Connecticut 2017 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB06050

Introduced
1/19/17  
Introduced
1/19/17  
Refer
1/19/17  

Caption

An Act Requiring The Connecticut Transportation Institute To Study School Transportation Efficiencies.

Impact

If enacted, this bill could significantly impact the way local school districts approach student transportation. By identifying more efficient methodologies, the bill aims to prompt a reevaluation of current practices, which could lead to cost savings for municipalities. Such savings could potentially be redirected towards other educational needs or initiatives, enhancing overall educational quality in Connecticut.

Summary

House Bill 06050 seeks to mandate the Connecticut Transportation Institute to conduct an extensive study on the methods and practices that local school districts can adopt to enhance efficiencies and reduce the costs associated with student transportation. The aim is to explore various potential strategies that could aid in optimizing transportation services provided to students, thereby allowing municipalities to save money on these essential services.

Contention

While the bill focuses on improving efficiencies, it may raise questions among stakeholders regarding the feasibility of implementing new transportation strategies and the potential impacts on service delivery. There may be concerns about the study's recommendations, especially if they involve reductions in transportation resources or changes that necessitate additional funding at the local level. Stakeholders may also debate the balance between cost savings and maintaining quality transportation services for students.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SB00057

An Act Concerning Funding For School-based Health Centers In Eastern Connecticut.

CT SB00108

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

CT HB05188

An Act Providing Funding For Bus Public Transportation For Students.

CT HB05362

An Act Defining Connecticut Institution Of Higher Education And Out-of-state Institution Of Higher Education For The Purposes Of The State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement.

CT SB00001

An Act Concerning The Health And Safety Of Connecticut Residents.

CT SB00045

An Act Concerning Expenditures From The Special Transportation Fund.

CT HB05485

An Act Concerning Transportation Infrastructure For Electric Vehicles.

CT HB05341

An Act Requiring Reporting Of Projected And Actual Revenues And Expenditures At Public Institutions Of Higher Education.

CT SB00107

An Act Updating Requirements For Construction Management Oversight At The University Of Connecticut, Pausing The Requirement For A Plan To Increase The Number Of Full-time Faculty At Public Institutions Of Higher Education And Replacing References To The President Of The Connecticut State Colleges And Universities With The Chancellor Of The Connecticut State Colleges And Universities.

CT SB00109

An Act Modifying The Connecticut Automatic Admissions Program.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.