Catherine A. Osten
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56
Bills sponsored
this session · 666 all-time
0
Bills co-sponsored
this session · 0 all-time
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Enacted into law
counting…
2088
Recorded votes
98%
Vote participation
voted in 98% of 2088 recorded votes
Voting scorecard
2026 session · computed from recorded roll-call votes
Party unity
99.3%
based on 557 votes
Votes with own party's majority
Independence
0.7%
based on 557 votes
Votes against own party's majority
Participation
98.4%
based on 557 votes
Roll calls where a yes/no was cast
Sponsored (introduced)
666 billsCurrent session 56 bills
- HB 5470 AN ACT CONCERNING HYBRID SCHOOL BUSES. In Committee
- HB 5191 AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR A FIRE SERVICE DISPATCH SYSTEM FOR THE CITY OF NORWICH. In Committee
- SB 9 AN ACT SUPPORTING COMMUTERS AND MICROTRANSIT SERVICES AND CONCERNING PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION. Signed
- SB 2 AN ACT SUPPORTING LOCAL COMMERCE. In Committee
- SB 1 AN ACT MAKING ADJUSTMENTS TO THE STATE BUDGET FOR THE BIENNIUM ENDING JUNE 30, 2027, MAKING DEFICIENCY APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2026, AUTHORIZING AND ADJUSTING BONDS OF THE STATE AND CONCERNING PROVISIONS RELATING TO REVENUE, SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION AND OTHER ITEMS TO IMPLEMENT THE STATE BUDGET. Signed
- SB 7 AN ACT CONCERNING EDUCATIONAL EQUITY. In Committee
- SB 4 AN ACT CONCERNING CONSUMER PRIVACY AND PROTECTION. Signed
- SB 107 AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE ATHLETIC FIELDS FOR REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 8. In Committee
- SB 121 AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS FROM PAYING FEES FOR ANY MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR'S LICENSE AND REGISTRATION. In Committee
- SB 111 AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR WATER LINES AND NECESSARY EQUIPMENT IN THE TOWN OF HEBRON. In Committee
- SB 120 AN ACT SUSPENDING INFLATION COST LIMITATIONS FOR INTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITIES. In Committee
- SB 110 AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE TO ADDRESS THE CONTAMINATION OF WELLS IN THE TOWN OF FRANKLIN. In Committee
- SB 108 AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE TO IMPROVE DAMS, CULVERTS, BRIDGES AND WATERWAYS IN THE TOWN OF LEDYARD. In Committee
- SB 113 AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR FARMS ASSOCIATED WITH NEW ANAEROBIC DIGESTERS TO PROVIDE NECESSARY CHANGES TO MANURE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS. In Committee
- SB 112 AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO LISBON CENTRAL SCHOOL IN THE TOWN OF LISBON. In Committee
- SB 5 AN ACT CONCERNING ONLINE SAFETY. Signed
- SB 165 AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE EXPANSION OF BILL LIBRARY IN THE TOWN OF LEDYARD. In Committee
- SB 8 AN ACT SUPPORTING GRADUATE STUDENTS IN THE STATE. In Committee
- SB 171 AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE RENOVATION, REHABILITATION AND UPDATE OF RECREATIONAL FIELDS IN THE VILLAGE OF BALTIC. In Committee
- SB 6 AN ACT CONCERNING SUPPORTS FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. In Committee
- HB 5184 AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR IMPROVEMENTS AND RENOVATIONS TO CASTLE CHURCH IN THE CITY OF NORWICH. In Committee
- HB 5183 AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR AN EXHAUST SYSTEM UPGRADE AT THE YANTIC FIRE ENGINE COMPANY IN THE CITY OF NORWICH. In Committee
- SB 170 AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR THE COMPLETION OF RECREATIONAL FIELDS AND MEETING AREAS AT THE AMERICAN LEGION POST 85 IN THE TOWN OF SPRAGUE. In Committee
- SB 172 N ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR RENOVATIONS TO ST. MARY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION IN THE VILLAGE OF BALTIC. In Committee
- SB 109 AN ACT AUTHORIZING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR REHABILITATION OF UTILITIES ASSOCIATED WITH CONNECTING NORWICH PUBLIC WORKS THROUGH THE FORMER NORWICH STATE HOSPITAL PROPERTY AND EXTENDING TO THE PRESTON INCINERATOR SITE. In Committee
Historical 610 bills
- HB 6552 AN ACT CONCERNING THE RIGHTS OF RESIDENTS IN NURSING HOME FACILITIES TO USE THE TECHNOLOGY OF THEIR CHOICE FOR VIRTUAL CONNECTIONS TO FAMILY, FRIENDS AND OTHER PERSONS. Died
- HB 5311 AN ACT CONCERNING BOATS, MOTOR VEHICLES IN LIVERY SERVICE AND IN-STATE TRANSPORTER’S PERMITS FOR ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR. Signed
- HB 6427 AN ACT CONCERNING THE ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE AND BYLAWS OF THE MILITIA UNITS. Signed
- SB 328 AN ACT CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF DEVELOPMENTAL AND SOCIAL SERVICES IN THE STATE. Died
- SB 393 AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF METHODS TO ALLEVIATE HIGH ROOM TEMPERATURES IN RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS. Died
- HB 6409 AN ACT CONCERNING THE SOLICITATION OF BIOGAS INJECTION PROPOSALS FROM ANAEROBIC DIGESTION FACILITIES. Died
- SB 56 AN ACT DETERRING AGE DISCRIMINATION IN EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS. Signed
- HB 5734 AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS FROM PAYING FEES FOR MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS. Died
- SB 707 AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF RHAM HIGH SCHOOL AS A REGIONAL SHELTER. Died
- SB 438 AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF NATIVE AMERICAN MASCOTS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Died
- SB 470 AN ACT CONCERNING THE DATE OF THE ANNUAL SALES TAX FREE WEEK. Died
- SB 741 AN ACT EXTENDING FARMER TAX EXEMPTION PERMITS GRANTED TO CERTAIN START-UP FARMERS NEGATIVELY IMPACTED BY THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. Died
- HB 5223 AN ACT INCREASING ACCESS TO FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS IN MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL RESTROOMS. Died
- SB 162 AN ACT CONCERNING MANAGEMENT OF RESERVATION LANDS AND TRIBAL SERVICES. Died
- HB 5722 AN ACT ALLOWING A PERSONAL INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR STIPENDS PAID TO VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS AND VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE MEMBERS. Died
