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Hartford, CT – Today, the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) endorsed Representative Tammy Exum (D) to represent the 19th House District of the CT General Assembly including the towns of Avon and West Hartford. Voters have long relied on CTLCV's endorsements to identify candidates who will champion environmental protection. Tammy Exum has consistently earned a perfect 100% rating on CTLCV’s Environmental Scorecard for her entire tenure at the State Legislature. Rep. Exum is dedicated to addressing climate change through policies that protect air quality and environmental health. Her work has consistently tackled threats to both ecological and human health, including the recent ban on PFAS in consumer products and her strong support for the passage of the CT Clean Air Act. She helped to modernize Connecticut’s recycling laws and to establish a ban on plastic bags. Additionally, Rep. Exum co-sponsored House Bill 5004, the comprehensive climate legislation of the past session. As a member of the Education Committee and the Higher Education & Employment Advancement Committee, Rep. Exum holds climate education in high regard as a vital tool in protecting the environment. Rep. Exum hosts discussion events with her constituents and prides herself on listening and being responsive to concerns from her community. “Representative Tammy Exum exemplifies unwavering dedication to environmental protection and climate education,” said Lori Brown, CTLCV Executive Director. “Her perfect rating on our scorecard highlights her consistent support for essential climate measures and commitment to a greener future. We need leaders like Exum who prioritize both immediate environmental concerns and long-term sustainability.” To receive CTLCV’s endorsement, all candidates must have completed a Survey on the Environment. Endorsements are issued based on candidates responses, their voting record in our Scorecard, and their demonstrated leadership on specific issues. ### The CT League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) is a nonpartisan statewide organization dedicated to protecting Connecticut's environment. CTLCV works to pass equitable and sustainable legislation that impacts our air, land, water, wildlife, and climate and holds all state legislators accountable with an annual Environmental Scorecard. Visit ctlcv.org for more information on CTLCV. Comments are closed.
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