The General Assembly Raised Bill No. 5146 mandates the Commissioner of Economic and Community Development to conduct a study focused on the remediation and development of brownfields within the state. The bill requires the commissioner to submit a report detailing the findings of this study to the relevant joint standing committee of the General Assembly by February 1, 2026. This initiative aims to address the challenges and opportunities associated with brownfield sites, which are often underutilized due to contamination concerns.

The bill introduces new legal language, specifically stating that the study will be conducted as a new section effective from the date of passage. There are no deletions from current law in this bill, as it primarily establishes a new requirement for the commissioner without altering existing statutes. The overall purpose of the bill is to enhance the understanding and management of brownfield sites to promote their redevelopment and economic potential.