Governor's Bill No. 91 seeks to enhance the investigative authority of the Inspector General and establish designated "protected areas" within the state. The bill amends Section 53a-3 of the general statutes by redefining key legal terms, including replacing the phrase "a United States marshal or deputy marshal, any special agent of the federal government authorized to enforce the provisions of Title 21 of the United States Code" with "any federal law enforcement officer, as defined in 18 USC 115(c)(1) or 34 USC 50301(5)." This change broadens the definition of "peace officer." Furthermore, the bill introduces a new definition for "protected area," which encompasses various locations such as schools, medical facilities, and places of worship, and outlines the conditions under which law enforcement may operate in these areas.

The bill establishes specific regulations for law enforcement actions in protected areas, state facilities, and municipal facilities, which include buildings and grounds owned or operated by state or municipal governments. It stipulates that law enforcement may detain or arrest individuals in these areas only with proper documentation, such as a judicial warrant or evidence of serious criminal offenses, except in exigent circumstances like national security threats. Additionally, a designated individual must review any documentation before law enforcement can proceed with detaining individuals based on civil offenses. Violations of these provisions are classified as a breach of the peace in the second degree. The bill is set to take effect upon passage, with certain provisions becoming effective on July 1, 2026.