The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6716, aims to amend section 13b-79p of the general statutes to mandate the Department of Transportation to expand commuter rail lines to include the town of New Milford. This legislative change is intended to enhance public transportation options and increase ridership on Connecticut's commuter rail system.

The bill introduces new legal language that specifies the requirement for the expansion of commuter rail services to New Milford, while there are no deletions from the current law noted in the text. The overarching goal of this initiative is to improve accessibility and convenience for residents in New Milford, thereby promoting the use of public transportation in the region.