Senate Bill No. 1294 introduces amendments to the existing regulations governing home improvement contractors, specifically regarding advertising disclosures. The bill allows contractors to satisfy the requirement of including their registration status and registration number in advertisements by providing a link to a website where this information can be accessed. This change is intended to streamline the process for contractors while ensuring that consumers can still verify their registration status. Additionally, the bill maintains the existing requirement for contractors to exhibit their registration certificate upon request from interested parties.

The bill repeals and replaces subsection (a) of section 20-427 of the general statutes, with the new language specifying that contractors must exhibit their registration certificate and state their registration in advertisements, either directly or through a website link. The effective date for these changes is set for October 1, 2025. The bill does not have any fiscal impact on the state or municipalities, as it simply provides an alternative method for compliance with advertising requirements. Violations of these provisions would still be subject to penalties under the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act (CUTPA).