Kadeem Roberts

The 2025 legislative session concluded on Wednesday. My colleagues and I crafted and passed several great pieces of legislation, but I am most proud of Senate Bill 1542, AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF HANDCUFFS ON YOUNG CHILDREN.

We’re in the final stretch! Only 3 days left in session. Let’s finish strong for Connecticut!

I am proud to share that one of my bills, SB 1542 - AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF HANDCUFFS ON YOUNG CHILDREN, has unanimously passed in the Senate. This bill will raise the age for arrest of a child under certain circumstances, from ten to twelve years in 2026, and from twelve to fourteen years in 2028, and restrict the use of handcuffs on children under fourteen years of age.

On Tuesday, the House passed an education bill that honors civically engaged students, reforms crisis response drills, and much more.

During last week's session, the House voted in favor of HB 5004: An Act Concerning the Protection of the Environment and the Development of Renewable Energy Sources and Associated Job Sectors.

I am proud to announce that one of my housing bills, HB 6941, is moving closer to the House and Senate floor! This bill, which will affect children and families, originated in the Housing Committee - after passing there, it moved to the Appropriations committee, where it passed with bipartisan support.

Happy Easter Sunday to all those who celebrate! I hope you have a wonderful day with family and friends.

Congratulations to the UConn Women's Basketball team for winning their 12th national championship. The Huskies are home and It’s time to celebrate the best basketball team in the nation! Don’t miss the victory parade honoring 2025 NCAA champs UConn Women's Basketball.