The legislative program of the Connecticut State Grange supports the interests of rural and suburban Connecticut at the local and state levels of government. The Grange's legislative posture is based on over 140 years of continuous concern for the problems of rural and suburban communities in a rapidly changing economic and social environment.
The Grange is very protective of its non-partisanship in the public forum. Thus, this positive force is used by the Grange in its approach to legislative matters and in its discussions of Grange legislative positions. Grange policies, which originate from its members as resolutions, have emerged to address the needs of the rural community and the traditional family unit.
Resolutions involving legislative issues, which are passed by the delegate body at the State Grange Session, are incorporated into the Connecticut State Grange Legislative Policy Guide. This is one of the important tools that are used to relay the Grange's position. The Legislative Guide is distributed to every member of the Connecticut General Assembly as well as all Pomona, Community, and Junior Granges in Connecticut. The Connecticut State Grange Legislative Committee also has an active voice at the Capitol during the Legislative session relaying the Grange’s position and testifying on active bills.
Grange members are encouraged to read the Legislative Policy Guide. The committee will communicate to the Granges on active issues throughout the year through the Granger, or one of the electronic methods of communications. Members are encouraged to take action and contact their local Representatives or Senators to relay the Grange positions on issues.
If any member would like assistance in contacting your Legislators or in writing resolutions contact any member of the Connecticut State Grange Legislative Committee. |
