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Connecticut House Bill HB05319

Connecticut 2014 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB05319

Introduced
2/24/14  

Caption

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For A Community Center For Non-english Speaking Persons With Disabilities.

Impact

The bill is expected to have a substantial impact on state laws regarding funding and support for disability services. By facilitating the creation of a dedicated community center, the legislation aims to improve access to resources and services for non-English speaking individuals with disabilities. This is particularly pertinent given the unique challenges faced by this group, including language barriers and limited access to appropriate community support. The establishment of such centers is crucial for fostering inclusivity and ensuring that these individuals can engage fully with community resources.

Summary

House Bill 05319 is aimed at enhancing support for non-English speaking persons with disabilities in the Greater Waterbury area by authorizing the issuance of state bonds. Specifically, the bill empowers the State Bond Commission to issue bonds amounting to a total of eight hundred fifty thousand dollars. The proceeds from these bonds are designated for use by the Department of Economic and Community Development to provide a grant-in-aid. This aid will be directed towards the establishment of a community center specifically designed for non-English speaking individuals with disabilities, thus addressing a significant gap in community services for this demographic.

Contention

While the bill addresses an important need, it may face scrutiny regarding funding allocation and prioritization of resources. Critics could argue about the adequacy of the proposed budget compared to the actual needs of non-English speaking disabled individuals, as well as the effectiveness of such community centers in delivering the necessary services. There may also be discussions around the involvement of the Hispanic Coalition of Greater Waterbury in utilizing these funds and ensuring accountability in terms of service delivery and community engagement.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT HB05083

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For The Groton Community Center.

CT HB05023

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For The Construction Of A Child Care Center In Groton.

CT SB00064

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For The Purchase Of Generators For The Ledyard Senior Center And Food Pantry.

CT SB00430

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For An Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship And Community Robotics Center.

CT SB00087

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For Infrastructure And Building Repairs And Equipment For Gemma E. Moran United Way/labor Food Center In New London.

CT SB00066

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For Purchase Of A Fire Rescue Boat And A Personal Watercraft By The City Of Milford For Marine Rescues.

CT HB05123

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For A Child Care Center In The Fair Haven Neighborhood Of The City Of New Haven.

CT HB05015

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For Expanding A Certain Parking Garage In New London.

CT HB05077

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For The Yantic Fire Engine Company.

CT SB00071

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For A Generator For The Montville Social Services Office And Food Pantry.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.