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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
03/03/2026
03/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
To require the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection to establish and administer an annual program to provide free-of-charge swimming lessons to certain children.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) to create and run a yearly program offering free swimming lessons to children under seventeen years old who meet specific criteria, such as living in a designated low-income area, being eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), or qualifying for the Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). The program, which is set to begin by May 1, 2027, and will operate annually during the summer months, can utilize available funding and may partner with non-profit organizations to deliver the lessons and water safety instruction. The DEEP is also authorized to accept donations to support the program.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Education
Sponsors (2)
Other Sponsors (1)
Committee on Children (Other)
Last Action
Filed with Legislative Commissioners' Office (on 03/04/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/cgabillstatus/cgabillstatus.asp?selBillType=Bill&bill_num=SB00263&which_year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.cga.ct.gov/2026/TOB/S/PDF/2026SB-00263-R00-SB.PDF |
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