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HB 7287

AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE BUDGET FOR THE BIENNIUM ENDING JUNE 30, 2027, AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS THEREFOR, AND PROVISIONS RELATED TO REVENUE AND OTHER ITEMS IMPLEMENTING THE STATE BUDGET.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Hubert Delany and 6 co-sponsors

Connecticut's $46+ billion biennial budget (FY 2026-2027) allocates state spending, adjusts revenues and taxes, and establishes fiscal policy for all government operations through June 2027.

SIGNED BY GOVERNOR
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Bill Summary · HB 7287

Legislative bill overview

HB 7287 is Connecticut's primary budget legislation for the fiscal years 2026 and 2027, authorizing total state spending and establishing revenue measures to fund government operations. The bill was signed into law on June 30, 2025, and implements comprehensive fiscal policy across all state agencies and programs.

Why is this important

State budgets directly determine funding levels for education, healthcare, transportation, social services, and public safety—core services affecting every Connecticut resident. The two-year budget cycle establishes tax policy, fee structures, and spending priorities that shape state economic conditions and public sector capacity for the next fiscal period.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue measures: The bill likely includes tax increases, fee adjustments, or new revenue sources that may be contested by taxpayers and fiscal conservatives versus those prioritizing state services
  • Spending priorities and cuts: Allocation decisions inevitably favor some constituencies (education, social programs, infrastructure, etc.) over others, generating debate about where resources should be concentrated
  • Structural budget issues: The bill may address Connecticut's known fiscal challenges including unfunded pension liabilities, healthcare cost growth, and municipal aid formulas—controversial topics with competing stakeholder interests

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

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