Connecticut Senate Bill SB00331

Connecticut 2014 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/27/14
• Refer: 2/27/14

Caption

An Act Providing Funding For The Garbage Museum In Stratford.

Impact

The implementation of SB00331 would impact state law by creating a new layer of funding within the context of municipal waste management. Municipalities would benefit from access to these grants, which could potentially enhance local educational programs on recycling and waste management. This initiative aligns with broader environmental goals, such as promoting sustainability and raising public awareness about waste management issues. The change could lead to improved facilities and outreach programs directed at community engagement in reducing waste.

Summary

SB00331, titled 'An Act Providing Funding For The Garbage Museum In Stratford,' establishes a designated fund known as the Municipal Tipping Fee Fund. The primary goal of this bill is to create a financial mechanism for providing grants to municipalities, specifically aimed at supporting operations related to waste management and environmental education at the Garbage Museum in Stratford. The funding for the museum would be sourced from tipping fees collected for waste disposal, effectively linking waste management revenue to educational initiatives about waste reduction and recycling practices.

Contention

While the bill appears to support an essential initiative for both education and waste management, discussions surrounding the bill might include debates about the efficacy of using tipping fees for funding a specific museum. Critics could argue that diverting funds from waste management to support a particular venue may limit the availability of resources for broader waste management needs in various municipalities. Consequently, the discussions might evaluate how best to balance funding local projects like the Garbage Museum while ensuring municipalities continue to receive adequate support for essential waste management operations.