HB05152

An Act Concerning Certain Authorities Related To The Prevention Of Wildfires.

Introduced·2/11/26

Connecticut HB05152 regulates open burning of brush and establishes compensation for fire wardens and firefighters.

Connecticut HB05152 modifies regulations on open burning of brush to prevent wildfires. It allows open burning for specific purposes, such as fire-training exercises and agricultural purposes, if a permit is obtained from the local open burning official. The bill also sets compensation for district and deputy fire wardens, trained firefighters, and laborers on an hourly basis, subject to approval by the Commissioner of Administrative Services. Volunteer fire companies can be compensated under certain conditions.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DD
2
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

ENV Vote Tally Sheet (Joint Favorable)

33 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

R

Calendar

Feb 20

12:00 AM

Environment Public Hearing

History

Mar 17

House

Reported Out of Legislative Commissioners' Office

Mar 17

House

Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, House

Mar 17

House

House Calendar Number 53