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HB 5220

AN ACT INCREASING THE COMPENSATION OF STATE PROPERTIES REVIEW BOARD MEMBERS.

2026 Regular Session

Connecticut bill expands State Properties Review Board membership and raises member compensation, affecting state property oversight decisions and budget allocations.

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Bill Summary · HB 5220

Legislative bill overview

HB 5220 proposes to expand the State Properties Review Board by increasing both its membership size and the compensation levels for board members. The bill has been referred to the Joint Committee on Government Administration and Elections and is scheduled for a public hearing in late February 2026.

Why is this important

The State Properties Review Board oversees state-owned property transactions and decisions, so expanding its membership could affect how efficiently these decisions are made and what perspectives are represented. Changes to compensation directly impact the state budget and the board's ability to attract qualified members, which influences the quality of property management decisions affecting taxpayers.

Potential points of contention

  • Budget impact: Increased compensation for existing and new members represents additional state spending that must be justified against other budget priorities
  • Board efficiency: Larger boards can provide more perspectives but may slow decision-making processes for state property matters
  • Justification for changes: The bill's rationale for why current membership and compensation levels are inadequate is unclear without additional context or testimony

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

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