Bill > HB07084

This bill establishes a working group to develop an economic development and tourism plan specifically for the greater Mystic area, which includes the towns of Groton and Stonington. The working group will be tasked with creating proposals for developing and expanding tourist destinations, examining transportation options to reduce traffic congestion (such as water taxis, bike lanes, trolley services, and train access), analyzing alternatives to alleviate parking and traffic pressures, and considering recommendations from a previous working group report. The group will consist of key stakeholders including legislative committee chairs, state commissioners, local elected officials, and traffic authority representatives, with additional members appointed by the commerce committee chairs. The working group is required to hold its first meeting within 60 days of the bill's effective date and must submit a comprehensive report with recommendations to the relevant legislative committees by February 1, 2026. After submitting the report, the working group will be dissolved. The bill aims to strategically improve economic development and tourism infrastructure in the Mystic area by bringing together various local and state officials to collaborate on comprehensive solutions.

Business and Industry

Commerce Committee (J)

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