Connecticut 2017 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB06337

Introduced
1/23/17  
Introduced
1/23/17  
Refer
1/23/17  

Caption

An Act Requiring A Study Of The Funding Alternatives For State Campgrounds.

Impact

The bill is expected to have implications for state laws governing park management and funding. By mandating a study, it may uncover new models of funding that could be implemented in practice, thereby impacting how state campgrounds are funded in the future. This could involve a shift from traditional funding methods to newer approaches, possibly including public-private partnerships, increased fees for campsite reservations, or alternative governmental funding sources.

Summary

House Bill 06337 aims to require a comprehensive study regarding the funding alternatives for state campgrounds. The bill emphasizes the need for alternative funding methods to maintain and improve these recreational facilities, which are essential for the outdoor activities and tourism sectors of the state. By initiating this study, the bill seeks to explore various financial strategies that can ensure the sustainability of state campgrounds in the face of potential budgetary constraints.

Contention

There could be points of contention surrounding the potential outcomes of the proposed study, particularly concerning how any recommended funding alternatives could affect current campground operations. Stakeholders may have differing opinions on where funding should come from and what impacts fee increases could have on accessibility and utilization of state campgrounds. Additionally, any recommendations that involve privatization or significant changes to current funding structures may face opposition from various advocacy groups and stakeholders who emphasize the importance of public access to these recreational areas.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT HB05090

An Act Concerning Funding For Training Law Enforcement Officers.

CT HB05317

An Act Requiring A Study Concerning The Funding For The Community Gun Violence Intervention And Prevention Program And A Report Concerning The Effectiveness Of The Program.

CT SB00043

An Act Prohibiting The State Subsidization Of The Hartford-new Britain Busway.

CT HB05462

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

CT SB00267

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

CT SB00031

An Act Eliminating The Qualifying Income Thresholds For The Personal Income Tax Deductions For Social Security Benefits And Pension Or Annuity Income.

CT HB05188

An Act Providing Funding For Bus Public Transportation For Students.

CT SB00045

An Act Concerning Expenditures From The Special Transportation Fund.

CT SB00113

An Act Concerning Funding For State Colleges And Universities.

CT SB00268

An Act Requiring A Study Of Advance Rental Payments.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.