Publications
Recent Publications

State Statutory References to the CDC
2025-R-0056This report provides a list of Connecticut statutes that reference the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Gubernatorial Lines of Succession
2025-R-0055This report describes the gubernatorial lines of succession in all 50 states.

Comparison of Parole Boards in Connecticut and Neighboring States
2025-R-0052This report compares Connecticut's parole board with those of neighboring states, including the boards' composition and authority and provisions related to members' appointments and required qualifications and training.

Mandated Standardized Testing, Performance and Accountability in Connecticut K-12 Education
2025-R-0050This report discusses current statewide standardized testing in Connecticut as well as education-based performance and accountability measures.

Connecticut Penal Code - Updated and Revised
2025-R-0048This report lists all crimes in the Connecticut Penal Code (Title 53a of the General Statutes) and their penalties.

Cannabis Law and Price Comparisons With Certain Northeast States
2025-R-0045This report compares the recreational cannabis markets and regulation across select Northeast states, specifically their (1) state and local taxes; (2) restrictions on product advertisements, labeling, packaging, and potency; (3) cannabis sales for 2024; and (4) product sales categories and prices per gram.

Animal Control Officers
2025-R-0044This report provides an overview of the Connecticut statutory requirements for and responsibilities of animal control officers. It also discusses whether they are police officers or peace officers under state law.

State Income Tax Incentives for Active Teachers
2025-R-0040This report describes the state income tax incentives different states provide to active teachers, and which of these programs were enacted in the last 10 years.

Low-Income Energy and Water Advisory Board
2025-R-0022This report describes the Low-Income Energy and Water Advisory Board, including its duties and membership.

Factors Behind Connecticut's High Electric Rates
2025-R-0008This report describes (1) why Connecticut's electric rates are higher than those in most other states and (2) related measures taken by the legislature since 2015.