The proposed General Assembly Raised Bill No. 505 establishes a working group tasked with studying the laws of Connecticut related to criminal justice. This study will focus on reviewing specific titles of the general statutes—titles 18, 53, 53a, and 54—with the goal of recommending legislative changes. The working group will consist of six members, each appointed by various leaders within the General Assembly, and will be supported by the administrative staff of the judiciary committee. The group is required to submit a report detailing its findings and recommendations by January 1, 2027, or upon completion of its work, whichever comes later.

The bill includes new legal language that establishes the working group and outlines its composition and responsibilities, as well as the timeline for reporting its findings. There are no deletions from current law in this bill, as it primarily introduces new provisions. The act is set to take effect upon passage, emphasizing the urgency of addressing criminal justice issues in the state.