CT
Connecticut Senate Bill SB00791

Connecticut 2019 Regular Session

Connecticut Senate Bill SB00791

Introduced
1/29/19  

Caption

An Act Allowing Municipalities To Contribute To The Connecticut Higher Education Trust.

Impact

The enactment of SB00791 would represent a significant change in how municipalities can support higher education initiatives. This change could enhance educational opportunities for local students and provide financial resources that may alleviate some of the burden on families seeking higher education. It may also encourage other municipalities to adopt similar measures, leading to a potential increase in local contributions to educational trust funds across the state.

Summary

SB00791 is a proposed act in Connecticut aimed at allowing municipalities to contribute financially to the Connecticut Higher Education Trust (CHET). The bill seeks to amend Chapter 32 of the general statutes, which currently governs the operations of the CHET. By enabling municipalities to make contributions to this fund, it facilitates local financial support for residents pursuing higher education, promoting educational attainment and economic development within the communities.

Contention

While the implications of the bill appear largely beneficial for supporting higher education, there may be concerns regarding the financial strain it could place on municipal budgets. Critics might argue that allowing municipalities to allocate funds towards CHET could divert resources away from other essential local services. There may be discussions on whether municipalities are equipped to handle this new financial responsibility, as well as debates over the equitable distribution of contributions among different areas.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SB00305

An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Connecticut Health And Educational Facilities Authority.

CT SB00304

An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Connecticut Higher Education Supplemental Loan Authority.

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 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 SB00272

An Act Concerning Adoption Of The Connecticut Uniform Trust Decanting Act.

CT SB00136

An Act Making Changes To The Connecticut Retirement Security Program Statutes.

CT HB05340

An Act Allowing Third-party Victims To Participate In An Investigation Or Disciplinary Proceeding By An Institution Of Higher Education.

CT SB00001

An Act Concerning The Health And Safety Of Connecticut Residents.

CT HB05277

An Act Amending The Charter Of The South Central Connecticut Water Authority.

CT HB05282

An Act Allowing Hardship Waivers Of Interest Due From A Delinquent Lottery Sales Agent And Concerning Licensing Of Connecticut Lottery Corporation Employees.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.