Senate Bill No. 1081 mandates the Commissioners of Economic and Community Development and Transportation to jointly conduct an economic study on the areas surrounding the Mohegan-Pequot Bridge, located in Montville and Preston. The study aims to assess whether the bridge's capacity adequately serves the surrounding areas, considering factors such as traffic flow, potential impacts from nearby development projects (including the Great Wolf Lodge, Preston Riverwalk Project, Thames River Development, and the Preston Incinerator site), and the implications of a potential closure or restriction of the Gold Star Memorial Bridge. The results of the study, along with any recommendations for the rehabilitation of the Mohegan-Pequot Bridge, must be submitted to the relevant standing committees of the General Assembly by July 1, 2026.

The bill incurs a one-time cost of $1 million in FY 26, primarily for consulting services needed to complete the study. The Department of Economic and Community Development is expected to lead the study, while the Department of Transportation will provide support using existing resources, as they are already initiating a related transportation corridor study. The fiscal impact is limited to the specified fiscal year and does not extend into future years.