The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 1203, seeks to authorize the issuance of state bonds to fund the establishment of a Connecticut Civil Rights Museum. Specifically, the bill empowers the State Bond Commission to issue bonds not exceeding a total of three million five hundred thousand dollars. The proceeds from these bonds will be allocated to the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities for the purpose of creating the museum.
This initiative aims to enhance the state's commitment to civil rights education and preservation by providing a dedicated space to honor and reflect on the history of civil rights in Connecticut. The bill does not include any deletions from current law, focusing solely on the new provisions for bond issuance and funding for the museum.