Jane Garibay

Juneteenth – June 19 – commemorates and celebrates the end of slavery in the United States, but the important history of this now state and federal holiday was not widely known for many years.

The Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) wants residents to be aware of new work requirements affecting some recipients of SNAP benefits and upcoming changes to HUSKY Health eligibility rules.

The good news: most people will not lose their benefits. However, it is important to review the new requirements and determine whether they apply to your situation.

Medical debt can place a significant financial burden on families in communities across Connecticut, which can result in severe economic hardship or bankruptcy.

With Memorial Day marking the unofficial kick off to summer, we hope you get a chance to enjoy the many parks, beaches, and attractions our beautiful state has to offer.

Last week, Governor Lamont signed into law a bill that will allow cameras to be installed in residential care facilities so families can keep an eye on their loved ones. This bill came out of the Aging Committee this past session.

Whether it's our first responders, veterans, nurses, teachers, or other skilled workers, it is important that we continue to invest in and protect the people who keep our communities safe and running.

As the 2026 legislative session wrapped up, State Representative Maryam Khan & I were honored to welcome the Windsor High School Football, Boys' Basketball, & Girls' Track teams to celebrate their state championship wins. They came to Hartford to be recognized & presented citations before the General Assembly on May 6. Here are my remarks from that day!

Bipartisan state budget adjustments were passed by the legislature that make historical investments in our cities and towns to help stabilize property taxes and enhance local public education.