Connecticut § 7-261 - Full faith and credit.
Full text of Connecticut Connecticut General Statutes § 7-261 — Full faith and credit., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-261. Full faith and credit.
Sec. 7-261. Full faith and credit. Bonds or notes issued under the authority of this chapter, except those which are secured only by sewerage system use charges, shall be obligatory upon the municipality and the inhabitants and property thereof according to the tenor and purport of the same and the full faith and credit of the municipality shall be pledged to the payment thereof, whether or not such pledge is stated in the bonds or notes or in the vote authorizing their issuance, and thereafter the municipality shall appropriate in each year during which any such bonds or notes are outstanding, and there shall be available on or before the date when the same are payable, an amount of money which, together with other revenue available for such purpose, shall be sufficient to pay the principal and interest on such bonds or notes payable in that year, and there shall be included in the tax levy for each such year an amount which, together with other revenues available for such purpose, shall be sufficient to meet such appropriation.
(1949, S. 328d; P.A. 07-51, S. 2.)
History: P.A. 07-51 added reference to Sec. 7-263a, included in existing reference to “this chapter”, effective May 22, 2007.
Source: official Connecticut text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Connecticut § 7-261
What does Connecticut General Statutes § 7-261 cover?
Section 7-261 ("Full faith and credit.") is part of the Connecticut General Statutes, the codified statutory law of Connecticut. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Connecticut § 7-261?
A common citation format is "Connecticut General Statutes § 7-261" (Connecticut). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Connecticut law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Connecticut official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Connecticut attorney.
How does Connecticut § 7-261 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Connecticut can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Connecticut.