Virtual Public Hearing Information

I have been getting some excellent questions about the virtual public hearing process. All committees have their own rules on how each hearing is conducted. However, there are a few basics you should know about testifying virtually:

• Bill information can be found at cga.ct.gov
• Each bill will indicate what committee the bill is being considered by and when it is being heard
• Find the committee webpage by using the top navigation bar on the CGA website
• The committee page will have a link to its public hearing information

Committee members read all pieces of testimony that are submitted on a bill. Telling your story is one of the most powerful ways to influence the legislature. Here are some tips on writing testimony:

• Tell the committee members how the new law would impact you
• Follow the instructions and submit to the committee directly
• Be sure to copy me in the CC line of the email, so I can make sure the committee received the testimony
• Follow instructions to sign-up through zoom.

The public hearing process is long. I certainly encourage you to testify remotely, but submitting written testimony is also sufficient for the committee’s consideration.

If you need more information, you can check out our virtual guide at: www.cthouserepublicans.com/vritual-guide