Governor Applauds Legislation On Climate Change He Says Is Man Made
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Dannel P. Malloy is applauding the Connecticut House of Representatives for giving final approval to legislation he introduced that takes a major step forward in Connecticut’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and prepares for the ongoing effects of climate change and sea level rise. The legislation, Senate Bill 7 – An Act Concerning Climate Change Planning and Resiliency, was adopted in the House this afternoon by a vote of 137-11. It passed the Senate early this morning by a vote of 34-2. The bill next moves to the Governor’s desk for his signature. “Climate change is real, it’s man-made, and it’s a pressing problem for our communities and our state,”Governor Malloy said. “We see the effects everywhere. Right…