Connecticut Senate Bill SB00480

Connecticut 2019 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/24/19
• Refer: 1/24/19

Caption

An Act Concerning A Low-income Family Impact Statement For Proposed Legislation.

Impact

The introduction of SB00480 may lead to a fundamental change in how legislation is crafted and analyzed within the General Assembly. By requiring the preparation of impact statements focused on low-income families, the bill aims to provide policymakers with critical insights into the potential social and economic effects of their decisions. This approach could result in more equitable legislation that accounts for disadvantaged groups and helps prevent creating policies that inadvertently exacerbate poverty or inequality.

Summary

SB00480, titled 'An Act Concerning A Low-Income Family Impact Statement For Proposed Legislation', seeks to enhance the legislative process by mandating that an impact statement be prepared for certain proposed bills specifically concerning their effects on low-income families. The intent of this legislation is to ensure that the needs and concerns of low-income communities are considered during the formation of new laws, thereby promoting a more inclusive approach to policy-making. This act is introduced by Senator Moore of the 22nd District and was referred to the Committee on Government Administration and Elections for further discussion.

Contention

There may be points of contention surrounding SB00480 regarding the feasibility and effectiveness of implementing such impact statements. Some legislators might argue that this requirement could impose additional bureaucratic burdens on the legislative process, potentially slowing down the passage of laws. Moreover, concerns could be raised about the criteria for what constitutes a significant impact on low-income families, leading to debates on whether the process will be adequately comprehensive or possibly biased in its assessments. Discussions around this measure may also reflect broader ideological differences regarding the government's role in social welfare and economic equity.