OLR Bill Analysis

SB 200

AN ACT CONCERNING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE COORDINATING ADVISORY BOARD TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY SERVICES AND PUBLIC PROTECTION.

SUMMARY:

This bill expands, from 15 to 16, the membership of the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) Coordinating Advisory Board by adding the executive director of the Connecticut Council of Small Towns or a designee. This board, established in 2011, advises DESPP on emergency response and related issues. Its current membership includes representatives from fire, police, health, emergency services, and municipal bodies.

EFFECTIVE DATE: July 1, 2012

COMMITTEE ACTION

Public Safety and Security Committee

Joint Favorable