Conn. Gen. Stat. § 13b-86: (Formerly Sec. 16-312a). Common carrier subject to jurisdiction of department.

Each person, association, limited liability company or corporation owning or operating a motor bus is declared to be a common carrier and subject as such to the jurisdiction of the Department of Transportation and, while so operating, to such reasonable rules and regulations as said department may prescribe with respect to routes, fares, speed, schedules, continuity of service and the convenience and safety of passengers and the public.