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I am writing to express my opposition to considering housing and zoning issues at the special legislative session that may be held Nov 12- 14. Convening a special session to address zoning and housing issues risks rushing intricate policies without the transparency, public input, or careful deliberation that our state residents and municipalities deserve on these matters. I implore you to prioritize the integrity of the legislative process by reserving these critical issues for the 2026 regular session.
Special sessions, by their very design, sacrifice the democratic process for speed. We’ve seen this in recent years where bills on motor vehicle taxes and the Aquarion sale were expedited by using emergency certification, thereby bypassing public hearings and leaving residents and town officials confused and unaware of the last-minute provisions. Housing and zoning policies are far too consequential to suffer the same fate. A rushed special session will alienate constituents and produce flawed policies. Specifically, a special session’s compressed timeline cannot accommodate the robust public hearings, expert testimony, or data-driven analysis required to get this right. These matters demand open debate and not closed-door decisions.
The 2026 regular session, just months away, offers a better path. It provides the time and the structure to engage residents, municipal leaders, and housing experts in crafting solutions that thoughtfully considers constituent input. Connecticut’s values should consist of transparency, collaboration, and respect for every voice. Please, do not let haste undermine our shared vision for a thriving Connecticut.
Sincerely, Connecticut Resident