HB05281

An Act Concerning Planning And Development.

Chamber Passed·5/6/26

Connecticut HB05281 amends publication requirements for actions or decisions of a planning commission.

Connecticut HB05281 repeals and replaces Section 8-28 of the general statutes to clarify publication requirements for actions or decisions of a planning commission. Effective October 1, 2026, notice of all official actions or decisions, including those related to the approval or denial of subdivision plans, must be published in a newspaper with substantial circulation in the municipality within fifteen days. This act aims to ensure transparency and timely public notification of planning commission activities.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 85–64 · May 6
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
3
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

77 Yea

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72 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 27

12:00 AM

Planning and Development Public Hearing

History

May 6

House

House Adopted House Amendment Schedule A 6187

May 6

House

House Passed as Amended by House Amendment Schedule A

May 6

Senate

Transmitted Pursuant To Joint Rule 17