Michelle L. Cook

"I am honored to continue serving in this role and to have the privilege of working alongside Speaker-designate Ritter again. I look forward to getting back to work this session to advocate for the people of Connecticut, especially during these unprecedented times," said Rep. Cook. This will be Rep. Cook's third term serving as Deputy Speaker.

Connecticut's Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) has extended the enrollment period for programs preventing heat source shut-offs for residential and non-residential customers through at least February 9, 2021.

The Connecticut Department of Public Health today released its weekly COVID-19 Alert Map, which indicates that 150 cities and towns in Connecticut are now in the red zone alert level, the highest of the state’s four alert levels.

The Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development today published updated sector rules regarding team sports, as well as gyms and fitness centers. These rules take effect Monday, November 23.

The Connecticut Department of Public Health today released its weekly COVID-19 Alert Map, which indicates that 145 cities and towns in Connecticut are now in the red zone alert level, the highest of the state’s four alert levels.

Connecticut’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) is reminding all customers that the enrollment period for the COVID-19 Payment Program for both residential and non-residential customers is extended through at least February 9, 2021.

Connecticut’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) is reminding all customers that the enrollment period for the COVID-19 Payment Program for both residential and non-residential customers is extended through at least February 9, 2021.

To address staffing needs and shortages in nursing homes statewide, the Connecticut Department of Public Health today announced the launch of the ConnectToCare online portal to match long-term care facilities in the state with hundreds of qualified potential staff.