Senate Bill No. 366 aims to enhance the reporting requirements for police officers and other agencies concerning motor vehicle accidents and emergency medical conditions. The bill amends section 14-108a of the general statutes, mandating that police officers investigating accidents involving fatalities, injuries, or property damage exceeding $1,000 must submit a report to the Commissioner of Transportation within five days and make it available to involved parties and witnesses within thirty days. Additionally, a new requirement is introduced under section 7-294pp, which obligates peace officers to prepare a report for any incident where a person experiences an emergency medical condition in their presence, also to be completed within five days and provided to the individual upon request.

The bill defines "emergency medical condition" and "medically unstable" to clarify the circumstances under which reports must be generated. An "emergency medical condition" is defined as one that prompts a prudent layperson to seek immediate medical attention to avoid serious jeopardy, while "medically unstable" refers to conditions that could reasonably lead to an emergency. The bill also specifies the designation of "peace officers," which includes various law enforcement personnel. The effective date for the bill is set for October 1, 2026, and it is anticipated to incur costs for state agencies and municipal police departments due to the increased reporting obligations. The legislation reflects a joint favorable action from the Public Safety and Security Committee, with a vote of 16 in favor and 13 against on March 17, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 7-294pp
PS Joint Favorable: 7-294pp
File No. 279: 7-294pp