House Bill No. 5256, also known as Public Act No. 26-132, modifies the process for initiating local legislation in the General Assembly. The bill repeals Section 2-14 of the general statutes and introduces new provisions that require special legislation to be requested by local government entities, such as towns, cities, or boroughs. This request must be made through a resolution adopted by a two-thirds vote of the governing body or by a majority vote of the town meeting in towns without such a body. Additionally, the bill allows for the initiation of special legislation through a petition signed by at least ten percent of the electors of the local government, which must be filed with the local clerk.

The bill also removes the requirement for the local clerk to file a certified copy of the resolution or petition with the Secretary of the State at least ten days before the General Assembly session. This change streamlines the process by eliminating the need for this filing, thereby simplifying the procedure for local governments to request special legislation. The new provisions will take effect on October 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 2-14
GOS Joint Favorable: 2-14
File No. 322: 2-14
Public Act No. 26-132: 2-14