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HB 5452

AN ACT CONCERNING MUNICIPAL PARTICIPATION IN THE CONNECTICUT LAND MOBILE RADIO NETWORK AND RELATED COSTS.

2026 Regular Session

Bill authorizes Connecticut municipalities to join a statewide emergency radio network and establishes cost-sharing framework for system participation and operations.

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Bill Summary · HB 5452

Legislative bill overview

HB 5452 authorizes municipalities in Connecticut to participate in the Connecticut Land Mobile Radio Network (CLMRN) and establishes a framework for how costs associated with this participation will be allocated and funded. The bill addresses both the logistics of municipal enrollment in this statewide emergency communications system and the financial mechanisms to support ongoing operations.

Why is this important

Land Mobile Radio Networks are critical infrastructure for emergency response, allowing police, fire, EMS, and other first responders to communicate across jurisdictional boundaries during crises. This bill ensures municipalities can access standardized emergency communications infrastructure, improving coordination during disasters and reducing response times. The cost-sharing mechanism is equally important—it determines whether smaller towns can afford participation or face budget constraints that limit their emergency capabilities.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost allocation fairness: Whether the funding formula disproportionately burdens smaller or less wealthy municipalities versus larger ones, potentially creating equity issues in emergency preparedness
  • Mandatory versus voluntary participation: Unclear whether municipalities will be required to join (with associated mandatory costs) or if participation remains optional, affecting statewide interoperability
  • Long-term financial commitments: Whether municipalities understand or can sustain the full lifecycle costs of network participation, including maintenance, upgrades, and equipment replacement over time

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

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