Posted on August 28, 2024
House and Senate Republicans met on Tuesday to announce our petition for a special legislative session aimed at tackling the persistent issue of high electric rates in Connecticut. We emphasized the urgency of addressing this matter promptly to serve the best interests of the state’s residents. Delaying action until the 2025 regular session would only exacerbate the financial burden on families as electricity costs…
Posted on August 16, 2024
“I am beyond concerned over this tone-deaf decision by PURA to approve an $80 million increase, this time to enhance the EV charging grid.
Decisions like this have serious consequences for the people of our state, and adds insult to injury after last month’s significant utility bill increases. Once again, I urge a special session be called by Democrats for the good of the people of Connecticut.” – State Representative Irene Haines
Posted on August 5, 2024
I am appalled by the astronomical rate increases being imposed on the residents of Connecticut. We are one of the most expensive states to live and do business in as it is. These increases due to poor planning and policy once again impact our hard working-families. We as a legislature need to find real solutions for what is becoming an affordability crisis in Connecticut.
Decisions made by the state have a significant impact on your monthly bill, such as roughly four years of moratoriums on service…