Connecticut 2011 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB06567

Introduced
3/9/11  
Introduced
3/9/11  
Refer
3/9/11  

Caption

An Act Concerning The Disposition Of Excess State Property Acquired For Transportation Purposes, And Making Technical Revisions To Real Property Acquisition And Condemnation Procedures.

Impact

The proposed legislation is expected to significantly alter how the Department of Transportation handles properties acquired in pursuit of infrastructure development. Specifically, the bill mandates that the Department conduct full appraisals of excess properties before they can be sold, ensuring that state assets are accurately valued. Additionally, it sets forth guidelines for public bidding and auction processes, while identifying exemptions for transfers to other state agencies or municipalities, which could expedite the process of transferring surplus properties.

Summary

House Bill 06567 aims to streamline the process for the disposition of excess state property acquired specifically for transportation purposes. By amending certain procedural aspects related to real property acquisition and condemnation, the bill seeks to make the transfer of these properties less burdensome and expensive, as well as to create more consistency in terminology and practices surrounding such transactions. It emphasizes the importance of efficiency in managing state-owned properties once they are deemed unnecessary for highway or transportation use.

Contention

Numerous points of contention may arise from the bill's implementation. Stakeholders may express concerns regarding the transparency of property sales, particularly in relation to public bidding processes and appraisals. Additionally, the stipulations surrounding residential properties, which will not be sold or transferred without first offering the previous owners a right of first refusal for 25 years, may lead to debates over fair treatment of former property owners and local governance. The impact and interpretations of these provisions will likely be closely scrutinized by both legislators and advocacy groups.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT HB05223

An Act Concerning Minor Revisions To Agriculture Related Statutes And To Open Space Acquisition Related Statutes.

CT SB00452

An Act Concerning The Property Tax Appeals Process And The Penalty Related To The Submission Of Income And Expenses Information For Rental Properties.

CT HB05477

An Act Concerning Penalties For Blight Upon Real Property, Municipal Agreements To Fix Assessments And A Personal Property Tax Exemption.

CT HB05365

An Act Concerning Technical Revisions To Statutes Concerning Human Services.

CT SB00251

An Act Concerning The Legislative Commissioners' Recommendations For Technical And Other Revisions To The Tax And Related Statutes.

CT HB05172

An Act Concerning The Assessment Of Motor Vehicles For Property Taxation.

CT SB00501

An Act Concerning Motor Vehicle Assessments For Property Taxation, Innovation Banks, The Interest On Certain Tax Underpayments, The Assessment On Insurers, School Building Projects, The South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority Charter And Certain State Historic Preservation Officer Procedures.

CT HB05155

An Act Concerning The Legislative Commissioners' Recommendations For Technical Revisions To The Housing Statutes.

CT HB05290

An Act Concerning Various Revisions To The Public Health Statutes.

CT SB00393

An Act Implementing The Treasurer's Recommendations Concerning Unclaimed Property.

Similar Bills

CT SB00881

An Act Concerning The Taking Of Intangible Personal Property By The State Or Any Political Subdivision.

LA SB31

Provides for the transfer of certain state property in Caddo Parish.

CT SB00504

An Act Conveying Certain Parcels Of State Land.

CT HB07278

An Act Concerning The Conveyance Of Certain Parcels And Easements Of State Land, The Redevelopment Of Property In The Town Of Preston And A Requirement To Appraise Certain Municipal Property Prior To Sale.

LA SB149

Authorizes the state of Louisiana to sell or transfer certain state property. (8/1/19) (EN INCREASE GF RV See Note)

LA HB350

Authorizes the exchange of certain state property in Calcasieu Parish

CT HB06672

An Act Concerning The Conveyance Of Certain Parcels Of State Land, The Boundaries Of Fenwick, The Validation Of Certain Town Actions, The City Point Yacht Club And Wheeler Library.

LA HB326

Authorizes the transfer of state property in Rapides Parish