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CT ‘Work, Live, Ride’ housing bill unlikely to pass, lawmakers say

The House passed the bill days ago, but as the final hours of session ticked by, it became clear that it wouldn’t make it through the Senate.

An amended version of the Work, Live, Ride bill passed in committee, marking a step forward for a major CT zoning measure.

Advocates want to extend a law that prohibits no-fault evictions to all renters and to increase housing density near public transit hubs.

Towns that agree to zone for more housing near transit stations would have access to money for infrastructure improvements under the plan.

The bills aimed to address affordability amid rising housing costs, but as the legislature nears adjournment, their fate is uncertain.

The bill supports transit-oriented development in Connecticut. Opponents say it won’t work for every town.

The study by Desegregate CT was released as lawmakers, who are divided over zoning reforms, prepare to tackle the issue.

Housing advocates have been trying to seize the moment, pushing a reluctant legislature to think more broadly about racism.