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CT HB07170

CT HB07170
An Act Concerning Certain Recommendations Of The Department Of Agriculture Regarding Aquaculture And Minor Revisions To Programs And Statutes Relating To The Department Of Energy And Environmental Protection.


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Introduced
03/06/2025
In Committee
06/04/2025
Crossed Over
06/04/2025
Passed
07/08/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
07/08/2025

Introduced Session

2025 General Assembly

Bill Summary

To make certain revisions to the regulation of aquaculture, such as the oyster harvest season, to support the aquaculture industry.

AI Summary

This bill makes several technical and administrative changes across various statutes related to energy, environmental protection, and aquaculture. The bill updates definitions related to radioactive materials and nuclear regulatory terminology, modifying sections of law concerning the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection's powers and responsibilities. It changes provisions for commercial fishing licenses, allowing temporary transfers in cases of license holder incapacitation or family medical needs, and establishes new rules for transferring licenses between individuals. The bill also removes several existing statutes, including those related to specific environmental and fishing regulations, and updates references to state authorities like the Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority and Materials Innovation and Recycling Authority. Additionally, the bill provides the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection with expanded capabilities for managing infrastructure, constructing service roads and trails, and adjusting certain monetary thresholds for projects. The changes aim to streamline administrative processes, update regulatory language, and provide more flexibility in managing environmental and fishing-related programs.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Other Sponsors (1)

Environment Committee (J)

Last Action

Signed by the Governor (on 07/08/2025)

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