Connecticut House Bill HB05772

Connecticut 2011 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/21/11
• Refer: 1/21/11

Caption

An Act Requiring Job Impact Statements On Legislation.

Impact

If enacted, HB 05772 would introduce a systematic approach for analyzing the employment effects of all relevant legislation. By mandating a job impact statement for bills affecting employment, the legislation would empower legislators to make more informed decisions, with a clear focus on job-related outcomes. This would enhance accountability and awareness regarding the economic impact of new laws, potentially leading to more job-friendly policies and a greater emphasis on economic stability within the state.

Summary

House Bill 05772, introduced by Representative Carpino, proposes to amend chapter 16 of the general statutes by requiring that any bill, resolution, or amendment that affects employment must be accompanied by a job impact statement. The intent of the bill is to provide clear information on the potential effects of proposed legislation on job numbers, specifically detailing how many jobs may be gained, lost, or sustained if the legislation is enacted. This requirement aims to enhance the legislative process by ensuring that lawmakers and the public are aware of the employment implications of new laws before they are enacted.

Contention

However, the introduction of such job impact statements may not be without contention. Critics may argue that the requirement could lead to excessive bureaucracy, delaying the legislative process as lawmakers assess each bill's job impact calculations. Concerns may also arise regarding the methodologies used to create job impact statements, which could vary depending on the political or economic biases of those conducting the analysis. Proponents of the bill would need to address these concerns to ensure that the implementation of this new requirement does not have unintended negative consequences on the legislative process.