CT
Connecticut House Bill HB05558

Connecticut 2019 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB05558

Introduced
1/17/19  

Caption

An Act Naming An Overpass In Windsor In Honor Of Windsor's Volunteer Firefighters.

Impact

The enactment of HB 05558 would not result in significant changes to existing state laws but instead would function as a commemorative measure. By naming the overpass in honor of volunteer firefighters, the bill seeks to promote community pride and acknowledge the sacrifices made by these individuals in serving the public.

Summary

House Bill 05558, titled 'An Act Naming An Overpass In Windsor In Honor Of Windsor's Volunteer Firefighters', was proposed to formally designate the Bloomfield Avenue overpass over Interstate 91 in Windsor as the 'Windsor Volunteer Firefighter Overpass'. This act aims to recognize the contributions of Windsor's volunteer firefighters, offering a public acknowledgment of their service to the community.

Contention

While the bill itself may not have faced major opposition, discussions around such commemorative measures can sometimes involve debates about the appropriateness of public funds being used for naming structures after individuals or groups. Advocates argue that honoring community service is a vital recognition, whereas detractors may call for the use of public resources in more immediately impactful ways towards community needs.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT HB05028

An Act Establishing A Personal Income Tax Deduction For Stipends Paid To Volunteer Firefighters And Volunteer Ambulance Members.

CT HB05071

An Act Establishing A Personal Income Tax Deduction For Stipends Paid To Volunteer Firefighters And Volunteer Ambulance Members.

CT SB00084

An Act Establishing A Personal Income Tax Deduction For Stipends Paid To Certain Volunteer Firefighters Or Volunteer Ambulance Members.

CT HB05017

An Act Concerning A Credit Against The Personal Income Tax For Municipal Volunteer Firefighters And Municipal Volunteer Emergency Medical Technicians.

CT SB00458

An Act Concerning The Conveyance Of Two Parcels Of State Land In The Town Of Windsor.

CT SB00164

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For Revitalization Of The John J. Mitchell Fairgrounds In South Windsor.

CT HJ00219

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Adam R. Schibley, Esquire, Of Windsor To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT HJ00218

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Jessica W. Simpson, Esquire, Of Windsor To Be A Family Support Magistrate.

CT SJ00202

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Cody N. Guarnieri, Esquire, Of South Windsor To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT HJ00232

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Hilary Carpenter Of Windsor To Be The Correction Ombuds.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.