David Michel

Minimum wage workers are moving closer to a living wage. The House approved House Bill 5004 to increase the minimum wage incrementally over the next few years to $15 in 2023.

I was pleased to join my colleagues in the CT Black and Puerto Rican Caucus​ and Connecticut Progressive Democratic Caucus​ and members of the CT Chapter of the U.S. Youth Climate Strike to urge lawmakers to halt the diversion of Efficiency & Clean Energy funds.

It’s an exciting time of year for students as they prepare for higher education and move closer to their future goals.

The 2020 census count just about a year away, and town and state officials are dedicated to ensuring each and every resident is counted, no matter their occupation, age, race, religion or citizenship status.

The state took its first step in potentially introducing a Green New Deal to invest in renewable energy and green technology. House Bill 5002, An Act Concerning the Development of a Green New Deal, came before the Energy and Technology Committee for a Public Hearing.

Last week, the state took its first step in potentially introducing a Paid Family Medical Leave program. House Bill 5003, An Act Implementing a Paid Family Medical Leave Program, came before the Labor and Public Employee Committee for a Public Hearing.

The Progressive Caucus held its "Love Note to CT" to discuss our top legislative priorities concerning the environment, social justice, health care, education and many more.

Saturday, Rep. David Michel joined State Representative Jonathan Steinberg of the 136th Assembly District and State Senator Will Haskell of the 26th Senate District as well as several other legislators and environmentalists to discuss a state-wide plastic bag ban.