House Minority Leader Candelora Objects To Vaccine Bill

Connecticut Public Radio | By Lucy Nalpathanchil,

Matt Dwyer

Published April 21, 2021 at 6:00 AM EDT

Connecticut House Minority Leader Rep. Vincent Candelora

This hour, we speak with the top Republican in the state house the next steps after a fight in the state House over a vaccine bill. The proposal would end the practice of allowing parents to avoid vaccination for their children by claiming religious objections. The house approved the measure, but it has yet to come up for a vote in the senate.

Also, is the governor doing the right thing, by planning to end most COVID-19 restrictions next month?

Vincent Candelora -- Connecticut House Republican Minority Leader
Susan Raff -- WFSB Eyewitness News Channel 3 Chief Political Reporter

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Lucy Nalpathanchil

Lucy leads Connecticut Public's strategies to deeply connect and build collaborations with community-focused organizations across the state.

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Matt Dwyer

Matt Dwyer is an editor, reporter and midday host for Connecticut Public's news department. He produces local news during All Things Considered.

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