Geoff Luxenberg

The Generation Power CT Emergency Energy Assistance Program is now open for the January cycle. Below, you can find information on how your household can apply for assistance this winter season.

This week, Access Health CT announced it has extended the deadline to apply for coverage beginning on February 1st, from January 15th to January 31st, giving residents an additional 2 weeks to apply. Further down, learn how you can still apply for or renew your healthcare coverage.

As we welcome a new year, several laws passed in the 2025 legislative session will take effect on January 1, 2026.

From my family to yours, I wanted to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones Happy Holidays. I hope you all have a season filled with peace, joy, and meaningful time spent with friends and family.

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) announced that wrong-way detection activation will take place on I-84 eastbound at Exit 63 in Manchester. This project is scheduled to occur starting at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 16th, and finishing at 2:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 17th. 

With a blast of arctic air expected to blanket Connecticut over the next several days, the state's severe cold weather protocol will go into effect for the first time this year, beginning at 3 p.m. on Thursday, December 4, through Tuesday, December 9, at noon.

I hope you and your family had a wonderful Thanksgiving and are enjoying the holiday season.

Access Health CT enrollment is still open for health and dental plans. Throughout December, Access Health is holding enrollment fairs across the state to help residents with coverage. Find information on these events and how to enroll in coverage below. 

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture recently announced a new round of funding through the CT Grown for CT Kids Grant program to support school projects across the state, including Great Path Academy at CT State Manchester. Keep scrolling to learn what this means for students and the community. 

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is beginning to develop plans across the state to improve safety at highway-railroad crossings, including in Manchester. Further down in this message, read about where in town work will be done and the project details. 

I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday filled with happiness, good health, memories, and laughter. We are thankful to call the great State of Connecticut home. Happy Thanksgiving from the CT House Democrats and from my family to yours.

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) announced that wrong-way detection installation will take place on 384 at Exit 1 in Manchester. This project is scheduled to occur on Monday, November 24th.