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HB 5384

AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A PILOT PROGRAM FOR AT-RISK YOUTH.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Kadeem Roberts

Connecticut proposes a pilot program to provide targeted support services for at-risk youth, pending legislative review and education committee evaluation.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Education
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Bill Summary · HB 5384

Legislative bill overview

HB 5384 proposes establishing a pilot program in Connecticut designed to support at-risk youth through interventions and services. The bill was recently referred to the Joint Committee on Education, indicating it's in the early stages of legislative review. Specific details about program components, funding mechanisms, and target populations are not provided in the available information.

Why is this important

At-risk youth programs can address critical social issues including school dropout rates, juvenile delinquency, and mental health challenges. Pilot programs allow states to test interventions on a limited scale before potential broader implementation, helping determine effectiveness and cost-efficiency. The outcomes of this pilot could influence Connecticut's approach to youth services and education policy.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source and costs: Unclear whether the pilot will require new appropriations or redirect existing education/social service budgets, affecting competing priorities
  • Program definition and scope: The bill's vague title leaves uncertainty about what specific services, populations, and geographic areas would be included
  • Measurable outcomes and accountability: Questions about what metrics would define success and how the pilot's effectiveness would be evaluated before potential expansion

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

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