My home is in Connecticut, just like millions of others. We cook, laugh, dream, and live in these buildings, but recently, it's become a strain. Our power bills are rising, and for no fault of ours. The reason? Eversource has been given permission by lawmakers to pass on public benefit taxes and fees to us, the consumers. As a direct result of these laws, numerous middle-class families, including my own, are being pushed into poverty because they're unable to afford these mounting bills. This isn't just about a single expense, but the vitality and wellbeing of our families, our homes.

According to data from The Energy Information Administration, Connecticut residents already pay among the highest electricity rates in the nation. In allowing utility companies like Eversource to pass on taxes and fees to consumers, we're only worsening an already gravely dire situation. Our incomes haven't increased, but our bills have - drastically.

This is why we urge lawmakers to reassess and reverse their decision in permitting Eversource to pass on public benefit charges to consumers. It's time to protect the residents of Connecticut from further financial strain. It's time to ensure that a warm, illuminated home doesn't push families into poverty. No one should have to choose between keeping the lights on and feeding their family.

Sign this petition. Stand up, not just for me, but for all of us in Connecticut burdened by these unfair charges. Let's get lawmakers to stop siding with Vanguard and Blackrock Who own Eversource and paid off politicians, and start standing with their constituents.