department of Insurance

2008 Insurance Legislative Summary

Division of Public Defender Services

2008 Public Defender Services Legislative Summary

Siting Council

2008 Summary of Legislation Affecting the Siting Council

The Office of Legislative Research also publishes summaries of new laws by topic, including education, environment, children and youth, health professions, veterans, municipalities, real estate, insurance, seniors, and business.

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Health Insurance Coverage for Children Up to Age 26

The Connecticut Insurance Department has issued Bulletin HC - 71 concerning Public Act No. 08-147.

Beginning January 1, 2009, a new Connecticut Law (Public Act No. 08-147) allows parents to cover certain unmarried dependents up to age 26, under a parent’s individual or group health insurance plan. The new law has generated many inquiries. The Insurance Department is providing the following Questions and Answers containing the Department’s interpretation of the new law to assist health insurers and health care centers in complying with the new law.

They have also issued a consumer update on the same topic.

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8/18/2008

General Statutes Amended or Repealed in 2008

The Legislative Commissioner's Office (LCO) has posted its list of statutes affected for 2008. Visit the official reference tables page on the LCO Web site to use the reference tables for 2005 through 2008.

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6/26/2008

Legislation Effective July 1, 2008

The Connecticut General Assembly Web site now links to a useful page that puts together all the public acts, including section designations, effective July 1, 2008. Also included on the page are links to the OLR summaries of the acts. At the bottom of the page is a link that will bring up a list of public acts effective from passage.

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6/25/2008

New Foreclosure Mediation Program

The Connecticut Judicial Branch has posted a notice regarding Public Act 08-176, An Act Concerning Responsible Lending and Economic Security. Effective July 1, 2008, there will be a new foreclosure mediation program:

In order to qualify for this program, the borrower/homeowner must be an owner-occupant of a one-to-four family residential property. The property must be the homeowner’s primary residence and located in Connecticut. The lender must serve a Notice to Homeowner, JD-CV-94 and Foreclosure Mediation Request, JD-CV-93 form to the homeowner when it commences the foreclosure action. [Read the full text of the notice.]

The OLR bill analysis (summary) for Public Act 08-176 describes the many other provisions of the act, including changes to the Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program, new requirements for mortgage loans, and a private right of action for violations of the act's provisions.

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6/19/2008

Veto Package, 2008 Regular Session

The governor has vetoed six 2008 regular session public acts. The Office of Legislative Research has issued a 2008 Veto Package that summarizes the vetoed public acts and provides excerpts from the governor's veto messages.

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5/27/2008

2008 Connecticut Public Acts - Updated on 5/27/08

Our listing of 2008 regular session public acts now includes public acts 1 through 176. This document will be updated as more bills are assigned public act numbers.

2008 Connecticut Public Acts - Regular Session

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5/20/2008

2008 Connecticut Public Acts - Updated on 5/20/08

Our listing of 2008 regular session public acts now includes public acts 1 through 144. This document will be updated as more bills are assigned public act numbers.

2008 Connecticut Public Acts - Regular Session

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5/16/2008

2008 Major Public Act Summmaries

The Office of Legislative Research has posted summaries of the major public acts for 2008. The summaries are organized by subject.

OLR Major Acts (PDF)

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5/14/2008

2008 Connecticut Public Acts - Updated on 5/14/08

Our listing of 2008 regular session public acts now includes public acts 1 through 103. This document will be updated as more bills are assigned public act numbers.

2008 Connecticut Public Acts - Regular Session

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5/12/2008

2008 Connecticut Public Acts - Updated

The listing of 2008 regular session public acts by number and title has been updated to include public acts 68 through 86. This document will be updated as more bills are assigned public act numbers.

2008 Connecticut Public Acts - Regular Session

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5/8/2008

2008 Connecticut Public Acts

Every year we post a browseable list of public acts soon after the regular session of the Connecticut General Assembly ends. Below is a link to a document listing the 2008 regular session public acts by number. This document will be updated as more bills are assigned public act numbers.

2008 Connecticut Public Acts - Regular Session

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2/5/2008

Updating the Connecticut General Statutes Online

As a follow-up to this post, here is some more information on the notice (shown below) that has been posted on the statutes search page and the advanced search page on the Connecticut General Assembly’s website:

The Statutes Text Search database includes the 2007 General Statutes updated to January 1, 2008, by the inclusion of the 2008 Supplement to the General Statutes. The 2008 Supplement contains the codified Public Acts enacted in 2007. All sections published in the 2008 Supplement will be clearly identified in your search result.

Here’s an example of what you will see:

Search for section 46b-15...

and this is the result.

You can also update the statutes by using the tables described in this post. According to the Legislative Commissioners' Office, a version of the 2008 Supplement that can be browsed online will be posted in March.

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1/3/2008

Summary of 2007 Public Acts

"This publication, Summary of 2007 Public Acts, summarizes all public acts passed by the 2007 Regular Session and the June and September 2007 Special Sessions of the Connecticut General Assembly. Special acts are not summarized." The public acts are organized by sponsoring committee. A subject index is provided.

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