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Commerce panel trims makerspace pilot to $1 million, advances bill to floor
Summary
The Commerce Committee voted to advance Senate Bill 1179, which would create the Connecticut Community Makerspace Initiative, after members approved an amendment reducing the proposed pilot funding from $5 million to $1 million and discussed oversight and delivery options.
The Commerce Committee on the final meeting of the session advanced Senate Bill 1179, which would establish the Connecticut Community Makerspace Initiative, after members approved an amendment reducing the bill's initial pilot funding from $5,000,000 to $1,000,000.
The amendment, offered during committee debate, was described by Senator Martin as a cautious step to test the new initiative: “reduce the $5,000,000 down to $1,000,000,” she said, explaining the caucus preferred a smaller initial commitment to evaluate sustainability and outcomes. The amendment carried on a voice vote and the bill, as amended, was moved out of…
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