What Is the Connecticut General Assembly (CGA)?The Connecticut General Assembly (CGA) is the state’s legislative body, responsible for proposing, debating, and passing state laws. It is made up of two chambers: the House of Representatives and the Senate. During the legislative session, lawmakers consider thousands of bills, hold public hearings, and vote on policies that shape Connecticut’s environmental, climate, and conservation future.
Helpful CGA Resources: Key Legislative Committees for Environmental & Conservation Policy
Each committee is linked to it's CGA webpage.
Priority Environmental & Conservation Policy Areas in 2026The following sections outline priority areas for CTLCV advocacy in 2026. Each section contains additional resources.
Energy & Affordability
Preserve the Public Benefits Charge Briefing Paper Understanding New England Energy Bills (Report from CLF) Plug-In Solar: Widening Access to Clean Energy Briefing Paper Implementing Thermal Energy Networks Briefing Paper Educational Resources (TEN4CT) Organizations working on these issues: PACE, Conservation Law Foundation, Save the Sound Waste Reduction
Diverting Food Waste Briefing Paper Organizations working on these issues: Food Rescue CT, CT Zero Waste Coalition Nature-Based Solutions
Nature Based Solutions Briefing Paper Riparian Buffers Briefing Paper Organizations Working on Nature-Based Solutions Advocacy: CT Land Conservation Council, Clean Water Action, Rivers Alliance of CT Pesticide Regulation
Pesticides cause harm to our natural resources. Currently, their use in CT is not tracked in an effective manner. Briefing Paper Organization working on these issues: CT Pesticide Reform SUperfund to make polluters pay
Briefing Paper Organizations working on this issue: Sierra Club CT, Sunrise New Haven Sign Sierra Club CT's Petition The Connecticut Coalition for Climate ActionThe Connecticut Coalition for Climate Action is a statewide alliance of environmental, labor, faith, health, and community organizations representing more than 300,000 people, working together to advance equitable climate solutions that reduce pollution, lower energy costs, and build a just and resilient clean energy economy.Learn more here.
Priorities for 2026: Accelerate Clean Energy Development
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Session DatesSession Start: February 4, 2026 Session End: May 6, 2026 Key Deadlines: JF Deadline: Week of March 23rd* *deadlines vary by committee This year, Connecticut lawmakers are meeting during a short legislative session, which typically runs from early February through early May. In these even-numbered year sessions, the state constitution and legislative rules limit the introduction of new bills to matters related to the budget, revenue, and other financial issues. How to Take ActionSubmit Testimony: Public hearings are opportunities to submit testimony in support or opposition of a bill before a committee. Check out CTLCV's submitted testimony here. Action Alerts: During the session, CTLCV will send out Action Alerts via our email list. These are opportunities to send a message to your lawmaker asking them to vote with the environment in mind. Get Involved: Build grassroots power by getting involved with a local group. From pollinators to solar panels, there's something for everyone. |
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