Upcoming Session, Portable Heater Tips, and more

January 24, 2025


 
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Dear Neighbor,
Happy Friday!

The House will be in session next Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 1pm!

Follow CT-N for live coverage of House and Senate floor debates!
 

The cold snap in Connecticut may lead some to use portable heaters in their homes to help stave off Jack Frost.

Using these heaters come with some risks, however, as they are the leading cause of home fires in January and February.

Here are some precautions you should take, according to FEMA, if you use portable heaters:

  • Turn portable heaters off when you go to bed or leave the room.
  • Keep anything that can burn – i.e. bedding, clothing, mattresses, furniture, paper products -- at least three feet away from portable heaters.
  • Plug in portable heaters directly into outlets; do NOT plug them into extension cords or power strips.
  • Inspect and replace damaged cords, broken outlets or loose connections.
  • Use portable heaters with automatic shutoffs so, if they tip over, they turn off.
  • Only use portable heaters approved by a recognized testing lab.

It's extremely important to stay warm, but it's also important to stay fire safe this winter.
 

Yesterday was Maternal Health Awareness Day. Connecticut House Democrats stand strong in our commitment to improving maternal health for all, from prenatal care to postpartum support. We've passed critical legislation like the Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Act and expanded Medicaid coverage to ensure that every patient receives the care they deserve. But our work isn't done—let's continue to fight for better outcomes and a healthier future for all Connecticut families.

 
Sincerely,

Juan Candelaria
State Representative
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