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SB 425

AN ACT REQUIRING ANNUAL STATE AGENCY PERFORMANCE PLANS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Paul Cicarella and 3 co-sponsors

Connecticut requires all state agencies to submit annual performance plans with measurable goals, establishing accountability metrics for government operations and public service delivery.

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Bill Summary · SB 425

Legislative bill overview

SB 425 mandates that all state agencies in Connecticut develop and submit annual performance plans to the state. These plans would establish measurable goals and accountability metrics for agency operations and service delivery. The bill creates a structured framework for monitoring how effectively state government functions are being executed.

Why is this important

Government accountability and transparency directly affect whether taxpayer resources are used efficiently and whether public services meet citizen needs. Annual performance plans create documented benchmarks that allow legislators, oversight committees, and the public to evaluate whether agencies are delivering on their mandates. This mechanism can identify underperforming programs early and justify budget allocations based on demonstrated results rather than historical spending patterns.

Potential points of contention

  • Administrative burden: State agencies may argue that developing comprehensive annual performance plans diverts resources from actual service delivery and creates compliance costs, particularly for smaller agencies with limited staff
  • Measurability challenges: Defining meaningful performance metrics for complex services (education, social services, public safety) is difficult; poorly designed metrics could incentivize gaming the system rather than genuine improvement
  • Oversight capacity: The legislation doesn't specify which body reviews these plans or what enforcement mechanisms exist if agencies underperform, potentially creating accountability theater without consequences

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

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