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SB 161CONNECTICUTSession 2026State Billdead

Did Not Advance

Connecticut authorizes $35,000 in state bonds for Marlborough Fire Department projects

Original title: AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE MARLBOROUGH FIRE DEPARTMENT IN THE TOWN OF MARLBOROUGH.

Last action · February 11, 2026: Referred to Joint Committee on Finance, Revenue and BondingSponsor: Catherine A. Osten

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What This Bill Proposed

Connecticut lawmakers have introduced a proposal to empower the to issue up to $35,000 in state bonds, providing a to the Marlborough Fire Department for equipment purchases and local projects.

Why it matters

The measure directs state-backed capital funding specifically to local emergency services in Marlborough, utilizing state borrowing authority to finance municipal equipment and infrastructure needs.

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.

Directly affected

Marlborough Fire Department

Receives a grant-in-aid of up to $35,000 for purchases and projects.

Directly affected

Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection

Responsible for administering the bond proceeds to the fire department.

Key Facts

The State Bond Commission is empowered to authorize state bonds up to an aggregate amount of thirty-five thousand dollars.
The funds are designated as a grant-in-aid to the Marlborough Fire Department to complete purchases and projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money does this bill authorize for the Marlborough Fire Department?

The bill authorizes up to $35,000 in state bonds for a .

Which state agency oversees the distribution of these bond proceeds?

The Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection uses the proceeds to provide the grant.

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Where This Stands

This bill did not become law - Died at adjournment · in Senate committee.

Procedural history

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Feb 11, 2026Connecticut General AssemblyCommittee
Referred to Joint Committee on Finance, Revenue and Bonding

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Connected Entities

Marlborough, Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, Marlborough Fire Department and 1 more

locationMarlborough“Town where the fire department is located.”Map →

OrganizationDepartment of Emergency Services and Public Protection“Will use bond proceeds to provide a grant-in-aid.”Map →

OrganizationMarlborough Fire Department“Recipient of the grant-in-aid for purchases and projects.”Map →

OrganizationState Bond Commission“Empowered to authorize the issuance of state bonds.”Map →

Sources

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cga.ct.gov

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