Session, Tax Assistance, and more

February 21, 2025


 
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Dear Neighbor,
Happy Friday!

A reminder that on Saturday, March 15 at 2pm at the Fair Haven Library (182 Grand Ave, New Haven), Senate President Pro Tempore Martin Looney and I will host a Fair Haven legislative town hall. We will update you on our work at the Capitol, tell you our legislative priorities, and hear about the issues that matter most to you! I hope to see you there!
 
The legislature is currently holding public hearings, with 19 scheduled for next week! Visit this website for information on how to testify on a bill at a public hearing.

If you're interested in testifying or watching a public hearing you can see the schedule for next week below:

 
 
The House will be in session Monday, Feb. 24 at 5pm! Follow along live and stay up-to-date with the resources below.
💻Watch live: CT-N.com
🌐Stay up-to-date: housedems.ct.gov
📅 Calendar of events: cga.ct.gov
 

There are several free resources available this year for anyone who needs to file state and federal taxes.

You can use the IRS Direct File Tool, which is a new option for anyone who lived and earned all their income in Connecticut last year.

 

Button: Click here for more information on IRS Direct File Tool - https://directfile.irs.gov/

 

The federal government is also offering the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, which offers free tax preparation services to eligible taxpayers. Here is some of the eligibility date for VITA:

  • Household income less than $68,000
  • If self-employed, business expenses should be less than $35,000
  • No income from a rental property

CLICK HERE to book your appointment now!

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to save money when filing your taxes!

 
 
Sincerely,

Juan Candelaria
State Representative
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