SB00416

An Act Concerning Transportation System Modernization.

Introduced·3/4/26

Connecticut SB00416 modernizes transportation systems by promoting zero-emission vehicles and freight rail use.

Connecticut SB00416 revises transportation-related statutes to modernize transportation systems. It mandates that by July 1, 2022, all school buses in environmental justice communities must be zero-emission. For distressed municipalities, 50% of school buses must be zero-emission by July 1, 2035, and 90% by July 1, 2040. The bill also establishes a rebate or voucher program for residents, municipalities, businesses, and nonprofits purchasing or leasing battery electric, plug-in hybrid electric, or fuel cell electric vehicles.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DDD
3
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

TRA Vote Tally Sheet (Joint Favorable Substitute)

25 Yea

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11 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 9

12:00 AM

Transportation Public Hearing

History

Apr 7

Senate

Reported Out of Legislative Commissioners' Office

Apr 7

Senate

Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, Senate

Apr 7

Senate

Senate Calendar Number 280