State Rep. Devin Carney

Today, we commemorate Juneteenth, a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States and celebrates freedom, resilience, and the enduring pursuit of equality. As we reflect on our nation’s history, we also recognize the importance of continuing to build stronger communities rooted in opportunity, respect, and justice for all.

Happy Juneteenth.

Congratulations to Alexa and Sylvie! Both of them have put in over 200 hours to the Ms President US program and have mentored younger girls in leadership, public speaking, and civic engagement. They help make this fantastic program work!

The House passed An Act Concerning Oversight of Efforts to Prevent Human Trafficking. This legislation came through the Government Oversight Committee, on which I am Ranking Member, and is the product of powerful testimony and bipartisanship.

This legislation:

🔵 Expands state training on human trafficking laws and improves awareness

🔵 Increases security for children who are victims of human trafficking

🔵 Requires the Department of Corrections to review proposals for a confidential crisis hotline for victims of sexual violence at York Correctional Instutition

I was proud to work on this bill and co-sponsor it.

Yesterday was another busy day of legislative business at the State Capitol, with lawmakers debating and acting on a wide range of bills impacting communities across Connecticut.

It was Southeastern Connecticut Day at the Capitol, bringing together organizations, businesses, and representatives from across our coastline communities. It was especially great to see the Florence Griswold Museum from Old Lyme highlighting the important cultural and historical contributions they bring to our region. I also had an opportunity to visit with General Dynamics Electric Boat who provides tons of jobs and more coming to so many in our region.

The Connecticut Auto Retailers were also at the Capitol, and I had the chance to talk with Hayden Reynolds of Reynolds Subaru about issues affecting the auto industry.

Adding to the excitement of the day, the Connecticut Humane Society visited the Capitol with some cute puppies that brought plenty of smiles to everyone ahead of a long week of session.