The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6448, seeks to allocate funding specifically for helicopter search and rescue operations. It proposes an appropriation of three hundred thousand dollars to the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection from the General Fund for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, June 30, 2027, and for each fiscal year thereafter. This funding is designated for the New Milford Police Department to support the maintenance of helicopters utilized in search and rescue missions across the state.

The bill emphasizes the importance of providing critical financial resources to enhance the capabilities of emergency services in conducting search and rescue operations. By ensuring that the New Milford Police Department has the necessary funds to maintain their helicopters, the bill aims to improve the overall effectiveness and readiness of these operations, ultimately benefiting public safety and emergency response efforts in Connecticut.