December 6, 2024
SENATOR NEEDLEMAN TO REMAIN SENATE CHAIR OF ENERGY & TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE, VICE CHAIR OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
As he prepares for his fourth term, State Senator Norm Needleman (D-Essex) was reappointed as Senate Chair of the Energy and Technology Committee in the General Assembly and Vice Chair of the Planning and Development Committee for the 2025 and 2026 legislative sessions. Since Norm first won election to the Senate in 2018, he has served as Senate Chair of the Energy and Technology Committee.
“It’s an honor to return to this important committee at a very critical time in Connecticut, and I’m looking forward to the work we’ll get done,” said Sen. Needleman. “We must address the affordability of energy in our state; I’m committed to continuing to work and find solutions that can bring ratepayers relief. We need to build on the efforts we’ve accomplished in recent years, pushing for stronger regulations, better access to broadband internet, a deeper look at data centers and so many more issues continuing to impact our communities.”
“As well, with housing issues and town planning also receiving focus, returning to the Planning and Development Committee after serving decades in municipal government uniquely positions me to further benefit our state,” he said.
“Senator Needleman has been laser-focused on strengthening our energy grid, shepherding emerging technologies and working in ratepayers’ best interests for his entire Senate career,” said Senate President Martin M. Looney (D-New Haven). “I have the utmost confidence in his future work.” |
