*WATCH* Buckbee Speaks Against New Tax on Cell Phones and Tablets

Posted on March 21, 2024


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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. 5446AN 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

Early Voting: What You Need to Know

Posted on March 18, 2024


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Early voting was approved by Connecticut voters in 2022. During the 2023 legislative session, the General Assembly authorized in-person early voting for elections held after April 1, 2024. Under this schedule, the first election utilizing early voting will be the Presidential Preference Primary on April 2, 2024.

The early voting dates for this election have been modified to reflect the Good Friday holiday and Easter Sunday. Early Voting will be held Tuesday, March 26 through Thursday, March

Buckbee Participates in Read Across America

Posted on March 4, 2024


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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

Buckbee, Republicans Offer Solutions to Lower Electricity Rates

Posted on February 23, 2024


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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.

Security & Service

Posted on February 2, 2024


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On Thursday morning, House Republicans held a news conference to unveil proposals crafted to make Connecticut a more affordable place to live. These proposals can be found within a larger framework called, Security & Service.” Guiding principles within the set of proposals will help maintain the state’s fiscal stability while seeking to reduce expenses for Connecticut families, businesses, and individuals.

View our news conference by clicking below.

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Energy & Environment Roundtable

Posted on January 25, 2024


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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, Major Issues, Session Resources

Posted on January 18, 2024


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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

New Year, New Laws

Posted on December 28, 2023


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As we welcome the New Year, many new state laws will become effective on Monday, January 1st. These include tax cuts, which were approved in the 2023 budget agreement, (1) to adjust the tax schedule impacting retirees living on fixed incomes, (2) create eligibility for an Earned Income Tax Credit, and (3) decrease certain income tax rates.

The changes enacted for 2024 will decrease the two lowest income tax rates:

  • The 3% rate on the first $10,000 earned by single filers and the first $20,000 by

Bring Me Back Home Registry through DESPP

Posted on December 21, 2023


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Connecticut’s Dept. of Emergency Services and Public Protection has launched the “Bring Me Back Home” program. This initiative encourages those to sign-up to a registry, which can be easily accessed by local law enforcement. The provided information and photo, accessible through the COLLECT criminal justice and safety system, helps first responders and families reunite with individuals living with cognitive challenges, such as Dementia or Autism.

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Buckbee, Human Services Committee Votes to Allow Family Members to be Compensated as Caregivers

Posted on December 13, 2023


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Photo: State Rep. Jay Case, State Sen. Lisa Seminara, State Rep. Bill Buckbee, and New Milford resident Monika Nugent are pictured at the Legislative Office Building following Wednesday’s waiver vote.

HARTFORD – On Wednesday, December 13, the Appropriations and Human Services Committee approved a new waiver requirement for services through the Department of Development Services (DDS). Within this waiver requirement update, a provision of Public Act 23-137 will be enacted to allow immediate family

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