State Senator Tony Hwang Commends CT Siting Council Decision to Uphold Denial of Docket 516R

NEW BRITAIN, CT—State Senator Tony Hwang (R—Fairfield) released the following statement after the Connecticut Siting Council today upheld its denial of Docket 516R at a reconsideration meeting:

“Thank you. Thank you to the members and staff of the Connecticut Siting Council for their diligent work and thoughtful consideration, and for arriving at this decision. Today’s outcome reflects the will of our residents, municipalities, environmental stewards, and community advocates who have engaged deeply in this process.

It is time to revisit this project from the beginning; to reset the record and ensure all possible avenues are explored moving forward in a transparent, fair, and inclusive manner. I encourage UI to come to the table with all stakeholders, so that we can do what is in the best interest of all parties involved. Allow us to have a full and transparent discussion. Our communities will thank you.”

Senator Hwang has consistently emphasized that infrastructure decisions must uphold transparency, community input, environmental stewardship, and due process as outlined in Public Act 24-144, which Senator Hwang championed alongside community activists.