August 8, 2014
Hartford, CT - CT's leading environmental watchdog organization, the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) has named State Rep. Mary Mushinsky as a 2014 Legislative Champion. According to CTLCV's 2014 Environmental Scorecard, Rep. Mushinsky has received a lifetime score of 97%.
The CTLCV Voters released their 2014 Environmental Scorecard for the Connecticut State Legislature. Nearly 20 environmental bills that passed through the Connecticut General Assembly this year, providing an expanded base for scoring, bolstered the 15th annual release of such scores.
Rep. Mushinsky received the CTLCV Legislative Champions award for her leadership roles on the Water Planning Council and on defeating glass eel legislation during the 2014 legislative session.
“Environmental issues and protecting our precious resources are very important,” Rep. Mushinsky said. “We must continue our efforts to protect our environmental assets, especially water, if we wish to leave a legacy to our children and their descendants. I commend the CTLCV for their work and commitment to our environment and thank them for this recognition.”
According to the League, by sharing how each member of the Legislature voted the most critical conservation bills this year, CTLCV helps Connecticut voters better understand where their legislators stand when it comes to protecting the environment. The sheer number of bills that were voted on this year reflects how deeply environmental issues are ingrained in every aspect of Connecticut's well-being, from public health and safety to the economy and growing jobs.
The Connecticut League of Conservation Voters works to pass pro-environment laws, elect pro-environment candidates, and hold all elected officials accountable. CTLCV Scorecards dating back to 2000 can be found online at www.ctlcv.org/scorecard.