Bill > HB06673

This bill requires the Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) to develop and implement a comprehensive habitat management plan for state highways with six key objectives. The plan aims to improve roadside ecosystems and transportation infrastructure by replanting native trees and shrubs, creating connections to pollinator pathways, reducing maintenance activities like mowing and tree cutting, establishing noise pollution buffers, preventing invasive species regrowth, and implementing strategies to slow down vehicle speeds. By focusing on native vegetation and ecological restoration, the bill seeks to enhance biodiversity, support local wildlife such as birds and pollinators, and potentially reduce long-term maintenance costs for the state. The proposed changes would be incorporated into Chapter 242 of the state's general statutes, signaling a strategic approach to managing roadside environments that balances transportation infrastructure needs with environmental conservation goals.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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