Senate Bill No. 1424, also known as Special Act No. 25-5, authorizes the International Institute for Astronautical Sciences, located in Groton, to confer degrees and grant diplomas or certificates similar to those offered by other institutions of higher education. This authority is granted in accordance with the institute's bylaws and is subject to the requirements set forth by the Office of Higher Education, as outlined in section 10a-34 of the general statutes.

The bill does not contain any deletions from current law but introduces new legal language that explicitly grants the International Institute for Astronautical Sciences the power to confer degrees, thereby enhancing its status as a recognized educational institution. The act is effective upon passage and was approved by the Governor on May 21, 2025.