House Bill No. 5452 mandates that the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) cover all lifecycle costs incurred by municipalities participating in the Connecticut Land Mobile Radio Network (CLMRN), a state-wide public safety telecommunications system. "Lifecycle costs" refer to the expenses necessary to maintain the functionality and compatibility of the software and hardware used by municipalities within the network. The bill also requires the DESPP commissioner to create a plan aimed at encouraging municipal participation in CLMRN, which must include an assessment of current participation, identification of infrastructure needs, and strategies for cost reduction. This plan is to be submitted to the Public Safety and Security Committee by January 1, 2027.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, with the requirement for the DESPP plan effective immediately upon passage. The fiscal impact of the bill indicates that the state will incur costs of at least $1,347,500 annually starting in FY 27, as it assumes responsibility for the lifecycle costs previously borne by municipalities. This shift is expected to result in equivalent savings for participating municipalities. Additionally, the bill anticipates one-time costs of approximately $100,000 in FY 27 for the development of the participation plan.