Conn. Gen. Stat. § 14-97b

On and after April 18, 1988, any motor bus purchased for use in providing fixed route bus service by the state or any transit district or other entity which receives state subsidies for such services shall be equipped with a mechanical lift or similar device which provides persons with disabilities with sufficient access to the bus. On or before September 30, 1996, all motor buses used by the state or any such transit district or other entity to provide fixed route bus service shall be so equipped.