Help Republicans in our effort to petition for a special session to lower your bills.

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…

“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

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Statement from House Republican Leader Vincent J. Candelora…

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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…

I will be hosting a Legislative Town Hall Meeting in East Hampton on Wednesday, July 24th, at the East Hampton Public Library. You are encouraged to attend and discuss the 2024 Connecticut Legislative Session, as well as address any East Hampton or state issue that matter to you.

This event is free and open to the public. I hope you can join me! See the graphic for complete details.

On July 1st, several new laws came into effect across Connecticut. These laws include An Act Establishing a Fallen Officer Fund, An Act Concerning Homelessness, along with others.
New laws voted on in the legislative session generally take effect on the following- July 1st, October 1st, or January 1st.

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Hartford — To honor Flag Day, State Representative Irene Haines (R-34), in cooperation with VFW Post #5059 and Scout Troop #8, are collecting worn American flags for retirement.

The U.S. Flag Code specifies that old American flags that are no longer in service must be properly disposed, and this service is being offered free of charge, in conjunction with VFW Post #5059.

On Tuesday, June 11^th, a Flag Retirement Ceremony will be held at the East Hampton VFW Post #5059 located at 20 N. Maple Street…

I’m joining over 200 elected officials across 17 states in supporting the creation of the National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture in Washington, D.C.

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. It’s a time to celebrate the vibrant cultures, contributions, and histories of our AANHPI communities in the U.S.

In March, I offered this letter to the United States Congress in support of National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture.…

It was important to co-sponsor Public Act 24-27, An Act Establishing a Fallen Officer Fund and Providing Health Insurance Coverage to Survivors of a Police Officer Killed in the Line of Duty. I believe it is very fitting that this piece of legislation was signed during Police Week 2024. Our men and women of law enforcement lay it on the line for us each time they leave their homes for a shift. The sad reality as we know is- some do not make it back home.

This priority of the Connecticut House Republicans…

HARTFORD – State Representative Irene Haines (R-34) announced that she will be holding a Legislative Town Hall Meeting in East Haddam on Saturday, June 1^st, at the East Haddam Grange Hall. You are encouraged to attend and discuss the 2024 Connecticut Legislative Session, as well as address any East Haddam or state issue that matter to you.

East Haddam Legislative Town Hall

Saturday, June 1st

10:00 A.M to 11:30 A.M.

East Haddam Grange Hall

488 Town Street

East Haddam

The 34th General Assembly…

HARTFORD—House Republicans are blasting majority party Democrats for their indifference to the scourge of drugged driving after they opposed Republican legislation aimed at making Connecticut’s roadways and communities safer.

During debate on H.B. 5500 on Monday evening, House Republicans reminded Democrats of the crisis on Connecticut’s roadways—wrong way driving, in particular. While Democrats have trained their focus on simply lowering the state’s blood alcohol content, Republicans have instead…