Environmental Legislation: LAST DAY

By Lori Brown, lori.brown@ctlcv.org

As of June 7, 2011

The following pro- and anti- environment bills are still in play. You may be asked to vote on these bills before the end of session and CTLCV would like to be sure you are considering the future protection of our state’s natural resources when deciding your position. In shorthand:

LEGISLATION TO SUPPORT

SB 205 – support the return of mercury thermostats

SB 210 – support elimination of the toxin BPA in paper receipts

HB 6157 – support state forestry programs

HB 6263 – support transition for the Ten Mill program for land conservation

HB 6557 – support recreational use of municipal lands

LEGISLATION TO OPPOSE

SB 1196 -  oppose Sec. 10, which contains the Haddam Land swap as part of annual land transfer bill

HB 6400 – oppose present language on stormwater permitting; However, LCO 8234 is acceptable alternative

BUDGET/BONDING

CEQ (Council on Environmental Quality) - support CEQ in DEEP for administrative purposes only, with independence of reporting, and current funding levels.

Clean Water Fund – support Governor’s and Finance Committee’s recommendations for the state’s revolving Clean Water Fund

Community Investment Act – maintain dedicated funds

Transportation – support the proposed level of funding for transportation with fuel tax revenue dedicated to the Special Transportation Fund, and a focus on maintenance and repair (“Fix it First”), and public transportation.

Please contact the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) if you would like background information on these issues.

Lori Brown, Executive Director
Connecticut League of Conservation Voters
553 Farmington Avenue, Suite 201
Hartford, CT  06105
860.236.5442
lori.brown@ctlcv.org