Bonding Approved for Stamford High School Athletic Fields Upgrades
July 29, 2022Today, the State Bond Commission met to approve bonding for numerous initiatives across our state. Among the awards was $1 million to the City of Stamford for the rehabilitation of the Stamford High School Athletic Fields.
Protecting our Air and Environment
July 28, 2022While work at the federal level to step up the fight against climate change has been slow at best, here at the state level, House Democrats supported policies during the 2022 legislative session that will help cut our carbon footprint, promote environmental justice, and protect the health of Connecticut residents.
9 Days Left to Apply for CT Child Tax Payment!
July 22, 2022There are only 9 more days to apply for the Connecticut Child Tax Payment! If you have a child born before January 1, 2022 and are a single parent who earned less than $100,000 or a two-parent household who earned less than $200,000 during the 2021 tax year, you are eligible for a child tax payment of $250 per child, up to three children.
Prevention Tips to Prepare for Extreme Heat of Next Several Days
July 21, 2022The Stamford Mayor's Office is providing guidance for residents on how to stay safe during the extreme heat.
Extreme Heat Moves into CT Forecast
July 19, 2022The summer's first heat wave is here. The next several days are set to see temperatures in Connecticut reach more than 90 degrees with a heat index of triple digits at times, which has prompted activation of the state’s extreme hot weather protocol starting today and effective through 8 p.m. on Sunday, July 24.
9-8-8 Crisis Hotline Could Transform Mental Health Care System
July 18, 2022Those who are experiencing a mental health crisis no longer need to remember 1-800-273-8255 or wait hours for help. They can now call or text the 988 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, to connect with mental health professionals who are trained to respond to these emergencies.
Celebrating Bastille Day
July 14, 2022Happy Bastille Day to the French in CT. Bastille Day is the National Day of France, commemorating the storming of the Bastille during the French Revolution, which signaled the first victory against the Old Regime.
CT DOL Launches New Unemployment, Tax Filing Platform
July 12, 2022I am pleased to share ReEmployCT, a revamped and modern Connecticut Department of Labor online platform that streamlines services and facilitates unemployment and tax filing.