Posted on May 23, 2025

Hartford, CT – State Representative Irene Haines (R-East Haddam, East Hampton, Salem) is strongly opposing House Bill 5002, a controversial piece of legislation being pushed by majority Democrats in the General Assembly that would strip local governments of control over housing decisions and impose broad state mandates without meaningful transparency or public input. The bill […]

Posted on May 22, 2025

HARTFORD – State Representative Irene Haines (R-34) expressed strong opposition to House Bill 7259, An Act Concerning Revisions to Various Statutes Concerning Criminal Justice, which was debated and passed during Wednesday’s House session. The bill includes sweeping changes to the Trust Act that, according to Rep. Haines, compromise public safety and tie the hands of […]

Posted on May 14, 2025

Hartford, CT — State Representative Irene Haines announced her co-sponsorship of Substitute House Bill 7260, “An Act Concerning Excessive Reckless Driving,” which passed the House unanimously and now advances to the Senate for consideration. Key Provisions of HB 7260: New “Excessive Reckless Driving” Category: Targets motorists exceeding 100 mph, whether on public roads, private roads with speed limits, parking areas, […]