Anthony Nolan

I was proud to stand with my legislative colleagues, child care providers, and advocates in calling for immediate assistance to childcare centers across our state. 

The House just passed HB 5271 to extend the popular provision through next year and further allow restaurants the ability to safely rebuild their customer base.

This week at the Capitol, I testified at the Committee on Children's public hearing in regards to two important pieces of legislation.

My colleagues and I have worked collaboratively on a bipartisan bill to provide additional support, resources and structural change to the children's mental health system in Connecticut.

The U.S. Coast Guard plays a vital role in our maritime security and safety. On Thursday, Feb. 10, we unveiled an exhibit in the State Capitol to honor and highlight the rich history of the Coast Guard with an emphasis on Connecticut based Coast Guard units. 

This month we held a great discussion on Understanding Coercive Control, hosted by State Representative Christine Conley and I. You can watch the full forum here.

Although today is the official start of Black History Month, it does not and should not start and stop in the month of February. Black History should be seen in the curriculum of students all year long, and be reflected in our homes every day. This should be the goal!

The Connecticut Essential Workers COVID-19 Assistance Fund is now up and running. It was authorized by the legislature in June for the purpose of easing the financial burden on essential workers who became ill and were unable to work, or died, between March 10, 2020 and July 20, 2021.

The program assists with: