Visits to Hartford
Our interns participated in seven visits to the Connecticut State Capitol and Legislative Office Building, gaining firsthand insight into how state government and the legislative process work.
In Hartford, our interns:
- Met with Committee Chairs, from both the Senate and the House of Representatives
- Had individual conversations with elected officials
- Met privately with the speak of the house
- Talked with lobbyists, environmental advocates, and Capitol Police officers
- Spoke with advocates regarding their groups’ bill priorities, especially CTLCV (solar) and Sierra Club (superfund)
- Met with Executive Branch policy employees
- Toured both buildings
- Were hosted on the House Floor by several representatives
- Observed votes being taken on the Floor of the House
Together, we demystified the political process and instilled hope in young people working towards change.
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