House Bill No. 5503 mandates that municipalities in Connecticut, specifically their water pollution control authorities (WPCAs) or boards of selectmen, must submit an annual report to the Office of Policy and Management (OPM) detailing their current wastewater capacity and any expected excess capacity for the following year. The first report is due by January 1, 2027, and must be formatted according to OPM's specifications. This new requirement is added as subsection (d) to Section 7-246 of the general statutes, effective October 1, 2026.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that if a municipality or WPCA fails to submit the required report, OPM has the authority to withhold any state funding allocated for wastewater infrastructure improvements until compliance is achieved. This provision aims to ensure accountability and proper management of wastewater resources. The bill does not alter the overall levels of General Obligation bond authorization for funding but may result in potential revenue losses for municipalities if state funds are withheld due to non-compliance.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 7-246
PD Joint Favorable: 7-246
File No. 256: 7-246