Substitute House Bill No. 6883, also known as Public Act No. 25-70, aims to enhance the protection of the locations of shelters and transitional housing for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. The bill repeals Section 8-360 of the general statutes and introduces new provisions that prevent public agencies from disclosing any information that could reveal the location of such shelters or transitional housing. Specifically, it states that public agencies shall not disclose this information and allows for portions of meetings discussing these topics to be held in executive session to further safeguard the locations.

The bill modifies existing legal language by removing the requirement that public agencies disclose certain information and inserting provisions that explicitly protect the confidentiality of shelter locations. This legislative change is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and reflects a commitment to ensuring the safety and privacy of individuals seeking refuge from domestic violence and sexual assault.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 8-360
GOS Joint Favorable Substitute: 8-360
File No. 82: 8-360
File No. 923: 8-360
Public Act No. 25-70: 8-360