State • Connecticut
SB 431: AN ACT CONCERNING PALLIATIVE AND HOSPICE CARE IN LITCHFIELD COUNTY.
Stephen HardingEnacted
SB 431 status: Enacted — SIGNED BY GOVERNOR (updated Jun 2, 2026).
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What this bill does
Overall score
Score75/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactModerate impact 40/100
Bill summary
OfficialAN ACT CONCERNING PALLIATIVE AND HOSPICE CARE IN LITCHFIELD COUNTY.. Currently in Senate.
Key analysis
Constitutionality100%
Bipartisan85%
Public opinion90%
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Impact analysis
Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct impact on environmental policy.
Risks
- No direct impact on environmental policy.
Economy
Positive Outlook
60%
Benefits
- Potential for localized investment in health infrastructure.
- Improved care delivery efficiency.
Risks
- Costs associated with studies and pilot program administration.
- Budgetary resources prioritized for a specific county.
Society
Positive Outlook
75%
Benefits
- Increases access to palliative care for Litchfield County residents.
- Addresses regional healthcare service gaps.
Risks
- Geographically limited scope may exclude residents in other under-served areas.
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Warning
Regional scope may lead to equitable distribution concerns if not replicated elsewhere.
Limitation
Source information is limited to a brief summary.
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Where it stands
SIGNED BY GOVERNOR
Introduced
CompleteCommittee
CompleteFloor
CompleteGovernor
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