Travis Simms

• Updates the state's Global Warming Solutions Act to make our greenhouse gas emissions targets more in line with other states in the region;
• Creates incentives for businesses and municipalities that engage in clean economy sectors or engage in environmentally sustainable projects;
• Plans for transition to a clean economy, workforce training, and long-term policy implementation; and
• Supports and expands nature-based solutions, such as preserving marshlands and forests

We can make a difference in the quality of life for future generations of our residents. The time to start making necessary changes is now. 

The bill now heads to the Senate for its consideration. 

This bill:

• Keeps Connecticut families healthy: It allows Connecticut agencies to more easily enroll children and parents who qualify into federal nutrition assistance programs to keep our families healthy.
• Promotes outreach and information to access these federal programs that Connecticut underutilizes.
• Promotes Connecticut farmers by supporting them to participate in these programs at farmers' markets. 

When we grow healthy children, they are less likely to develop nutrition-related chronic diseases, they are at a lower risk of cavities/tooth decay, they have improved mental health, and they have improved participation in other social service programs. In general, children are better off when their families participate in WIC.
 
The bill, another one of our priorities this session, now heads to the Senate for consideration. The 2024 legislative session ends on May 8th.

To see the complete list of bills we've passed in the House so far, please click HERE.

As always, feel free to call me at 1-800-842-8267 or email me at Travis.Simms@cga.ct.gov if you have any questions or concerns. Also, please like my official Facebook Page for regular updates.

Sincerely,

Travis Simms
State Representative