Connecticut 2024 Regular Session

Connecticut Senate Bill SB00159

Introduced
2/21/24  
Introduced
2/21/24  

Caption

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study The Feasibility Of Developing A Multimodal Transportation Center In The Towns Of Stonington And Groton.

Impact

If enacted, the bill is expected to have a significant impact on transportation and infrastructure planning in Stonington and Groton. The task force will comprise various members, including state representatives and local officials, who will be responsible for gathering information and developing strategies that could facilitate improved transportation networks. The findings of this task force could lead to recommendations for potential funding and resource allocation from both state and local governments while encouraging more sustainable and environmentally friendly transport solutions.

Summary

SB00159, titled 'An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study The Feasibility Of Developing A Multimodal Transportation Center In The Towns Of Stonington And Groton', proposes to create a task force dedicated to exploring the prospects of establishing a multimodal transportation hub in these towns. This initiative aims to generate a comprehensive feasibility study that would examine various transportation methods to ease existing traffic congestion, which may include ferry services, biking trails, and parking facilities, among others. Additionally, it seeks to develop alternatives that focus on sustainable transportation solutions in the Mystic area.

Contention

While the bill generally aims to enhance local infrastructure, points of contention could arise regarding the extent of local versus state involvement in the planning process. Some stakeholders may argue about the adequacy of the task force's representation, such as whether local community groups and residents will have sufficient input in the study and subsequent recommendations. Moreover, the cost implications and logistics of implementing the proposals generated by the task force could result in debates regarding budget priorities and funding allocation.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SB00660

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study The Feasibility Of Developing A Multimodal Transportation Center In The Towns Of Stonington And Groton.

CT HB05432

An Act Establishing A Working Group To Develop An Economic Development And Tourism Plan For The Greater Mystic Area Of The Towns Of Groton, New London And Stonington.

CT SB00288

An Act Studying The Feasibility Of Establishing A State, Federal And Private Partnership To Fund A New Dock Facility At The Nautilus Museum In Groton.

CT SB00974

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study Methods Of Developing, Expanding And Improving The Insurance Industry Workforce In This State.

CT SB00198

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study Methods Of Developing, Expanding And Improving The Insurance Industry Workforce In This State.

CT SB00928

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study Methods Of Developing, Expanding And Improving The Insurance Industry Workforce In This State.

CT HCR72

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION establishing the Multimodal Freight Transportation System Improvement Task Force.

CT HB05200

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study Hydrogen Power.

CT HB05454

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study The Department Of Transportation's Vegetation Management Program.

CT SB00138

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study "aging In Place".

Similar Bills

CT SB00660

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study The Feasibility Of Developing A Multimodal Transportation Center In The Towns Of Stonington And Groton.

CT SB00700

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State To Construct A Bridge That Crosses From North Stonington To Stonington.

CT SB00152

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For Improvements To The Sidewalk Along Route 1 In Stonington.

CT HB05432

An Act Establishing A Working Group To Develop An Economic Development And Tourism Plan For The Greater Mystic Area Of The Towns Of Groton, New London And Stonington.

IL SR0188

MEMORIAL-DONALD E. BLAKEMAN

CT SB00833

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For A Bridge In Stonington.

CT SB00033

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For The Stonington Town Dock.

CT SB00043

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For A New Sewer And Water Extension In North Stonington.