Connecticut 2021 Regular Session

Connecticut Senate Bill SB00731

Introduced
1/29/21  
Introduced
1/29/21  
Refer
1/29/21  

Caption

An Act Concerning The Membership Of The Forest Practices Advisory Board.

Impact

The implications of SB00731 on state laws may involve changes in how the Forest Practices Advisory Board is constituted, potentially altering the expertise represented within the board and how it influences forest management practices. By revising the membership appointments, the bill could lead to more targeted and informed decision-making regarding forest policies. This could significantly enhance regulatory frameworks surrounding forest practices, which are critical for sustainable environmental management and conserving state resources.

Summary

SB00731 is an act concerning the membership of the Forest Practices Advisory Board, which aims to revise the current structure and appointments within the board. This bill is set to amend the general statutes related to the advisory board's membership, presumably to enhance the effectiveness of the board in addressing forest management issues and aligning its goals with contemporary environmental standards. The proposed changes reflect an ongoing initiative to refine the roles of advisory groups within state governance and ensure they are equipped to handle pressing environmental challenges.

Contention

Though the bill appears to focus on administrative revisions, discussions surrounding its introduction could raise concerns about the inclusivity and representativeness of the new membership. Stakeholders may debate the qualifications required for board members and the potential impacts these changes could have on policy recommendations. As forest management is often contentious, with various interests at play—such as conservation efforts, commercial logging, and land use—any shift in the advisory board’s composition could provoke discussions around the balance of these competing priorities.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SB00384

An Act Concerning The Low-income Energy Advisory Board.

CT SB00279

An Act Concerning Certification For Removable Windshield Placards For Persons Who Are Blind And Persons With Disabilities And The Membership Of The Accessible Parking Advisory Council.

CT HB05511

An Act Concerning The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee.

CT HB05379

An Act Concerning The Duties Of The State Marshals And The Operation Of The State Marshal Commission And The State Marshals Advisory Board.

CT HB05453

An Act Concerning The Membership And Processes Of The Connecticut Siting Council.

CT HB05435

An Act Concerning The Development Of A Plan For The Conversion Of The State Board Of Education To An Advisory Board Within The Department Of Education.

CT SB00175

An Act Concerning Funds For The Rare Disease Advisory Council.

CT SB00343

An Act Concerning Membership Of The Codes And Standards Committee And Battery-charged Security Fences.

CT HB05337

An Act Concerning Affordable Housing Development Practices.

CT SB00201

An Act Concerning Unfair Real Estate Listing Agreements And The Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.