The Connecticut State Senate is moving ahead with votes on more than a dozen emergency-certified bills without holding public hearings, triggering sharp criticism over transparency. Lawmakers are using a procedural shortcut that allows legislation to bypass the normal public input process. Critics say residents and advocacy groups are being locked out of decisions that could have wide-ranging impacts, calling it a clear break from open government. Senate leaders reportedly plan to proceed with the votes today, despite the backlash, fueling questions about why the bills are being rushed and who benefits from avoiding public scrutiny.