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Read. Follow. Verify.Connecticut bill authorizes $2.77M state bond for Catholic Charities facility repairs in Newington
Last action · February 10, 2026: Referred to Joint Committee on Finance, Revenue and BondingSponsors: Gary Turco and 1 other
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What This Bill Proposed
State lawmakers have introduced a bill to authorize up to $2,770,075 in state bonds for building and grounds renovations at Catholic Charities, Inc. in Newington. The Department of Economic and Community Development would distribute these funds as a .
The measure directs millions in state borrowing toward capital improvements for a specific non-profit facility, altering state debt allocations without affecting direct tax rates.
Who It Would Have Affected
Groups the bill's text would have affected, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Catholic Charities, Inc.
Catholic Charities, Inc. stands to receive a state grant-in-aid of up to $2,770,075 for facility repairs and renovations.
Persons with intellectual disabilities
Individuals utilizing services at the Newington facility experience changes to the condition of the buildings and grounds where programs are provided.
Department of Economic and Community Development
The department is tasked with utilizing bond proceeds to administer the grant-in-aid.
Key Facts
- The bill authorizes the State Bond Commission to issue state bonds in an aggregate principal amount not exceeding $2,770,075.
- The grant is designated for repairs and renovations of the building and grounds located at 652 Willard Avenue in Newington.
- The funding aims to support facilities used to provide services for persons with intellectual disabilities.
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This bill did not become law - Died at adjournment · in House committee.
Procedural history
1 action- Feb 10, 2026Connecticut General AssemblyCommitteeReferred to Joint Committee on Finance, Revenue and Bonding
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Analysis Score
0–100- Significance20Lowered because this bill did not pass (its text scored 35)
- Controversy10Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
- Entertainment5Compellingness for a non-policy-wonk reader
- Buzz15Current news / social attention level
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