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SB 1023

AN ACT INCREASING THE FEES THAT MAY BE CHARGED BY A NOTARY PUBLIC.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by John Kissel

SB 1023 increases permitted fees for Connecticut notary public services, potentially raising transaction costs for real estate, lending, and document authentication services.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Judiciary
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Bill Summary · SB 1023

Legislative bill overview

SB 1023 proposes to increase the fees that notary publics in Connecticut are permitted to charge for their services. The bill was introduced by Senator John Kissel and has been referred to the Joint Committee on Judiciary for review. This is a straightforward fee adjustment measure affecting a routine administrative service.

Why is this important

Notary public services are used frequently for legal documents, property transactions, affidavits, and power-of-attorney forms. Fee increases directly affect everyday citizens and businesses that rely on notarization, potentially adding costs to real estate closings, loan applications, and other transactions. Current fee caps in Connecticut may not reflect inflation or the actual cost of providing these services over time.

Potential points of contention

  • Consumer impact: Higher notary fees could increase costs for homebuyers, business owners, and individuals needing document authentication, particularly in real estate and lending transactions
  • Fee structure clarity: The bill text doesn't specify how much fees would increase or whether increases apply uniformly to all notarization services or differentially by document type
  • Access to services: While increased fees may allow notaries to sustain their business, they could also reduce affordability for lower-income individuals requiring notarization services

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

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