Marcus Brown

We're racing towards the end of session as we pass a number of bills that will be crucial to protecting and supporting countless Connecticut residents.

Street takeovers, resulting from the illegal use of all-terrain and other types of vehicles, are becoming a much more dangerous issue in Connecticut, demanding that we take action against it. We did just that in the legislature last week, passing HB 5413 which seeks to provide more tools to municipalities for them to more effectively combat these street takeovers.

Last week, we passed a deal between the state and Personal Assisted Care (PAC) workers that protects not only their wages but also their physical well-being. PAC workers help care for our elderly, sick, disabled, and those with the most need for a helping hand.

We are at the halfway point of the session, so it's become clear what our priorities for this year are. As the Vice Chair of the General Law Committee, I can clearly see which bills will benefit millions of our Connecticut residents.

Today, I was honored to speak at the Press Conference of the Reproductive Rights Caucus laying out our priorities for the year's legislative session.

Today, we approved $17 million in additional cold weather heating assistance funds – many residents and families who receive assistance through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) or Operation Fuel will have access to funds to ensure they can heat their homes through the cold weather season.

I will be attending a legislative coffee hour and a legislative forum for the Bridgeport Delegation. This is a great way to see me in person to tell me your concerns and priorities for the upcoming legislative session.

Connecticut has launched its new jobs portal which is aimed at assisting state residents — and those seeking to move here — in the process of finding a job.