Early Voting in Bridgeport, New DSS Feature, and more

October 17, 2025



 

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Dear Neighbor,

I hope this message finds you and your family well! Don't forget the deadline to register to vote in the 2025 municipal elections is today, October 17th, and early voting will start Monday, October 20th!

In this week's email, you can learn how you can participate in Early Voting and make sure you are registered for the 2025 municipal elections, read about a new Department of Social Services feature to help residents access resources, and find more state and local resources I hope you find useful. If you have any questions or if my office can be of assistance to you, please reach out to my office at any time. 
 

Early Voting Starting October 20th 

With municipal elections coming up on Tuesday, November 4th, the deadline to register to vote is this Friday, October 17th, and early voting will begin next week on Monday, October 20th. 

First, are you eligible to vote? Check HERE.

You can complete registration in a few ways:

  • By mail: Applications must be postmarked or hand-delivered to the Registrar's Office by October 17th. 

OR

  • Online: By using the Connecticut Online Voter Registration System (CVRS), which you can find HERE.

Early voting for the November 2025 Municipal Election will begin on October 20th and will run through November 2nd. Early voting will take place at the Margaret Morton Government Center, located at 999 Broad Street. The polling site will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with extended hours from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 28th, and Thursday, October 30th. Same-Day Registration (SDR) is also available during the early voting period.

Click here for additional information on early voting.

Check out the 2025 Connecticut Voting Guide below.  
 

New Department of Social Services Chatbot: Laurel

We’re making government work faster for you! The Connecticut Department of Social Services just launched Laurel, a new chatbot that cuts wait times and gives residents instant, 24/7 access to benefit information and resources.

The Connecticut Department of Social Services is actively working to be more accessible for people receiving services or those applying for services in other ways besides waiting on the phone or having to visit their office.
 

DEA Takeback Day

The drug epidemic in the United States is a clear and present public health, public safety, and national security threat. Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands. When they do - it has dangerous and often tragic consequences. 

You can help fight that epidemic by participating in DEA Takeback Day. It's an opportunity for anyone to remove unneeded medications from their homes, preventing medication misuse and opioid addiction.

On October 25th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., you can turn in excess drugs at State Police Troop G. This is just one of the many locations that will be open across the state. You can find details on the drop-off process and locations by using the DEA Collection Site Locator. Click HERE for more info.
 

Breast Cancer Screenings

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the governor's office and public health officials are reinforcing the critical importance of early detection in the fight against breast cancer. Regular mammograms remain the most effective method for identifying breast cancer at its earliest and most treatable stages.

For Connecticut residents who may not be able to afford regular mammograms, the Connecticut Department of Public Health’s Early Detection and Prevention Program offers free breast cancer screenings. This program is available to those with low income and limited or no health insurance, with services provided at various locations across the state.

Click here for more information on whether you qualify for free screenings, if you need assistance accessing a mammogram, or for other available resources. The Department of Public Health can also be contacted directly at 860-509-7804 for more information. 
 

As always, please feel free to contact me at 800-842-8267 or by email at Andre.Baker@cga.ct.gov. And for news and legislative updates, please visit my official Facebook page.

Sincerely,

Andre Baker

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