Sen. Gordon Fights for Connecticut Ratepayers in Energy and Technology Committee
February 4, 2025

HARTFORD – State Senator Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock) continues to fight for the ratepayers of Connecticut as he testifies before the Energy and Technology Committee on two key pieces of legislation impacting energy policy and regulatory oversight in the state.
Senator Gordon testified in support of Raised Bill 6780: An Act Establishing a Connecticut Energy Data Access Bill of Rights, which incorporates provisions from his own proposed legislation, S.B. 88: The Energy Data Access Bill of Rights. This bill seeks to improve better public access to energy-related data, ensuring transparency and empowering ratepayers with the information they need to understand and participate in energy policy decisions.
“I have heard from many constituents who struggle to access clear and accurate information about their energy costs and state policy decisions,” said Senator Gordon. “This bill is about ensuring transparency and giving the people of Connecticut the tools they need to stay informed and engaged.”
Senator Gordon also highlighted his related proposal, S.B. 87: An Act Concerning Public Participation in Electric Utility Rate Cases, which aims to improve public awareness and accessibility to utility rate case proceedings.
“As we make critical energy policy decisions, we must ensure that the public has a clear voice in the process,” he added. “Transparency, accountability, and accessibility should be our guiding principles when it comes to energy policy in Connecticut,” he said.
Additionally, Senator Gordon voiced his strong opposition to Raised Bill 1193: An Act Concerning the Composition of the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA), citing concerns over accountability and fairness for Connecticut residents. Current law requires PURA to consist of five commissioners, yet the state has failed to meet this standard. Rather than reducing the number of commissioners to match the current vacancies, Senator Gordon urged the legislature to enforce existing law and fill the vacancies to ensure fair, full, and transparent decision-making.
“It is unacceptable that major financial and regulatory decisions affecting Connecticut’s businesses and residents are being made by fewer commissioners than the law requires,” said Senator Gordon. “Instead of changing the law to accommodate inaction, we should be ensuring that the state follows the law as written,” he continued.
Read Sen. Gordon’s testimony here: Raised Bill 6780 & Raised Bill 1193.