Andre Baker Jr

The Bridgeport House delegation applauded the state House of Representatives' passage of a bill that would increase citizen participation in Neighborhood Revitalization Zone committees.

April is "Sexual Assault Awareness Month." Several bills that support victims and prevent sexual violence have been voted out of committee and sent to the floor for debate and consideration.

The city is slated to receive $3.1 million in supplemental car tax reimbursement money after the Bridgeport legislative delegation fought to secure the release of the funds from the state Office of Policy and Management.

The Bridgeport state legislative delegation delivered testimony in support of House Bill 5305 which would create an open, competitive bidding process for new casino expansion in Connecticut.

The Connecticut State Bond Commission awarded the Bridgeport Public Library a $1 million grant for the construction of a new, larger Newfield branch library.

As Bridgeport residents gathered to mark Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, state Rep. Andre Baker and members of Project Longevity advocated for initiatives that prevent one less person from falling victim to gun violence.

In September, MGM Resorts International announced its plans for a $675 million casino and entertainment complex in Bridgeport's Steelpointe Harbor area. While this project may enhance the vibrancy of our city's downtown, I want to know if this is a project you would support. Please take the time to fill out this survey to let me know where you stand on this proposal and if there are any other development opportunities you believe we should pursue.

Following the legislature’s approval of technical revisions to the bipartisan budget passed last month, older and disabled renters are slated to receive their state refund checks under the Connecticut Renters’ Rebate Program.