“During today’s session, we held lengthy debate on an act expanding sick days (H.B. 5005). This legislation, while well-intentioned, will prove to be detrimental to small businesses across our state. At a time when our small businesses are struggling, saddling them with more mandates is not the route to go. Even if an employer has only one part-time employee, business owners must offer up to 40 hours of accrued paid leave to part-time workers regardless of how many hours such part-time employee works.…

HARTFORD – The House was in session on Wednesday, April 17, and Thursday, April 18. To review all the legislation that was considered please click on the corresponding date and you will be provided with the House Journal.

On Wednesday, Rep. Reddington-Hughes had the opportunity to welcome UConn 4-H students to the State Capitol. Enrollees of the program were able to meet with lawmakers and discuss the importance of their program, which gives students an opportunity to learn skills that will set them…

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) announced that it has allocated $1.475 million in state funding to farmers and non-profits involved in production agriculture to invest in long-term climate resiliency projects. According to the department, these actions will decrease vulnerability to extreme weather events through regenerative agricultural practices. Funding came from the Farmland Restoration, Climate Resiliency and Preparedness Grant Program.

Recipients in the 66^th District:…

HARTFORD – A tour group from the Town of Warren came to visit the Capitol recently. State Rep. Karen Reddington-Hughes (R-66) was on hand to welcome them to the Legislative Office Building at the beginning of their tour.

“It’s always uplifting to see friends and neighbors from the 66^th District visiting our state Capitol. Civic engagement is critical to the democratic process and taking the time to visit your lawmakers and learn about the lawmaking process is important,” said Reddington-Hughes

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April is World Autism Month. Join us in spreading awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), what resources are available, and to dismantle negative stigma that can be associated with it. Our caucus will continue to strive to craft policies, similar to P.A. 23-137 that eliminated wait lists for services and expanded autism Medicaid waivers, that promote a more inclusive society.

Resources available:

>>>DPH, Connecticut Collaborative to Improve Autism Services (Click Here)

>>>DSS, Autism Spectrum…

PHOTO (from left to right): Amanda Fargo-Johnson, Agriculture Programs Director for the Connecticut Resource Conservation & Development Area, Jared McCool, Connecticut’s Outstanding Young Farmer award recipient, and State Representative Karen Reddington-Hughes (R-66).

 HARTFORD – Agriculture Day took place at the State Capitol on Wednesday, March 20, allowing Vo-Ag students from across the state to showcase their talents and have an opportunity to meet with state lawmakers. State Representative Karen…

Hartford – The legislature’s Insurance & Real Estate Committee held a Public Hearing on Tuesday afternoon to consider several pieces of proposed legislation. State Rep. Karen Reddington-Hughes (R-66) testified before the committee in support of one of her proposals, H.B. 5462 An Act Requiring a Study of Civil Liability Protections for Farmers Offering Agri-Tourism Activities in the State.

 “It’s encouraging that there is an increase in visits to local farms and we want to support that enthusiasm,…

WARREN – State Rep. Karen Reddington-Hughes was at the Warren School recently to read to students in celebration of Read Across America. Students are encouraged to engage in reading activities throughout this annual week of advocacy.

“It’s always heartwarming to see students who are eager to learn how to read. All groups were engaged in our story time and had great follow-up questions. I look forward to visiting again with them soon,” said Reddington-Hughes.

After readings at Warren, Reddington-Hughes…

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GOSHEN – State lawmakers, including State Rep. Karen Reddington-Hughes (R-66), took the opportunity on Saturday morning to meet with members of the public and engage in a policy discussion at Camp Cochipianee. The event was hosted and facilitated by the League of Women Voters of Litchfield.

According to Reddington-Hughes, the panelists talked about many topics that are currently under consideration in the Capitol’s Gold Dome. These include the state’s fiscal guardrails, which…