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SB 21

AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR SCHOOL-BASED HEALTH CENTERS IN EASTERN CONNECTICUT.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Aundré Bumgardner and 1 co-sponsor

Connecticut bill directs state funding to establish or expand school-based health centers in Eastern Connecticut to improve student healthcare access and reduce educational disruption.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Appropriations
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Bill Summary · SB 21

Legislative bill overview

SB 21 proposes funding mechanisms for school-based health centers (SBHCs) specifically in Eastern Connecticut. The bill has been referred to the Joint Committee on Appropriations, indicating it involves budgetary considerations. The specific funding amount, source, and operational details are not provided in the available information.

Why is this important

School-based health centers improve healthcare access for students, particularly in underserved rural areas like Eastern Connecticut, by reducing barriers to preventive care and treatment. Adequate funding for these centers can reduce student absenteeism, improve health outcomes, and reduce burden on emergency departments. However, this requires identifying sustainable funding sources in a fiscally constrained budget environment.

Potential points of contention

  • Regional equity concerns: Dedicating funds specifically to Eastern Connecticut may raise questions about whether other regions with health disparities receive comparable investment
  • Funding source debate: Lawmakers may disagree on whether to fund this through general revenue, grants, local contributions, or reallocation from existing programs
  • Scope and services: Disagreement may exist over what services SBHCs should provide and whether funding is sufficient for proposed operations

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

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