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This bill proposes to amend Chapter 13b of the general statutes to mandate an independent assessment for all transportation infrastructure projects or transportation-related projects that involve a capital expenditure. Specifically, the assessment must be conducted before the Department of Transportation (DOT) determines the funding source for a project. The goal of this legislative change is to increase transparency in transportation project planning and funding. By requiring an independent evaluation prior to finalizing project financing, the bill aims to provide additional oversight and ensure that transportation infrastructure investments are thoroughly examined from an objective perspective before public funds are committed. This approach could help identify potential issues, validate project costs, and give stakeholders more confidence in the decision-making process for significant transportation infrastructure investments.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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