Happy New Year from State Rep. Aimee Berger-Girvalo

December 31, 2025



 

 

This has been a hard year for many in our community. Families are feeling the pressure of everyday expenses, small businesses are navigating constant change, and so many of us are carrying the strain of chaos and division coming from the federal level. It’s a lot to hold. In moments like these, I believe deeply in the importance of steady leadership, shared values, and the simple but powerful act of looking out for one another.

Over the past year, my work has stayed focused on what matters most here at home: strengthening our public schools and services, supporting working families and small businesses, advancing environmental protections, supporting our seniors, protecting healthcare access, and improving road safety  — all while budgeting responsibly and planning for the long term. 

As we turn the page on 2025, my commitment remains the same: to do this work with great care, determination, and optimism, always focused on building a stronger and more stable future for the people I serve. I am grateful for the opportunity to represent you, and I never take that responsibility for granted.

I wish you and your loved ones a new year filled with health, peace, and possibility. May the year ahead bring steadiness where there has been uncertainty, light where there has been darkness, and renewed confidence in what we can build together.

 

New Laws Effective Jan. 1

Several laws passed in the last legislative session will take effect on January 1, 2026.

These new measures address key issues impacting our state and its residents, including expanded incentives for farmers, strengthened protections for workers in sensitive professions, and improved reporting requirements to better track higher education enrollment, post-secondary credits, and student opportunities.

Please take a moment to follow the link below to see the full list of new laws taking effect on Jan. 1. We are advancing laws to support our veterans, transportation safety, environmental initiatives, and more. 
New Laws Effective Jan. 1

And, while it's not a new law, I want to note that the minimum wage will increase on Jan. 1. It will increase from the current rate of $16.35 per hour to $16.94 per hour.

The change is required under a state law Governor Lamont signed in 2019 (Public Act 19-4) that connects the state’s minimum wage to economic indicators, specifically the percentage change in the federal employment cost index.

Continuing forward under this law, Connecticut workers and employers can anticipate that announcements will be made by Oct. 15 of each year declaring the change in the minimum wage that will become effective on Jan. 1 of the approaching year.
 

As always, if you have any questions, comments or concerns, please reach out to my office.


Sincerely,

Aimee Berger-Girvalo
State Representative

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