The opioid epidemic is a scourge, touching families in every town and city, across race, gender or socio-economic background. I'm particularly gratified that this legislation reflects a truly bi-partisan effort and involved experts across the spectrum. I believe it will bring real progress to end this crisis.
I spoke in favor of House Bill 6329, An Act concerning a hydraulic fracturing waste ban in Connecticut. No fracking waste currently moves into or is stored in the state because of a moratorium I helped institute a few years ago when we feared New York State might join Pennsylvania in allowing fracking. The moratorium is due to expire shortly and it seems time to institute a full ban -- particularly when so many Connecticut municipalities are in the process of banning fracking waste themselves.
I was pleased to join with colleagues at a press conference with Save The Sound - CT Fund for Environment and colleagues highlighting World Water Day and all of the things that Connecticut is doing to ensure safe, clean drinking water and clean waterways across the state.
