Connecticut 2023 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB06042

Introduced
1/18/23  

Caption

An Act Equalizing The Reimbursement Percentage For The Various Types Of School Building Projects.

Impact

The impact of HB 6042 on state laws will primarily pertain to the funding mechanisms for school building projects. By standardizing the reimbursement percentages, the bill is expected to promote fairness in the allocation of state funds for school construction and renovation. In theory, this could make it easier for school districts to plan and execute projects without the concern of differing financial returns based on the type of project they choose to undertake.

Summary

House Bill 6042 is aimed at equalizing the reimbursement percentage for various types of school building projects under the school building project grant program. The bill specifically seeks to amend section 10-285a of the general statutes to ensure that the reimbursement percentages for both new construction projects and renovation projects are aligned. This change intends to create parity between these two categories of school projects, thus simplifying the funding process for educational institutions undertaking such initiatives.

Contention

Though the overall objective of the bill is to create equity in funding, potential points of contention could arise regarding the implications of equal reimbursement rates. Some stakeholders may argue that new construction and renovations should have different percentages, as they could have distinct costs and funding needs. Additionally, debates may emerge regarding the long-term financial viability of such changes and whether this could inadvertently affect the prioritization of new builds versus renovations in the educational landscape.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT HB05347

An Act Concerning Authorization Of State Grant Commitments For School Building Projects And Revisions To The School Building Projects Statutes.

CT HB05524

An Act Authorizing And Adjusting Bonds Of The State And Concerning Provisions Related To State And Municipal Tax Administration, General Government And School Building Projects.

CT SB00288

An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Department Of Administrative Services Regarding The School Building Projects Statutes.

CT SB00061

An Act Concerning The School Building Project At The Interdistrict School For Arts And Communication In New London.

CT SB00060

An Act Concerning The School Building Project At Central Middle School In Greenwich.

CT SB00156

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study Requiring Nursing Homes To Spend A Percentage Of Medicaid Reimbursement Or Total Revenue On Direct Care Of Nursing Home Residents.

CT HB05183

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For Renovations And Improvements To Various Schools In Danbury.

CT SB00374

An Act Concerning Equalizing Rates Of Pay For Nonprofit Provider Workers.

CT HB05052

An Act Supporting Solar Energy In Schools.

CT SB00501

An Act Concerning Motor Vehicle Assessments For Property Taxation, Innovation Banks, The Interest On Certain Tax Underpayments, The Assessment On Insurers, School Building Projects, The South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority Charter And Certain State Historic Preservation Officer Procedures.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.