SB00456

An Act Concerning A Grant Program For Wildlife Rehabilitation Facilities In The State.

Introduced·3/6/26

Establishes a grant program for nonprofit wildlife rehabilitation facilities in Connecticut.

The bill creates a grant program for nonprofit wildlife rehabilitation organizations in Connecticut. The Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection will oversee the program, issuing grants to registered organizations that meet specified requirements. These organizations must submit annual information to the commissioner, including details about their facilities and the species they rehabilitate. The commissioner can accept funds or donations for the grants, which will be held in a dedicated account in the General Fund.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

ENV Vote Tally Sheet (Joint Favorable Substitute)

34 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 13

12:00 AM

Environment 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 290