Bill > HB07004

This bill makes technical changes to the existing law regarding interlocal agreements between municipalities in Connecticut. Specifically, the bill modifies the language around how municipalities can jointly perform functions, replacing the phrase "the provisions" with "any provision" to create a more flexible and inclusive framework. The bill clarifies that municipalities, which are defined broadly to include not just cities and towns but also various types of districts (such as metropolitan or municipal districts), can enter into agreements to jointly perform any function that each individual municipality could perform separately. These agreements must be made pursuant to existing sections 7-339a to 7-339l of the state statutes. The changes are designed to streamline and simplify the process for municipalities to collaborate on shared functions, removing potential legal barriers or ambiguities in the existing language. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, providing ample time for municipalities to prepare for and understand the updated provisions.

Housing and Urban Affairs

Planning and Development Committee (J)

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