Celebrating Juneteenth
June 19, 2023Happy Juneteenth!
Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery in our country. This important holiday was unknown to many for several years, but thanks to the tireless work of advocates, it is now rightfully recognized throughout the country.
Session Recap for the Week of June 9
June 9, 2023The 2023 legislative session gaveled out at midnight on Wednesday. I am proud of all of the legislation that my colleagues and I were able to craft, debate and pass during our time in Hartford. Below are a few bills that passed over the past few days:
The Budget We Passed Promotes Fiscal Stability & Responsibility
June 6, 2023After months of negotiations, the House of Representatives delivered a state budget that includes the largest income tax cut in the state’s history and significant increases in funding for local schools, also known as Education Cost Sharing (ECS) funds.
Session Recap for the Week of June 2
June 2, 2023The House has been in session for the past few days. My colleagues and I were able to pass several pieces of legislation, including a few that I wanted to highlight:
Session Recap for the Week of May 19
May 19, 2023The House was in session on Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday. My colleagues and I were able to pass several pieces of legislation, including a few that I wanted to highlight:
Session Recap for the Week of May 12
May 16, 2023The House was in session last Tuesday and Wednesday. My colleagues and I were able to pass several pieces of legislation, including a few that I wanted to highlight:
Charter Oak Job Fair May 4
May 3, 2023The Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) unanimously voted to begin a search for consultants to monitor the performance of the state's two electric distribution companies - Eversource and United Illuminating. This is an important step toward eventually shifting to performance-based regulation for the companies.
CT Food Insecurity Awareness Day
April 28, 2023Last Friday, I teamed up with Karen Thomas, the Executive Director of Friendly Hands Food Bank and other leaders to celebrate the first annual CT Food Insecurity Day. We brought awareness to the plight of food insecurity in the state and highlighted the importance of food banks/ pantries.