Patrick Biggins

While the final days of Hunger Action Month are among us, the mission to stomp out food insecurity in Connecticut and nationwide will continue. There are several ways you can continue to help.

We will never forget what happened 24 years ago this week.

I want to wish students and parents a happy return to school! This is always a time for emotion, including sadness over the end of summer, and the joy of starting a new year fresh. I hope everyone makes the transition safely and easily.

The Student Loan Reimbursement Program reopens on Friday. It provides up to $5,000 a year in loan reimbursement for CT residents who meet service and income criteria. Funds are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. I've included all the details about the program below.

Following the hot days and thunderstorms, we are well-positioned for a beautiful weekend. Let's get outside and enjoy the fresh air!

I hope you had a good weekend!

I attended a roundtable discussion on food insecurity, as well as meal options available for kids and teens during the summer, on Friday.

We're in the midst of our second heat wave of the summer, and it's only mid-July. It's Connecticut. We love our differing seasons, including this one. However, during times like these, it is important to stay hydrated. Let's also keep an eye on our most vulnerable, and of course, our furry friends. The state's extreme heat protocol ends on Friday.

Next month, new laws will go into effect. Some of them are from years ago, while others are the result of legislation we passed this year. Some of the changes that are coming include additional funding for schools, securing our elections, protecting libraries, and more.