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| Date | No. | Title | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6/04 | HB 7192 | Authorizes the Implementation of Connecticut's Bipartisan Drug Task Force Recommendations | Bill Passed - Senate (32 - 4) |
| 5/30 | HB 6990 | Classifies Digital Wallets as "Property" and Authorizes Law Enforcement to Seize Them as Assets in Criminal Cases | Bill Passed - Senate (36 - 0) |
| 5/30 | HB 7042 | Authorizes Lawsuits Against the Firearm Industry | Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 11) |
| 5/30 | HB 7042 | Authorizes Lawsuits Against the Firearm Industry | Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 11) |
| 5/27 | HB 7259 | Amends and Strengthens the State's Existing Trust Act which Limits Cooperation Between State and Local Law Enforcement and Federal Immigration Authorities | Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 11) |
| 5/22 | HB 7132 | Amends Certain Statutes for Traffic Stops | Bill Passed - Senate (35 - 0) |
| 5/14 | SB 2 | Establishes Artificial Intelligence Regulations | Bill Passed - Senate (32 - 4) |
| 5/14 | SB 1446 | Establishes Increased Fines for Roaming Dogs | Bill Passed - Senate (34 - 2) |