Connecticut 2017 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB06384

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

Caption

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For Aids Project Greater Danbury To Purchase Real Estate.

Impact

The bill's passage would have a significant impact on state legislation concerning health funding and support for public health initiatives. By financially supporting the AIDS Project, the state is reinforcing its commitment to addressing the needs of individuals living with HIV/AIDS. This move not only aims to enhance the operational capabilities of the AIDS Project Greater Danbury, but it also signals a broader legislative intent to prioritize funding for health organizations that work on critical public health issues.

Summary

House Bill 6384 seeks to empower the State Bond Commission to authorize the issuance of bonds for the principal amount of up to six hundred fifty thousand dollars. The funds generated from these bonds are intended to be allocated to the Department of Public Health, which will provide a grant-in-aid specifically to the AIDS Project Greater Danbury. This funding is aimed at facilitating the purchase of real estate necessary for the organization to continue its operations and support individuals affected by AIDS in the Greater Danbury area.

Contention

While the bill is fundamentally aimed at providing essential funding for a public health initiative, there may be discussions surrounding the allocation of state bonds and the priorities of public health funding. Some stakeholders may express concerns over the efficacy of funding projects and whether such allocations could be better spent on wider health initiatives across the state. As with similar health-related funding measures, debates around fiscal responsibility and resource allocation may emerge, highlighting the complexities of bond issuance for health projects.

Companion Bills

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Similar Bills

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