Environment Bills Signed Into Law

July 22, 2025


 
 

Governor Ned Lamont took action to protect Connecticut's environment by signing major climate legislation into law. These two key environmental bills address climate change and environmental protection. As a member of the Environment Committee, I wanted to make you aware of this new important legislation.

House Bill 5004 (Public Act 25-125): 

  • Establishes a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target for Connecticut by 2050, with a new interim target for 2040
  • Includes incentives for solar canopies and energy-efficient heating and cooling systems
  • Supports the growth of the green economy through workforce development and sustainable business incentives
  • Requires studies on heat pumps, solar canopies, nature-based solutions, and renter access to state energy efficiency plans

Senate Bill 9 (Public Act 25-33):

  • Strengthens state and local planning for flood and other climate-related emergencies
  • Focuses on making infrastructure like bridges and roads better able to withstand severe weather
  • Requires insurance companies to inform homeowners about flood coverage and provides resources for communities to invest in climate resilience planning and project development
  • Includes tougher restrictions on certain rodent poisons and neonicotinoid pesticides

These bills are seen as significant steps towards addressing climate change and protecting Connecticut's environment, particularly in light of actions by the federal government that environmentalists believe hinder climate progress.

I’m proud to stand with colleagues and advocates who fought for a cleaner, fairer future. This is a win for our environment, our economy, and our kids.