HARTFORD – The House was in session on Wednesday, April 17, and Thursday, April 18. To review all of the legislation that was considered, please click on the corresponding date and you will be provided with the House Journal.

I had the opportunity to participate in several advocacy events during our session days, including the Connecticut State Firefighters Association’s Fire Service Day. Departments from across the state visited with lawmakers to discuss critical resources and legislation impacting…

April is World Autism Month. Join us in spreading awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), what resources are available, and to dismantle negative stigma that can be associated with it. Our caucus will continue to strive to craft policies, similar to P.A. 23-137 that eliminated wait lists for services and expanded autism Medicaid waivers, that promote a more inclusive society.

Resources available:

>>>DPH, Connecticut Collaborative to Improve Autism Services (Click Here)

>>>DSS, Autism Spectrum…

Photo: State Representatives Bill Buckbee, Pat Callahan, State Sen. Stephen Harding, State Rep. Cindy Harrison, listen to remarks from FHI Studio’s Marcy Miller, senior project manager, prior to touring Route 7.

New Milford – The New Milford Delegation of State Representatives Bill Buckbee (R-67), Pat Callahan (R-108), Cindy Harrison (R-69), and Republican Senate Leader Stephen Harding (R-30), helped conduct a safety audit of Route 7 (Danbury Road). In addition to state lawmakers, New Milford’s Mayor…

HARTFORD – State Rep. Billy Buckbee (R-New Milford), who serves as the Ranking Member to the Energy & Technology Committee, opposed a new tax that would be placed on end-use wireless products, like cell phones and tablets. This tax, originating from H.B. 5446 – AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY ACCESS TELEVISION, THE CONNECTICUT TELEVISION NETWORK AND LOW-INCOME INTERNET ACCESS – would be used to create a new revenue stream for public access entities.

Buckbee opposed the bill when it was considered…

New Milford – State Rep. Billy Buckbee (R-New Milford) participated in Read Across America events at Northville and Hill & Plain elementary schools. During his visit to Northville, Buckbee read to Mrs. Hibbard’s students. While at Hill & Plain, Buckbee read to four different groups of students.

“Mrs. Hibbard was my First Grade teacher! It was great to see her, along with the students who were learning the early skills of reading. Opportunities like this really make representing the community of New…

With steep electric rate hikes on the horizon, Connecticut House and Senate Republicans today unveiled a set of policy goals which aim to bring about long-term rate reduction, long-term stability, and short-term relief for consumers.

“Many laudable energy goals are being considered, but we must weigh the accompanying policy decisions against residents’ ability to afford them. Ratepayers deserve better from their government and the ideas discussed today are a good step forward in saving them money.…

Hartford – State Rep. Bill Buckbee Thank participated in a roundtable discussion on energy and environment issues, facilitated by the CT Business & Industry Association. The meeting was held on Thursday, January 25, at the Legislative Office Building.

“We talked about many of the topics likely to come up in the 2024 session, with a focus on energy resources and associated costs. I believe we all want to diversify the resources we draw from to deliver electricity, with as little disruption to our…

Operation Fuel 

As temperatures continue to drop, I want to make you aware that Operation Fuel is accepting applications for home heating assistance. This program is funded by donations and helps hundreds of families throughout our state.

To learn more, click here.

Major Issues

The Office of Legislative Research has crafted its 2024 “Major Issues” report. This report details topics that are likely to be acted upon in the upcoming legislative session and provides a brief background on them.

To review…