Easing-up on COVID-19 Restrictions
March 8, 2021Governor Lamont has announced a phased rollback of some COVID-19 restrictions.
Access Health Special Enrollment Open Through March 15
February 16, 2021Access Health CT's (AHCT) Special Enrollment Period is open now through March 15, 2021 for uninsured residents to obtain quality, affordable health care coverage, particularly those negatively affected by the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Vaccine Appointment Assist Line Expanded
February 8, 2021In partnership with the state Department of Public Health (DPH), the United Way of Connecticut has announced plans to immediately expand availability and access to vaccine scheduling through the state’s Vaccine Appointment Assist Line.
African American/Black and Puerto Rican/Latino Course Studies
February 3, 2021I am pleased to share that Public Act 19-12, "An Act Concerning the Inclusion of Black and Latino Studies in the Public School Curriculum" is moving forward with a more comprehensive curriculum that includes African American/Black and Puerto Rican/Latino Course Studies and their contributions to the rich history of the United States.
Money for New Haven Schools
February 2, 2021I am pleased to report that New Haven will receive $37,716,245 in Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds (ESSER II) as part of the second CARES act that passed in December 2020.
Tiered Approach to Phase 1b Vaccinations
January 20, 2021The State of Connecticut is expecting about 45,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses on a weekly basis from the federal government.
Utility Assistance for Qualifying Families
January 7, 2021Qualifying Connecticut families can receive energy assistance to help reduce unpaid utility bill balances through the Operation Fuel Online Portal.
Rep. Walker Appointed House Chair of Appropriations Committee
November 10, 2020Speaker-designate Ritter and Majority Leader Rojas asked longtime committee leader Toni Walker to continue serving the state as House Chair of the Appropriations Committee.