State House of Representatives passes the bill 86-63 . ` The measure now goes to Gov. Rick Scott for his signature or veto. The bill , however , is prospective in nature , meaning that it would not apply to those already sentenced to death . Connecticut would be 5th state in 5 years to abolish capital punishment .
State House of Representatives passes the bill 86-63 . ` The measure now goes to Gov. Rick Scott for his signature or veto. Connecticut would be 5th state in 5 years to abolish capital punishment .