Advocacy

Four Public Hearings from October to December Offer Ratepayers Opportunity to Provide Testimony

Three Public Hearings in October Offer Ratepayers Opportunity to Provide Testimony

As temperatures rise and Connecticut residents rely heavily on air conditioning in their homes, AARP Connecticut seeks to educate consumers on how to prepare for, and protect against, the increasing costs of electricity and other utility expenses.

AARP’s mission is to empower people to choose how they live as they age, and an important part of choosing how we live as we age is being able to choose where we live as we age. Most older adults want to remain in their own home and community as they age, but financial barriers and limited service options can make this difficult. We were pleased that the Connecticut legislature passed a state budget and several pieces of legislation that will support older adults who wish to age in place.

AARP Connecticut State Director Nora Duncan provided the following statement in response to the state budget passed by the Connecticut General Assembly and expected to be signed by Governor Lamont:

There’s a new program to help eligible Connecticut residents who are struggling to afford high-speed internet access.

Four Million Americans, Including More Than 60,000 Connecticut Residents, Signed AARP Petition Calling on Congress to Act

AARP Connecticut issued the following comment in response to the passage of House Bill 5262 in the Senate:

AARP Connecticut to Host Live Tele-Town Hall to Discuss Necessity of High-Speed Internet

AARP Connecticut will work with lawmakers during the state’s 2022 legislative session to support and advocate on a variety of important policies and issues that affect residents and their families.