Rosario Disheartened that Bridgeport cop will not be charged in Jayson Negron's Death
January 26, 2018After months of investigation, the State's Attorney's office released a report indicating that Officer James Boulay’s use of deadly force was justified in the May 9 shooting of 15-year-old Jayson Negron. Here is my statement:
Free - Low Cost Flu Vaccine Clinics
January 24, 2018As some of you may know, the flu season outbreak has hit our state with several hospitalizations and deaths associated with influenza since early December. In response to this outbreak, the State Department of Public Health (DPH) has announced a statewide influenza vaccination clinic for those residents who have not gotten their flu vaccine yet.
BPRC Leaders on FEMA's Decision to Cut Temporary Housing Help
January 19, 2018The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) decided to rescind Transitional Shelter Assistance (TSA) housing benefits to Puerto Rican families who came to Connecticut after Hurricane Maria to almost 40 families. This decision is beyond unacceptable – it is cruel, inhumane and outrageous. We urge FEMA and the federal government to reverse this unfair decision and provide the necessary funds for these American citizens, who are in extreme need of shelter, particularly during the cold days of winter.
Medicare Savings Program Restored
January 8, 2018In a bipartisan vote, the House of Representatives today voted to restore $54 million in funding to the Medicare Savings Program (MSP). More than 113,000 seniors and disabled individuals depend on the state program to purchase their Medicare Part B benefits.
Happy Holidays!
December 20, 2017As 2017 comes to a close, I'd like to take a moment to wish you and your family Happy Holidays. I am thankful for the opportunity to serve Bridgeport and I look forward to what we will accomplish in 2018.
Cuts to Medicare Savings Program Delayed
December 11, 2017The state Department of Social Services has announced it will delay changes to the Medicare Savings Program (MSP). Scheduled to implement income eligibility reductions beginning January 1st, DSS has put the plan on hold for at least two months.
Renters Rebate Checks Being Mailed
December 6, 2017The Office of Policy and Management has announced that residents enrolled in the state’s Renter’s Rebate program are expected to receive their checks within the next several days.
Renters' Rebate Program Funded
November 16, 2017The state legislature ensured participants in the Renters’ Rebate Program will receive their checks with a quick fix to the bipartisan state budget.