Kadeem Roberts

EJ's Heart, a Norwalk based nonprofit , will hold a walk tomorrow morning at Brien McMahon High School. EJ's Heart was founded in memory of Elijah "EJ" Gillmore, who passed away suddenly at the age of 4 in 2016. In his memory, the organization provides scholarships and opportunities for local students to pursue their passions.

I hope you have a safe, fun and relaxing Independence Day!

Several new laws that were passed during the 2025 legislative session take effect on Tuesday, July 1. Please see below to read about some of them!

Thank you to everyone who attended Norwalk's Juneteenth celebration yesterday. It was a great event, and I am grateful to the team that worked hard to put everything together.

Next Thursday, June 19 is Juneteenth. Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery in our country. For many years, this important holiday was primarily celebrated in the South, but was unknown to others from the rest of the country. However, thanks to great advocacy work, it is now rightfully observed throughout the country, including Connecticut. In 2022, the Connecticut General Assembly voted to make Juneteenth a state holiday.

The 2025 legislative session concluded on Wednesday. My colleagues and I crafted and passed several great pieces of legislation, but I am most proud of Senate Bill 1542, AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF HANDCUFFS ON YOUNG CHILDREN.

We’re in the final stretch! Only 3 days left in session. Let’s finish strong for Connecticut!

I am proud to share that one of my bills, SB 1542 - AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF HANDCUFFS ON YOUNG CHILDREN, has unanimously passed in the Senate. This bill will raise the age for arrest of a child under certain circumstances, from ten to twelve years in 2026, and from twelve to fourteen years in 2028, and restrict the use of handcuffs on children under fourteen years of age.