Hubert Delany

I hope you and your family are enjoying the warmed weather and budding flowers now that Spring has arrived.

My colleagues and I continue to work diligently to combat the decisions being made at the federal level, and I never been more committed to stand up and fight a state government that works for the people—fairly, responsibly, and with compassion.

As always, I write this with our community foremost in my mind, and further in this message you will find information on the local protests and national calls for action, key pieces of legislation advancing through our committees, and the passionate advocacy I’ve seen from leaders across our state. 

Thank you for staying engaged and informed. Together, we are building a Connecticut where everyone—regardless of background—can live with dignity, safety, and the equal pursuit of happiness

Two weeks ago, the AI Caucus held a press conference to outline our legislative priorities for the ongoing 2025 session. We are urging for the passage of Senate Bill 2, An Act Concerning Artificial Intelligence. Senate Bill 2 calls for:

1. Transparency and accountability;
2. Training Connecticut's workforce to use artificial intelligence;
3. Criminalization of non-consensual intimate images.

I am excited to get to work with our caucus and discuss the best ways to protect our residents from the potential harms of AI with my colleagues. Senate Bill 2 will establish groundbreaking AI regulations and pave the way for ethical AI development and education. Let's get to work!

In addition to our legislative committee work, earlier this week my colleagues and I were called into Hartford this where I had the opportunity to support PURA chair Marissa Gillett’s reconfirmation as part of our ongoing efforts to address the runaway costs of our utilities bills.

This session, one of my top priorities is lowering energy costs for working families and increasing accountability for the utility companies that serve them. Unfortunately, each of us has been left footing the bill for year over year cooperate profits while our largest utility corporations operate with little oversight. 

In addition to supporting leaders like PURA Chairwoman Melissa Gillett—regulators who are willing to stand up to powerful interests and advocate for Connecticut ratepayers. I'm also proud to stand with my colleagues in the House and Senate to support a strong legislative agenda that pushes back against rising rates and demands greater transparency from our utilities.

One of the cornerstone pieces of this work is Senate Bill 4, An Act Concerning Energy Affordability, Access, and Accountability. As a co-sponsor, I’m glad to report that the bill was recently voted out of the Energy and Technology Committee and now moves forward as a major vehicle for utility reform.

Additionally, I am supporting House Bill 1531 and House Bill 7206. These bills aim to:

• Make utilities more transparent by requiring parts of their operations to comply with the Freedom of Information Act
• Break up utility monopolies by preventing companies from owning both electric and gas services
• Strengthen public oversight to ensure projects and spending are justified, necessary, and in the best interest of ratepayers

These proposals represent the important work of making sure our energy system works for the people—not just for profit, and I remain committed to fighting for a utility system that is transparent, fair, and affordable for every household in our state.

Earlier this week, my colleagues and I voted to advance an important piece of legislation I am proud to cosponsor—House Bill 7212, a bill that strengthens Connecticut’s TRUST Act and reaffirms our commitment to fairness, due process, and community safety for our immigrants.

The original TRUST Act was created to ensure that no individual is detained solely based on their immigration status—unless they’ve been convicted of a Class A or B felony. Our bill, HB 7212, builds on that foundation, closing loopholes and adding new safeguards to ensure that our laws protect the rights of every Connecticut resident.

Across the country, and across our community, we have seen horror stories of individuals torn from their families without ever being convicted of a crime. That is not justice, that is not who we are, and I can not and will not support it.

That is why I co-sponsored this bill and proudly voted to move it forward. Because I believe in a Connecticut where we treat people with dignity and where every person, regardless of background, is entitled to their day in court.

Here’s what HB 7212 does:

• Ends ICE Arrests at Courthouses: No one should fear seeking justice. The bill prohibits immigration enforcement arrests in or around our courthouses without a judicial warrant—protecting victims, witnesses, and defendants alike.
• Adds Accountability: Municipalities that willfully violate the TRUST Act will face new enforcement mechanisms to ensure compliance with state law.
• Closes Loopholes: HB 7212 strengthens protections by stopping unnecessary information sharing with ICE and expanding coverage to include officials like juvenile probation officers who were previously excluded.
• Restricts State Contracts: The bill bars the state from doing business with any contractors who collaborate with ICE to detain or transport individuals protected under the law.
• Improves Transparency: Agencies receiving ICE requests will be required to report them, helping the legislature and public better understand what’s happening in our communities.

Above all, HB 7212 keeps our focus where it should be—on justice. It protects due process, allows law enforcement to focus on public safety, and ensures that those convicted of serious crimes can still be held accountable.
 
This is about protecting families, preserving rights, and building a Connecticut that works for all of us. I’m proud to support this bill and I’ll continue fighting for a government that treats people with fairness and compassion.

Earlier this month, I had the privilege of meeting with the dedicated members of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), who shared their support for Senate Bill 1221—a bill that would allow Personal Care Attendants (PCAs) to participate in the Connecticut Retirement Security Program, also known as MyCTSavings.

MyCTSavings is a common-sense program that enables workers to set aside a portion of their income for retirement through a portable, voluntary savings plan. For many of us—especially those living paycheck to paycheck—retirement feels like an unattainable dream. When you’re unable to plan for your future, it becomes much harder to look ahead with hope.

This bill offers our PCAs an opportunity to invest in their future, giving them access to the kind of financial security that every worker deserves. By making this option available, we’re acknowledging the invaluable work these caregivers do every day—work that supports our aging loved ones, people with disabilities, and some of our most vulnerable residents.

I proudly support SB 1221 because I believe in a Connecticut where every worker has the dignity of a financially secure future. Everyone deserves to retire with the peace of mind that comes from having planned and saved—especially those who’ve spent their careers caring for others. Let’s make sure our policies reflect that.

Across Stamford, Connecticut, and the nation, people are rising up in response to the sweeping federal actions that seek to weaken public institutions, undermine civil rights, and dismantle vital services. Over the last few weeks, our community has been protesting and fighing back against the attacks on everything from environmental protections to LGBTQ+ rights, immigration, and social safety nets.

A few weeks ago Westhill High School hosted packed auditorium for a Town Hall hosted by Senator Chris Murphy—a powerful moment that underscored just how engaged our residents are. Senator Murphy spoke passionately about defending our shared values and resisting the dismantling of federal programs that serve working families. I encourage you to read the coverage of the event below.

The following week, despite steady April rain, residents in Stamford and thousands more across the country took to the streets as part of the national “Hands Off” protest. From the Government Center in Stamford to the Capitol steps in Hartford, protesters marched in defense of civil rights, public education, environmental justice, reproductive freedom, and the hard-fought liberties under threat by the current federal administration.

This is what democracy looks like. Our neighbors are not staying silent—and neither am I.
 

Let these moments serve as a reminder: when we come together, we are powerful. Keep showing up. Keep speaking out.