The Senate Resolution No. 16 proposes the approval of a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Connecticut and the Connecticut State Police Union (NP-1), which was submitted for approval on April 23, 2025. The resolution has been reported favorably by the Senate Committee on Appropriations and is set to be adopted by the Senate. The agreement includes a general wage increase of 2.5% for the fiscal year 2026, along with associated fringe benefits costs.

The total estimated cost of the agreement is approximately $4.39 million for FY 26 and $4.45 million for FY 27, which includes wages and fringe benefits. Municipalities that employ resident state troopers will incur costs of about $301,675 in FY 26 and $305,967 in FY 27, as they are responsible for a portion of the expenses related to these troopers. The resolution outlines the financial implications and the breakdown of costs associated with the agreement, indicating that the cost increases will continue into future years.