Connecticut 2011 Regular Session

Connecticut Senate Bill SB00770

Introduced
1/25/11  
Introduced
1/25/11  

Caption

An Act Requiring The Commissioner Of Transportation To Study Congestion On I-95.

Impact

If passed, this legislation will enable the Department of Transportation to gather essential information regarding traffic flow and bottlenecks on one of the state's busiest highways. The findings from this study are anticipated to inform strategic planning and potential mitigation strategies aimed at alleviating congestion. Such improvements could enhance travel efficiency, contribute to economic productivity, and offer a better quality of life for residents relying on this key transportation route.

Summary

SB00770 is a proposed bill introduced by Senator Frantz, directed towards the state Commissioner of Transportation. The primary objective of the bill is to mandate a comprehensive study of traffic congestion along the Interstate 95 corridor, specifically from the Connecticut-New York border to the Connecticut-Rhode Island border. The intent behind this legislation is to thoroughly analyze congestion issues, which could provide vital data for future improvements in infrastructure and transport management.

Contention

Discussions surrounding SB00770 may focus on the allocation of resources for such a study and its implications on transportation funding. Critics might raise concerns about whether existing funds should prioritize this study over immediate infrastructure repairs or other pressing transportation issues. Proponents, on the other hand, are likely to argue that understanding the root causes of congestion is essential for making informed decisions that affect long-term transportation policy and infrastructure development.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SB00108

An Act Requiring A Study Of Transportation Barriers That Limit Access To Workforce Development Programs.

CT HB05465

An Act Requiring The Insurance Commissioner To Conduct A Study Of Usage-based Automobile Liability Insurance Programs For New Drivers In This State.

CT SB00159

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study The Feasibility Of Developing A Multimodal Transportation Center In The Towns Of Stonington And Groton.

CT SB00101

An Act Requiring The Indexing Of Income Thresholds For The Personal Income Tax.

CT HB05485

An Act Concerning Transportation Infrastructure For Electric Vehicles.

CT SB00268

An Act Requiring A Study Of Advance Rental Payments.

CT SB00267

An Act Requiring A Study Of The Effects Of Short-term Rentals On The Housing Market Of The State.

CT HB05432

An Act Establishing A Working Group To Develop An Economic Development And Tourism Plan For The Greater Mystic Area Of The Towns Of Groton, New London And Stonington.

CT HB05462

An Act Requiring A Study Of Civil Liability Protections For Farmers Offering Agri-tourism Activities In The State.

CT HB05176

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study The Provision Of Emergency Treatment And Transportation To An Animal That Is Injured In The Performance Of Its Duties Under The Supervision Of A Peace Officer.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.