The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 1118, aims to amend section 1-1j of the general statutes to prohibit state agencies from requiring the payment or processing of state license fees through third-party entities that impose additional processing or transaction fees on licensees. The bill specifically inserts language that ensures no state agency can mandate such payment methods that would result in extra costs for individuals seeking licenses.

The intent of this legislation is to protect licensees from incurring additional fees that are not part of the original license cost, thereby streamlining the payment process and reducing financial burdens on individuals. By eliminating the possibility of third-party fees, the bill seeks to enhance transparency and fairness in the licensing process.