Juan R. Candelaria

Whether you're hiking scenic trails, lounging on beautiful beaches, or enjoying local festivals, there's no shortage of activities to make your summer unforgettable. Get out and explore all that our state has to offer! 🍦🌟

Don’t forget - through the Passport to the Parks program, drivers that have a Connecticut-registered vehicle do not have to pay a fee to park at any state park and forest. Learn more at ctparks.com.

Monday is Memorial Day, a day to remember and honor all whose bravery and service cost them the ultimate sacrifice. While this long weekend presents the opportunity to spend time with our loved ones, it is also a time to pause and reflect on those who gave their lives to protect and preserve our great nation and democracy. I also make sure to take the time to remind myself to live a life that is meaningful and worthy of the sacrifices so many have made. I hope you all have a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

On Saturday, June 8 from 9am-4pm at the Branford Blackstone Library (758 Main Street, Branford), Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro will host Passport Day in collaboration with the U.S. Department of State.

You may apply for a passport for the time or renew it, with photos available on-site!

And that's a wrap! The Connecticut General Assembly finished our 2024 legislative session at midnight on Wednesday, capping a busy three months of fighting for the people of Connecticut!

As the elderly population steadily grows, there is an urgency to provide resources and assistance to this community. During Monday's session, we took a significant step to achieving that goal by passing HB 5001, a top priority for House Democrats this session.

It was an honor to host our 10th Annual Orgullo y Poder Latino Legislative Summit.
Every year, this event inspires me and reminds me of the strength of our coalition. Without their passion, we would not be such a powerful and inspirational force.

I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to extend a formal invitation to attend the Orgullo y Poder 10th Annual Connecticut Latino Legislative Summit next Tuesday, April 23 from 11am-4pm at the Connecticut State Capitol (210 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106) in the Old Appropriations Room on the third floor of the Capitol.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, street takeovers have become a national issue, including here in Connecticut. This cannot become the new normal. These takeovers by the illegal use of all-terrain and other types of vehicles, pose a significant threat to public safety, endangering participants, innocent bystanders, and law enforcement officials.

On Wednesday, the House of Representatives took bipartisan and unanimous action to help cities and towns regain control of their streets as we voted 148-0 to pass HB 5413 to control takeovers, which have proven to be a concern for many of our residents.