Andre Baker Jr

I hope you'll join me for a virtual legislative town hall next Thursday, July 25 from 5:30-6:30pm. We will be discussing what we accomplished in our last legislative session, what to expect in next year's legislative session, and, most important, the issues that matter most to you.

I wanted to give you an update on a national problem that’s been impacting SNAP beneficiaries here in Connecticut. SNAP benefits by criminals steadily increased between 2023 and 2024 in Connecticut, but this month SNAP beneficiaries took action to change their PINS and protect their benefits.

In here is information from the Department of Social Serviced on changing your PIN number and how to pick a safe PIN

I hope you had a wonderful Fourth of July celebrating our country's founding with your friends and family.

With all of the division we see in our country these days, it's important to reflect on the ideals our democracy was founded on: freedom, liberty, and justice for all.

Several new laws that address many issues aimed at improving our great state will become effective on July 1.

With temperatures soaring, Connecticut's emergency hot weather protocol is now in effect through Sunday. 🌡️☀️

Please stay hydrated, seek shade or air-conditioned spaces, and check on vulnerable neighbors and loved ones. Let's stay safe and cool together! Read on for some critical information about what it means for Connecticut to put the extreme heat protocol into effect.

If applicable, I encourage you to apply for the Aspiring Educators Diversity Scholarship Program. This program is available for diverse students who graduated from a public high school in an Alliance School District - which the Bridgeport School District is a part of!

The Connecticut Department of Transportation announced a milling and resurfacing project will be performed on Route 113 in Bridgeport and Stratford starting next Sunday, June 16.

The milling segment of the project is expected to be performed Sunday, June 16 through Wednesday, June 19, and the resurfacing segment of this project is expected to be performed Sunday, June 23 through Friday, June 28.

Whether you're hiking scenic trails, lounging on beautiful beaches, or enjoying local festivals, there's no shortage of activities to make your summer unforgettable. Get out and explore all that our state has to offer! 🍦🌟

Don’t forget - through the Passport to the Parks program, drivers that have a Connecticut-registered vehicle do not have to pay a fee to park at any state park and forest. Learn more at ctparks.com.