Hamden makes move to ban plastic bags and plastic straws.

As Chair of the Public Health Committee and member of the Energy and Technology Committee of the General Assembly, I am happy to support initiatives that advance the goals of Connecticut Green and Healthy Homes to improve health outcomes and energy efficiency through evidence-based housing interventions.

It was great to see so many young pro-environment activists working to raise awareness today at the State Capitol for Youth Climate Action Day. I look forward to working with them and seeing their continued advocacy in the months and years to come for a better environment.

The Public Health Committee passed Senate Bill 164 out of committee this week, which will raise the smoking age to 21.

The General Assembly's Environment Committee passed an amended bill banning hunting in New Haven between Interstates 95 and 91, designating that area between the Quinnipiac and Mill rivers as a state refuge for wildlife. The issue was developed after area neighbors brought the issue to Senate President Pro Tempore Martin M. Looney's and state Rep. Al Paolillo's attention.

I joined Connecticut families and stakeholders for a press conference on the health impacts of carbon emissions and to highlight a new study by the American Council for an Energy Efficiency Economy, Save Energy, Save Lives, that directly links the reduction in energy consumption with positive improvements on public health.

I joined Connecticut families and stakeholders for a press conference on the health impacts of carbon emissions and to highlight a new study by the American Council for an Energy Efficiency Economy, Save Energy, Save Lives, that directly links the reduction in energy consumption with positive improvements on public health.

I held a press conference with colleagues today in support of a regional carbon pricing initiative and will reintroduce legislation this upcoming session.