- SB 660 AN ACT EXPANDING WORKERS' COMPENSATION BENEFITS FOR CERTAIN MENTAL OR EMOTIONAL IMPAIRMENTS SUFFERED BY HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS IN CONNECTION WITH COVID-19. Signed
- HB 6236 AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN INFORMATION CONCERNING CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS FROM PUBLIC DISCLOSURE UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT. Died
- SB 855 AN ACT CONCERNING THE DECOUPLING OF THE PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY AUTHORITY AND THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION. Died
- HB 6500 AN ACT CONCERNING SUPPLEMENTAL REVISIONS TO THE STATE'S HEMP PROGRAM STATUTE. Signed
- HB 6385 AN ACT CONCERNING ENHANCEMENTS TO CERTAIN AGRICULTURAL PROGRAMS. Signed
- HB 5423 AN ACT CONCERNING THE EXPANSION OF PASSENGER TRAIN AND GROUND TRANSPORTATION SERVICES IN EASTERN CONNECTICUT. Died
- SB 241 AN ACT CONCERNING OVERSIGHT AND TRANSPARENCY AT THE CONNECTICUT PORT AUTHORITY. Signed
- HB 6603 AN ACT CONCERNING TOURISM. Signed
- SB 146 AN ACT CONCERNING REVENUE FROM GAMING ACTIVITIES, GRANTS IN LIEU OF TAXES FOR TRIBAL LANDS AND SALE OF ALCOHOL BY CASINO PERMITTEES. Died
- SB 36 AN ACT CONCERNING SCHOOL LUNCH DEBT. Died
Voting record
Current session 39 votes
| Bill | Vote | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
|
SJ00004
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
|
SJ00005
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
|
SJ00030
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00016
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SR00004
Senate Resolution
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00015
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00027
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00034
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00022
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00012
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00013
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00029
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00025
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00020
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00031
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00017
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00023
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00028
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00021
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
HJ00017
House Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
|
HJ00014
House Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
|
SJ00033
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
HJ00016
House Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
|
HJ00002
House Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
|
SJ00071
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
|
HJ00064
House Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
|
HJ00027
House Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
|
SJ00026
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00032
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00062
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | May 05, 2026 |
|
SJ00014
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
SJ00024
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | March 26, 2026 |
|
HJ00021
House Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
|
SJ00064
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
|
HJ00028
House Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
|
HJ00063
House Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
|
HJ00013
House Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
|
SJ00035
Senate Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
|
HJ00007
House Joint Nomination
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | April 08, 2026 |
Historical 11 votes
| Bill | Vote | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
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HB 8002
AN ACT CONCERNING HOUSING GROWTH.
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | November 14, 2025 |
|
HB 8001
AN ACT CONCERNING THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT HEALTH CENTER JOINT VENTURE INITIATIVE.
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | November 13, 2025 |
|
HB 8002
AN ACT CONCERNING HOUSING GROWTH.
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Nay | fail | November 13, 2025 |
|
HB 8004
AN ACT CONCERNING CHILDREN'S BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, A STANDARD SELF-EMPLOYMENT EXPENSE DEDUCTION FOR TEMPORARY FAMILY ASSISTANCE, THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS SURCHARGE TO SUPPORT THE FIREFIGHTERS CANCER RELIEF PROGRAM, COURTHOUSE OPERATIONS, DATA PROTECTION AND PROCEDURES FOR REDISTRICTING AND CORRECTING DISTRICTING ERRORS.
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Nay | fail | November 13, 2025 |
|
HB 8003
AN ACT CONCERNING TEMPORARY ADJUSTMENTS TO THE BUDGET RESERVE FUND AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS TO ADDRESS REDUCTIONS IN FEDERAL FUNDING.
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | November 13, 2025 |
|
HB 6970
AN ACT CONCERNING ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE.
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | June 04, 2025 |
|
HB 7192
AN ACT IMPLEMENTING RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE BIPARTISAN DRUG TASK FORCE.
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | June 04, 2025 |
|
SB 1541
AN ACT CONCERNING THE OFFICE OF THE CORRECTION OMBUDS, DISCLOSURE OF DISCIPLINARY MATTERS OR ALLEGED MISCONDUCT BY A DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION EMPLOYEE, USE OF FORCE AND BODY CAMERAS IN CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES AND CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORDS.
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | June 04, 2025 |
|
HB 7267
AN ACT CONCERNING THE FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY REPORT.
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | June 04, 2025 |
|
SB 1558
AN ACT CONCERNING INCOME TAXES IMPOSED BY OTHER JURISDICTIONS ON RESIDENTS OF THE STATE.
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | June 04, 2025 |
|
HB 7046
AN ACT MAKING REVISIONS TO THE SECOND INJURY FUND.
Senate Roll Call Vote |
Yea | pass | June 04, 2025 |