Connecticut Senate Bill SB00029

Connecticut 2010 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/4/10
• Refer: 2/4/10

Caption

An Act Establishing The Perform Commission And The Perform Review Board.

Impact

Upon implementation, the bill is expected to centralize and streamline operations across various state agencies. This restructuring would allow for a more efficient allocation of resources and potential reductions in administrative overhead. The PERFORM Commission will generate recommendations based on certain criteria, such as the overlap in agency missions and whether certain functions are outdated or can be executed more effectively. The Review Board will play a crucial role in evaluating these recommendations and ensuring that they align with the overarching goal of enhancing governmental efficiency.

Summary

SB00029 aims to establish the PERFORM Commission and the PERFORM Review Board in order to reorganize state agencies' functions, operations, responsibilities, and missions. This initiative seeks to identify areas where state government can achieve greater efficiency, eliminate redundancies, and ultimately reduce operational costs. The bill mandates a thorough examination of current state structures and functions to propose updates or eliminations of outdated practices, thereby adapting governmental functions to meet the fiscal challenges of the 21st century.

Contention

While the bill aims to improve the effectiveness of government, it may face criticism regarding the degree of oversight and control it imposes. Questions of transparency and the potential loss of local agency autonomy could arise, particularly among those who value local governance. The prohibition of executive sessions and the requirement for public accessibility to documents might address some transparency concerns, but the overall structure may still invoke debates over the balance between efficiency and local accountability. Stakeholders will likely scrutinize how these changes affect public services and the ability to address local needs.