Substitute House Bill No. 7225 designates the spring peeper, scientifically known as Pseudacris crucifer, as the official state amphibian of Connecticut. Additionally, the bill declares the city of New Britain as the hot dog capital of the state. Both designations are set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

The bill does not introduce any fiscal impact on the state or municipalities, as indicated in the fiscal note accompanying the legislation. The provisions of the bill are new insertions into the law, with no deletions from existing statutes. The Government Administration and Elections Committee reported the bill favorably, reflecting a majority support for its passage.