Posted on January 2, 2024
On January 1st, there were 25 passed bills from the 2023 legislative session that became law in our state. New laws voted on in the legislative session generally take effect on the following- July 1st, October 1st, or January 1st.
During our legislative sessions there are a large amount of bills are typically passed. One of the more impactful laws include online privacy/safety protections, hospice/palliative care, and early voting.
Here are some key points concerning early voting-
- Referendums and…
Posted on December 15, 2023
Hartford- On Friday, the State Bonding Commission approved funding for a variety of projects across Connecticut, with a total of $6,365,000 for dam repairs across the state. State Representative Irene Haines (R-34) applauded the incoming funds for these needed repairs.
“I would like to thank the State Bond Commission and Governor Lamont, for their understanding of the situation, and giving us the funding to complete these needed repairs,” said Rep. Haines. “I would also like to thank everyone on…
Posted on December 15, 2023
HARTFORD—Following the CSCU Board of Regents approval to raise college tuition by 5%, State Representative Irene Haines (R-34), Ranking Member of the Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee, released the following statement-
“I have no doubt that the tuition hike approved by the Board of Regents on Thursday will be frustrating to college students in our state system who are already struggling with prolonged inflation and the high cost of living in Connecticut, particularly when it’s…
