Posted on August 27, 2020 by jdooley
Please see information below about the upcoming hearings regarding United Illuminating’s rate increase request and their response to Tropical Storm Isaias.
Energy and Technology Committee: August 27, 10:30 am
On August 27 at 10:30 am, the legislative Energy and Technology Hearing will be hosting an informational forum via Zoom. This hearing is expected to cover a far-ranging set of issues, from the role of state utility regulators and the process of setting rates to utility staffing levels and how…
Posted on August 25, 2020 by jdooley
Milford Lawmakers Call for Repeal of Sales Tax on Face Masks
HARTFORD- With talk the legislature could reconvene in September for Special Session, State Rep. Kathy Kennedy (R-119) and Charles Ferraro (R-117) are calling for the outright repeal of the state sales tax on face masks and other personal protection products, like face shields and latex/rubber gloves, particularly in light of the governor calling on all state residents to wear face masks in public places to curb the spread of the Coronavirus.…
Posted on August 13, 2020 by jdooley
With our normal routines disrupted by the Coronavirus, I want to remind you to take advantage of the upcoming “Tax Free Week” which runs from Sunday, August 16 through Saturday, August 22.
Last year, I was part of a contingent of legislators who successfully fought back against attempts by the governor to end the weekly tax break event which benefits so many working families.
This one-week event eliminates Connecticut’s 6.35 percent sales tax on clothing and footwear costing less than $100 per item.…
