Raghib Allie-Brennan

Last week, CT Insider published my op-ed on why Connecticut’s affordable housing law, 8-30g, urgently needs reform.

In Bethel, we recently faced a proposal from an out-of-state developer that would have forced a 75-unit building onto a narrow residential street where our fire and police raised serious safety concerns. And we’re not alone. From Cheshire to West Hartford to Simsbury, towns across Connecticut are seeing oversized projects that strain infrastructure, silence local voices, and cut corners on safety.

As of today, October 1, 2025, several new laws passed during this year’s legislative session officially take effect. I want to highlight key changes that affect your taxes, safety on our roads, protections for children, and Connecticut’s energy future.

Today, I joined State Senator Julie Kushner and Regional Hospice to announce the $2 million in state funding we secured this past session to expand pediatric hospice services right here in the 2nd District.

Thank you to everyone who came out to my office hours last Friday, and a big thank you to Molten Java for hosting us. These conversations are invaluable in shaping the work I do on your behalf.

You may have seen today’s news that Marissa Gillett, chair of the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA), has announced her resignation.

With the 2025 legislative session behind us and conversations already underway about a possible special session in October, I want to stay connected and hear directly from you.

Bethel is facing the largest housing proposal our town has ever seen. A five-story, 75-unit apartment building is being proposed for Nashville Road, right in the middle of a quiet residential neighborhood.

I’m excited to share that Tarrywile Park in Danbury has been awarded a state grant to protect and preserve this incredible open space.