Substitute House Bill No. 5243 establishes a working group tasked with developing an economic development and tourism plan for the greater Mystic area, specifically the towns of Groton and Stonington. The plan will focus on several key areas, including identifying potential funding sources for the restoration of a breakwater in Stonington Harbor, exploring transportation options to reduce traffic congestion and parking issues, and considering infrastructure improvements to enhance accessibility and coastal resiliency. The working group will consist of various state officials and local representatives, including the chairpersons and ranking members of the relevant legislative committee, commissioners from several state departments, and elected officials from Groton and Stonington.

The bill mandates that the working group submit a report detailing its findings and recommendations to the legislative committee by January 1, 2027, after which the group will be dissolved. The bill does not impose any fiscal impact on the state or municipalities, as it is expected that the members will possess the necessary expertise or will consult with relevant experts to fulfill the group's objectives. The new legal language introduced in this bill includes the establishment of the working group and its specific duties, while no existing legal language is deleted.