Connecticut’s High Energy Rates

One of my priorities in Hartford is to make our state more affordable, especially by addressing utility rates. These high rates are caused by factors like our location and lack of natural resources, infrastructure upgrades, Connecticut’s high business costs, legislative policies, and decisions by state utility regulators.

In recent years, the state’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) and utility companies seem to be in open conflict over rates, programs,…

For the second consecutive year, Connecticut’s largest business organization recognized State Representative Nicole Klarides-Ditria (R-105) with a perfect voting score on key bills during the 2024 legislative session that shape Connecticut’s business climate and spur economic growth.

The Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA) ranked all state lawmakers based on their support for the business community’s positions on 12 important policies. The bills all affect job creation, small business…

I just wanted you to know that at the conclusion of each legislative session, the non-partisan Office of Legislative Research compiles reports on public acts organized by topics. These reports include various topics such as “Acts Affecting Seniors,” “Acts Affecting Criminal Justice and Safety,” “Acts Affecting Business and Jobs,” and much more.

Click here to access the full range of reports.

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

I wanted you to know that several new laws took effect on July 1st that could have an impact on you, your business, or our community. I highlighted some of them below.

An expanded list of those that took effect, along with summaries, can be accessed here.

An Act Concerning Coerced Debt (Public Act: 24-77)

• More than likely one of the most important bills passed this session to protect victims of domestic violence, this new law permits a victim of financial abuse to contact…
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Always a strong advocate for women, especially women in government, State Representative Nicole Klarides-Ditria took part in the annual American Legion Auxiliary Girls State program, where high school seniors spend nearly a week learning about the political process by actively running a mock government.

Rep. Klarides-Ditria was joined by Rep. Carpino at the University of New Haven host site, and Rep. Rutigliano took part in the Boys State program being held in a different building on campus.

For…

Teens work out free until August 31

Planet Fitness announced the return of its High School Summer Pass™ program to allow high school teens ages 14 – 19 to work out for free at any of its Planet Fitness locations between now and August 31.

Teens can visit PlanetFitness.com/SummerPass to register for the program before gaining club access. Teens under the age of 18 must register with a parent or guardian online or in-club.

All High School Summer Pass participants will have access to free fitness training…

Legislation expands access and protection for persons with disabilities in Connecticut

In a significant advancement for healthcare accessibility, Representative Mike Demicco (D – Farmington and Unionville), Representative Cristin McCarthy Vahey (D – Bridgeport and Fairfield), Representative Nicole Klarides-Ditria (R – Beacon Falls, Derby and Seymour), Senator Saud Anwar (D – East Hartford, Ellington, East Windsor and South Windsor), Senator Heather Somers (R – Griswold, Groton, North Stonington,…

“As a proud Greek-American who today returned from a tour of the country, I am absolutely appalled by the recent terror attacks in the Red Sea and sickened to learn a sailor was killed with the seemingly targeted sinking of the Greek-owned ship, Tutor.  I strongly condemn all attacks toward the people of Greece, and encourage the Biden Administration and other world leaders to come together to put a stop to these unprovoked acts of aggression that threaten worldwide freedom and peace.”

In an effort to increase healthcare access for all Connecticut residents, State Representative Nicole Klarides-Ditria (R-105) today joined her colleagues to unanimously support a House Republican caucus proposal to allow Connecticut to enter the Nurse Licensure Compact to allow qualified nurses to obtain a multistate license.

House Bill 5058 – An Act Adopting the Nurse Licensure Compact is a multi-jurisdiction licensing option that will align Connecticut with that of 41 separate jurisdictions, including…

As a member of the Women’s Business Development Council’s Women-Owned Business Day Host Committee, I was honored to join Reps. Cheeseman, Porter and Farrar today for a panel discussion and Q &A session as part of the 10^th annual Women-Owned Business Day events at the Capitol.

Our discussion focused on the topic: 2024 Legislative Session: What’s at Stake for Your Business and How to Voice Your Opinion.  We covered multiple points, including paid sick leave, child care for business owners, healthcare…