Connecticut House Bill HB05351

Connecticut 2013 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/17/13
• Refer: 1/17/13

Caption

An Act Limiting Administrative Fees For Electronic Access To Government Services.

Impact

If passed, this bill would amend section 4-60u of the general statutes, specifically targeting the financial interactions between the state and entities it contracts with for electronic access to government services. By imposing a ceiling on administrative fees, the bill is designed to promote transparency and equity in the cost structure of e-services provided to citizens. Ultimately, this could facilitate broader access to necessary government services without incurring prohibitive costs, especially for low-income individuals or families.

Summary

House Bill 05351, introduced by Rep. Candelora, aims to limit the administrative fees that entities charge to the public for electronic access to government services. This bill seeks to ensure that these fees do not exceed ten percent of the applicable statutory or regulatory fee being collected. The intention behind this legislation is to prevent excessive charges imposed by vendors providing electronic services, thereby making access to government services more affordable for the public.

Contention

The potential contention surrounding HB 05351 may arise from vendors who provide electronic services to the state. They could argue that such limitations on fees might lead to reduced funding for the development and maintenance of necessary technology or services, potentially impacting the quality or availability of these services. Opponents of the bill may express concerns about the balance between keeping services affordable and ensuring adequate compensation for service providers, which could influence the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery.