Connecticut 2024 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB05133

Introduced
2/14/24  
Introduced
2/14/24  

Caption

An Act Concerning The Military Relief Fund.

Impact

By expanding the purposes eligible for grants, this legislation will potentially improve the financial relief available to military personnel and their families. This may encompass a wider range of expenditures that families might face, such as housing, healthcare, and educational costs. Supporters of the bill argue that this change will provide critical assistance to military families who often face unique challenges related to deployment and service-related hardships.

Summary

House Bill 05133, known as the Act Concerning The Military Relief Fund, aims to amend section 27-100a of the general statutes to broaden the eligibility criteria for grants from the Military Relief Fund. This fund is intended to support members of the armed forces and their immediate families. The bill specifically seeks to expand the purposes for which individuals can receive financial grants, thus enhancing the support system available to military families during times of need.

Contention

Though there seems to be general support for initiatives aimed at providing relief to military families, discussions may arise regarding the implementation and funding of the expanded grant purposes. Some legislators might express concerns over the fiscal implications of increasing the scope of the fund, particularly in a challenging economic environment where state budgets are tight. Additionally, the criteria for grant eligibility and the administration of such funds could be areas of future debate among stakeholders.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT HB06349

An Act Concerning The State Military Relief Fund.

CT HB05955

An Act Concerning Funding For Honor Guard Details At Certain Military Funerals.

CT SB00238

An Act Expanding Eligibility For Grants From The Military Relief Fund.

CT HB1190

Military relief fund.

CT HB1146

Military relief fund.

CT SB00053

An Act Concerning Military Funerals.

CT HB06506

An Act Concerning The Military Department.

CT SB00520

An Act Concerning Military Retirement Pay.

CT SB00643

An Act Concerning A Review Of Municipal Option Tax Relief For Veterans.

CT HB05607

An Act Concerning The Use Of Covid-19 Relief Funds To Replenish The Unemployment Compensation Trust Fund.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.