CURRENT NEWS

Coffee with Governor Lamont at Ross Bread

March 17, 2023

I had a great time at the "Grab a Coffee" event at Ross Bread with Governor Lamont and Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz .

We spent time chatting with constituents about legislative items like House Bill 5001, a bill that would give more resources to persons with an intellectual or developmental disability, long-term environmental legislation, and local traffic and pedestrian safety.

One of my favorite parts of the job is talking with constituents about issues that matter to them and reflecting on how I can bring their concerns back to Hartford. I always look forward to these events because am inspired by those wanting to make Ridgefield a better place for everyone.

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National Read Across America Day

March 2, 2023

What fun returning to my old job and my kids’ old elementary school to read to these awesome kids! So many great questions from the students, and a really fun conversation about how government works, inspired by our book, “Sofia Valdez, Future Prez”, written by Andrea Beatty. Thank you, RPS for giving me the chance to get back to a place and activity I love so much.

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Critical Benefits Coming To an End

February 24, 2023

Very soon, there will be changes for some of our most vulnerable individuals and families who are on Medicaid. Starting on April 1, the COVID-19 public health emergency protection will be coming to an end. Medicaid enrollees who were continuously covered will again have to provide proof of eligibility to continue getting benefits.

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Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

February 17, 2023

According to the CDC, about 1 in 12 teens experience physical dating violence. Parent involvement is a protective factor to safeguard teens against engaging in risky behaviors. Here are a few tips for parents:

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Roe v Wade 50th Anniversary

January 22, 2023

I am proud to say that during the 2022 Legislative Session, the Connecticut General Assembly passed the Reproductive Freedom Defense Act, which legally protects medical providers and patients traveling to Connecticut seeking abortion care.

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