Ban On Bump Stocks Moves Forward
May 3, 2018I am proud of my support to ban bump stocks in CT, simple additions to semiautomatic weapons that enable guns to fire rapidly like automatic firearms - the bill was approved in the House on a bipartisan vote.
10 Essential Health Benefits Passes House
April 30, 2018I voted in favor of legislation to protect the "10 essential health benefits" in Connecticut health insurance plans. The bill passed the House with bipartisan support.
Graduation Rates In Connecticut Improving
April 24, 2018I'm happy to share that graduation rates in Connecticut have reached an all-time high.
Pay Equity Gains Momentum
April 19, 2018The state House of Representatives took a step on April 19 toward closing the gender wage gap and ensuring women earn equal pay for equal work by passing House Bill 5386.
April Is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April 17, 2018April is “Sexual Assault Awareness Month.”
It’s time to talk openly about sexual assault and sexual violence so we can prevent it – punish perpetrators – and support victims.
Safe Havens Law
April 10, 2018The Safe Havens Law was put in place to give parents a safe and private option that allows anyone to drop off a newborn baby (30 days old or younger) at any hospital emergency room in Connecticut.
Winter Heating Assistance Deadline Approaching
March 27, 2018We are closing in on the deadline to apply for heating assistance. If you are eligible for home heating assistance, this program is here to help you and your family stay warm.
Myths And Facts About Tolls
March 27, 2018Connecticut is one of only two states in the Northeast that does not use tolls to fund critical transportation infrastructure repairs and improvements, and our state’s highways are in dire need of work.