CT's Legislature is in session and environmental advocates have been hard at work, pushing for legislation to protect public health and the environment.  Below is a list of bills that we are watching and how you can make a difference!

Governor's Climate Bill - SB 7 is still in the Environment Committee and include ambitious goals to reduce greenhouse gases.  This bill will come up for a vote in the Environment Committee this week, so please call members of the Environment Committee this week and urge them to pass SB 7 out of committee.  To see a list of Environment Committee members, please visit here. 

Ban Fracking Waste - After hard work from a strong coalition of environmental leaders, the initial bill has been greatly strengthened.   The bill, SB 103, now includes ALL of the language that is included in the local ordinances passed in 40 towns across CT.  This bill is very strong - please call your legislator and ask them to co-sign and support.

Find your  CT state legislators here!

Upcoming Town Meetings on Fracking Waste -  Guilford and Southbury joined the ranks of towns banning fracking waste, bringing the total to 40!  Great work, everyone - here are some upcoming town meetings and votes. If you live in one of these towns, please attend and spread the word.

New Haven - Monday, March 19 

New Haven's Board of Alders will vote on the local ordinance.

Ridgefield - Wednesday, March 21 

There will be a special town meeting for residents to vote to ban fracking waste in Ridgefield.  

 

Madison - Monday, March 26

The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing on Monday, March 26.