The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6788, aims to extend the implementation of the air quality improvement grant program by an additional year. This extension is intended to provide school districts that previously missed the opportunity to apply for these grants another chance to secure funding for enhancing indoor air quality for students, educators, and school staff.

In addition to the extension, the bill introduces new provisions that allow grant recipients to utilize the funds not only for air quality improvements but also for furnace replacement and enhancements to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The specific legal language being inserted into section 10-265t of the general statutes reflects these changes, while no deletions from current law are noted in the bill text.