Kate Farrar

In addition to allocating funds for Special Education Funding we also took action on tax relief for disabled Veterans. Reproductive healthcare is a fundamental right, read more about the proposed bill I am leading to to expand coverage. Plus, read an op-ed Rep. Leeper and I wrote on supporting refugee resettlement organizations.

Celebrating Random Acts of Kindness week visiting local libraries. Special Education Funding is a legislative priority for House Democrats, big vote coming up.

Connecticut Future Business Leaders of America Day at the Capitol was a successful event showcasing incredibly talented high school students. Plus, there are many important bills being proposed this session.

The Governor's budget address, a look at the 2025 Priority Bills this session and more information on expanding access to contraception. Plus, how to apply for financial assistance on home energy needs.

More than 60 of my House colleagues and I introduced Proposed House Bill 5986: AN ACT ESTABLISHING A REFUNDABLE CHILD TAX CREDIT AGAINST THE PERSONAL INCOME TAX. This bill would greatly impact and help families here in CT. My colleagues and I voted in favor of important legislation to enhance survivor benefits for families of state employees killed in the line of duty. 

Committee work is well underway at the Capitol, subscribe and stay up to date with committee happenings. Also, priorities of our new Black Maternal and Infant Health Caucus and share your ideas with at the diner tour stop.

A Closer Look at Taxes, CTRail Funding, honoring MLK and Ella Grasso and more.

The 2025 Legislative Session begins and the Office of Legislative Research just released its report of important issues the General Assembly may face this year.