Connecticut 2010 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB05311

Introduced
2/24/10  

Caption

An Act Concerning The Best Interests Of Children And Youth.

Impact

If enacted, HB 5311 could significantly influence how state agencies operate in terms of their responsibilities towards children and youth. This bill encourages a systemic review of the coordination and efficiency with which these services are provided, potentially leading to reforms that better serve the needs of young residents. By identifying gaps and overlaps in service provision, the bill could result in more targeted and effective use of state resources, thereby having a positive impact on children's welfare.

Summary

House Bill 5311 aims to establish a task force designed to study the organization of state government concerning the best interests of children and youth. The proposed task force will evaluate the responsibilities of various state agencies that provide services to children, as well as the impact of public policies on this demographic. The legislation seeks to ensure that children's needs are prioritized within state policies and programs, creating a structured approach to evaluate and potentially enhance existing governmental frameworks.

Contention

One notable point of contention regarding HB 5311 may arise regarding the appointment processes for the task force members, as well as the specific mandate of the task force. Stakeholders may have differing views on who should be represented and how widely the task force should define the 'best interests' of children and youth. Additionally, potential concerns about resources and the feasibility of implementing recommendations derived from the task force's study may lead to discussions on the efficacy and direction of public policy for children.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT HB05213

An Act Concerning Disconnected Youth.

CT SB00327

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study The Effects Of Hate Speech And Bullying On Children.

CT SB00215

An Act Concerning Youth Camps.

CT HB05437

An Act Concerning Education Mandate Relief, School Discipline And Disconnected Youth.

CT HB05159

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study The Responsiveness Of State Agencies And The Judicial Branch To Issues Concerning Child Sexual Abuse.

CT SB00218

An Act Establishing Task Forces To Study Bereavement And Grief Counseling Services And Social Isolation And Loneliness.

CT SB00154

An Act Concerning Various And Assorted Revisions To The Education Statutes.

CT HB05508

An Act Concerning Recommendations From The Juvenile Justice Policy And Oversight Committee.

CT HB05262

An Act Concerning Child Sexual Abuse.

CT SB00296

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study The Enforcement Of Certain Provisions Of The General Statutes Concerning Roaming Livestock And Amending Certain Statutes Concerning Roaming Livestock.

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