The House of Representatives met for nearly 10 hours Tuesday and passed a number of bills to move Connecticut forward.
I am pleased to provide you with a summary of the legislation we addressed yesterday.
HB 5011
Access to records created by public agencies allow for real transparency and accountability. HB 5011 eliminates barriers to accessing this information by reducing or completely removing the cost of fees associated with accessing these public records.
HB 6417
This legislation, HB 6417, requires that every prospective camp employee, 18 and older, complete a comprehensive background check before obtaining employment in roles that provide care or involve access to any child at the camp. Requiring background checks is a simple and effective way to keep our children safe.
HB 6606
Historic mixed-use building across Connecticut hold huge potential and with some renovation could offer a significant impact for their communities – however, investing in a mixed-use building can be complex and expensive. HB 6606 would initiate a task force featuring stakeholders from a variety of professions to examine these potential barriers and how to combat them.
HB 6580
Teaching our K-12 students to lead a healthy and sustainable lifestyle requires a comprehensive education covering the importance of locally grown and produced food and a better understanding of the agricultural industry. HB 6580 expands our student's opportunities to learn more about food and agriculture through education programs.
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