Legistlative Affairs
The collective strength of our membership provides the platform by which the petroleum industry can continue to flourish, by working with government regulators to promote, preserve and protect our industry in today’s business climate.
Recent Legislative News
Mission Possible: Sue Santopietro
“What makes our industry so unique is that it’s built on personal relationships. This isn’t a monopoly or a faceless utility company. We’re your neighbors. If you have a problem, you’re calling someone who lives and works in your town—and we’re right there for you.”
CEMA Chief Warns of Utility Overreach in CT Energy Bill: ‘They Want to Control Your Thermostat’
They lure you in with an incentive of subsidy, once you bite, they got the fish on the hook. And now next thing you know, it’s 96 degrees out, 85% humidity, and they’re taking your air conditioning, and they’re turning it up to 78!
Relief at the Pump: Connecticut Drivers to See Lower Gas Prices This Memorial Day Weekend
Cromwell, CT — May 24, 2025 — Connecticut motorists will be seeing green this holiday weekend as gas prices are significantly lower this year than last year at this time. According to AAA, the average price of gasoline in Connecticut is $3.12 per...
CEMA President Chris Herb Sounds Alarm on Proposed Bill That Could Let Utilities Control Home Thermostats
“Next thing you know, it’s 96 degrees out, 85% humidity — and they’re taking your air conditioning and turning it up to 78,” Herb said. “This has already happened in Washington State. People couldn’t override it.”
Mission Possible: Peter Russell
Santa Energy delivers bio-blended heating oil that cuts carbon emissions and supports Connecticut’s environmental goals—all without the high costs often tied to new green technologies.
Connecticut Energy Marketers Association Urges Governor Lamont to Pause State’s Heat Pump Push Amid Soaring Costs and Grid Reliability Concerns
“Real people are seeing their heating bills more than double and the grid is being pushed to a breaking point.”
Misson Possible: Rick Bologna
“We can be the solution to get to net zero!”
Proposed Connecticut Bill Could Give Utilities and Government Unprecedented Control Over Homes Power Usage and Electric Vehicles
“This legislation is a slippery slope toward centralized, government control of private energy use,” said Christ Herb, CEO and President of Connecticut Energy Marketers Association. “It erodes personal choice, home comfort, and the basic right to control appliances and vehicles you paid for with your own money. When does it end?”
Mission Possible: Steven J. Levy
For more than a century and a half, Sprague has consistently evolved. “We’ve seen dramatic changes in our industry,” notes Levy. “Heating fuels have shifted from high-sulfur to ultra-low-sulfur, with the goal of reducing carbon emissions.” Sprague has often been at the forefront of these shifts.