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SB 162

AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE TO THE SOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT WATER AUTHORITY TO UPGRADE WATERLINES AND CONNECTIONS IN THE TOWN OF MONTVILLE.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Nick Gauthier and 4 co-sponsors

The bill authorizes up to $14M in state bonds for a DECD grant-in-aid to SCWA to upgrade waterlines and connections in Montville Manor.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Finance, Revenue and Bonding
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Bill Summary · SB 162

Summary of Bill SB 162 (2026, Connecticut)

Title

AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE TO THE SOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT WATER AUTHORITY TO UPGRADE WATERLINES AND CONNECTIONS IN THE TOWN OF MONTVILLE

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill authorizes the State Bond Commission to issue bonds (under the authority of section 3-20 of the general statutes) in aggregate principal amounts not exceeding $14,000,000.
  • Proceeds are to be used by the Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) to provide a grant-in-aid to the Southeastern Connecticut Water Authority (SCWA) for upgrading waterlines and connections in Montville Manor, Montville.

Key Provisions and Provisions Affected

  • Bond Authorization: The State can issue up to $14 million in state bonds.
  • Source of Funds: Proceeds to be provided to DECD for grant-in-aid.
  • Recipient/Use: Grants to SCWA to upgrade waterlines and connections specifically in Montville Manor, Montville.
  • Scope of Improvements: Upgrading waterlines and connections (i.e., infrastructure improvements) within the Montville Manor area.

Who/What Is Affected

  • State government finance and bonding processes (via the State Bond Commission).
  • Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) as the administering entity for the grant-in-aid.
  • Southeastern Connecticut Water Authority (SCWA) as the beneficiary of the grant for infrastructure upgrades.
  • Residents and properties within Montville Manor, Montville (potential beneficiaries of improved water service reliability, quality, and system capacity).

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Legislative action: Introduced and referred to the Joint Committee on Finance, Revenue and Bonding.
  • The bill explicitly contemplates bond issuance and grant distribution but does not specify a detailed timetable within the text provided.
  • If enacted, implementation would follow standard state bond issuance processes and grant administration by DECD, subject to applicable state statutes and any required oversight.

Administrative and Oversight Considerations

  • The bill relies on the bond-issuance authority of the State Bond Commission, consistent with existing statutory framework (section 3-20 of the general statutes).
  • Use of funds is restricted to upgrading waterlines and connections in the specified Montville area, with SCWA as the project beneficiary.

Summary Observation

SB 162 is a targeted infrastructure assistance measure designed to finance water system improvements in Montville Manor via a state-backed bond program. It channels state financial support through DECD as a grant-in-aid to SCWA, enabling improvements likely aimed at improving water reliability, capacity, and service quality for residents and properties in the Montville area.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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