State Senator Lisa Seminara discusses her background and journey into politics, as well as some of the key issues she has worked on during her first term. She highlights the passage of the wheelchair bill, which ensures timely repairs for wheelchair users, and the aging in place policies that support seniors in staying in their homes. She also addresses the issue of unaffordable energy costs in Connecticut and suggests capping power purchase agreements to mitigate future costs. The conversation covers various suggestions made by the Republicans to address the rising energy costs in Connecticut. These suggestions include capping power purchase agreements, moving public benefits off the bill and into the state's budget, separating regulatory and policy bodies, including nuclear and hydro power in class one renewables, and terminating the EV rebate program. The conversation also touches on other important issues such as improving the business climate, fully funding special education services, addressing rising crime rates, and bringing a common-sense approach to the legislature. Lisa Seminara is seeking re-election as she believes she brings a common-sense voice to the state Senate.

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