Marcus Brown

This school year, every Connecticut student can start their day with a free breakfast, thanks to the $12 million in funding we secured in the state legislature to provide universal free school breakfast throughout the 2026–27 school year.

Connecticut residents are encouraged to recognize veterans who continue to make lasting contributions in their communities by nominating them for the 2026 Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame. This honor celebrates veterans who, after their military service, have shown exceptional leadership and community service. 

Recent actions taken at the Capitol include an additional investment to the Early Childhood Education Endowment, Landmark Legislation signed for AI protections, and Medical Debt Erased for many.

End of Session Wrap-Up, highlights of the budget and key bills that passed. Also, a legislative coffee hour coming up!

The Bridgeport House Democratic Legislative Delegation in announcing that we have secured more than $25 million in additional funding for the City of Bridgeport, including critical support to help address the current budget shortfall facing Bridgeport Public Schools.

We advanced bills that support our elderly community and put the safety of our children first.

Celebrating Black History Month and Remembering Rev. Jesse Jackson. The House was back in session this week and we passed two bills that now head over to the governor's desk to be signed. Plus, Generation Power CT's Emergency Assistance Program is launching its final cycle of assistance.

The 2026 Legislative Session has officially begun, all the links to stay informed and follow along. Details on the supplemental plan for Emergency Relief Funds in response to federal funding reductions. Join me and my colleague Rep. McCarthy-Vahey for a Legislative Coffee Hour.