Bill Buckbee

Posted on May 21, 2025

Memorial Day is more than a long weekend—it’s a time to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Originally known as Decoration Day, this holiday began after the Civil War and has grown into a National Day of Remembrance for all who died in military […]

Posted on May 2, 2025

On Thursday, Connecticut House Republicans released our Reality Check Budget a $54.4 billion, two-year proposal designed to promote affordability, fiscal discipline, and long-term economic sustainability for our state. The budget is $1.2 billion less than the Democrats’ plan, remains under the state’s spending cap, and reflects a commitment to honest, sustainable budgeting. To view our […]

Posted on April 25, 2025

Last night, I had the distinct honor of being invited to the Connecticut Hockey Hall of Fame ceremony by the Capriglione family to celebrate the induction of their very own Nate. It was an incredible evening, filled with emotion, pride, and a true sense of community. Nate’s induction is a remarkable achievement, not only for […]

Posted on April 14, 2025

Despite recent pushback against new tariffs, Connecticut Democrats are currently debating a proposed 2-cent-per-ounce tax on beverages containing sugar and artificial sweeteners. If passed, this would increase the cost of sodas, juices, and other sweetened drinks. For example, a 12-ounce soda would see an additional 24-cent tax—on top of the 10-cent bottle redemption fee and […]

Posted on March 24, 2025

Over the last few weeks, Connecticut House Republicans questioned various leaders of the majority party about the use of “dummy bills” – placeholder pieces of legislation that bypass key stages of legislative scrutiny. These bills are intentionally left empty at first, allowing them to move through the committee process with little to no content. Once […]