State Representative Michelle Cook http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/pr065.asp Representative Cook - Official Web Feed Connecticut/Democrats/Politics en-us http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/images/Cook_65.jpg State Representative Michelle Cook http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/pr065.asp <![CDATA[REP. COOK HONORED AS A CHILD CHAMPION BY THE CT EARLY CHILDHOOD ALLIANCE]]> http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-06-04.asp http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-06-04.asp 04 Jun 2013 08:00:00 EST Rep. Cook was honored on June 3 by the CT Early Childhood Alliance, a statewide membership and advocacy organization committed to improving developmental outcomes in the areas of learning, health, safety and economic security for children ages birth through eight.

]]> <![CDATA[REP. COOK HAILS SENATE PASSAGE OF BILL COORDINATING PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION DELIVERY]]> http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-06-03.asp http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-06-03.asp 03 Jun 2013 08:00:00 EST A bill Rep. Michelle Cook introduced that will assist small businesses and protect seniors has passed the Senate after previously passing in the House. It will now to go the Governor for action.

]]> <![CDATA[M.O.R.E. COMMISSION ANNOUNCES RECOMMENDATIONS]]> http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-05-21.asp http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-05-21.asp 21 May 2013 08:00:00 EST Rep. Cook stressed the importance of education funding, especially keeping the funding for special education services, during these discussions.

]]> <![CDATA[REP. COOK WANTS AN OFFICE OF EARLY CHILDHOOD]]> http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-04-18.asp http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-04-18.asp 18 Apr 2013 08:00:00 EST Rep. Cook held a press conference with the Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance to urge lawmakers to create an Office of Early Childhood.

]]> <![CDATA[BILL ON COORDINATING PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION DELIVERY PASSES IN THE HOUSE]]> http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-04-11.asp http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-04-11.asp 11 Apr 2013 08:00:00 EST Rep. Michelle Cook introduced and led discussion in the House of Representatives on legislation that will assist small businesses and protect seniors.

]]> <![CDATA[TORRINGTON NEEDS 'ZERO TOLERANCE' ON BULLYING]]> http://nhregister.com/articles/2013/03/29/blotter/doc515666c6e7347280519061.txt http://nhregister.com/articles/2013/03/29/blotter/doc515666c6e7347280519061.txt 29 Mar 2013 08:00:00 EST State Reps. Michelle Cook and Roberta Willis said that the Torrington Board of Education should act immediately to clarify and strengthen its policies and procedures on dealing with bullying and should review the culture of the district’s athletic department.

]]> <![CDATA["OUR KIDS, OUR HOME, OUR COMMUNITY" A PREVENTION DISCUSSION ON UNDERAGE DRINKING]]> http://www.courant.com/community/torrington/hcrs-72676hc-torrington-20130322,0,706024.story http://www.courant.com/community/torrington/hcrs-72676hc-torrington-20130322,0,706024.story 25 Mar 2013 08:00:00 EST The event will provide drug and alcohol prevention information through a panel discussion. The panel will be moderated by State Representative Michelle Cook, and features local professionals.

]]> <![CDATA[REP. COOK HOSTS GIRL SCOUTS OF CONNECTICUT FOR DAY AT THE CAPITOL]]> http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-02-28.asp http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-02-28.asp 28 Feb 2013 08:00:00 EST Rep. Cook and the Girl Scouts of Connecticut have a "Day at the Capitol", inducting new members into honorary troop 201.

]]> <![CDATA[STATE FUNDS FOR OLIVER WOLCOTT TECH SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH AFFILIATES]]> http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-01-18.asp http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-01-18.asp 18 Jan 2013 08:00:00 EST The funds will support the ongoing work to transform Oliver Wolcott Tech into a more vibrant, state-of-the-art facility that will help provide the technical education and skills needed to support local businesses and grow our economy.

]]> <![CDATA[REP. MICHELLE COOK NAMED DEPUTY MAJORITY LEADER]]> http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-01-07.asp http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2013/pr065_2013-01-07.asp 07 Jan 2013 08:00:00 EST State Representative Michelle Cook has been appointed by House Majority Leader Joe Aresimowicz (D-Berlin) to serve as Deputy Majority Leader in the House of Representatives for the 2013-2014 legislative session.

]]> <![CDATA[NEW LAWS TAKING EFFECT OCT. 1 HELP DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIMS, CHILDREN]]> http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2012/pr065_2012-09-28.html http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2012/pr065_2012-09-28.html 28 Sep 2012 08:00:00 EST Domestic violence has a deep impact on all family members, but it is especially harmful to children.

]]> <![CDATA[NEW LAWS TAKING EFFECT OCTOBER 1, HELP SENIORS, CHILDREN]]> http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2012/pr065_2012-09-14.html http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2012/pr065_2012-09-14.html 14 Sep 2012 08:00:00 EST Rep. Cook's Grandparent's Rights Bill Also Takes Effect.

]]> <![CDATA[$500,000 GRANT-IN-AID FOR DOWNTOWN TORRINGTON BUILDING FACADE IMPROVEMENTS]]> http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2012/pr065_2012-08-24.html http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2012/pr065_2012-08-24.html 24 Aug 2012 08:00:00 EST The funds will support the ongoing work to transform downtown Torrington into a more vibrant, pedestrian-friendly destination that will grow local businesses and create jobs.

]]> <![CDATA[COOK'S SPECIAL EDUCATION REFORM BILL SIGNED]]> http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2012/pr065_2012-08-10.html http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2012/pr065_2012-08-10.html 10 Aug 2012 08:00:00 EST State Representative Michelle Cook joined Governor Dannel P. Malloy today for a ceremonial bill signing of legislation that improves the education experience for children in special education.

]]> <![CDATA[COOK WELCOMES STATE FUNDS FOR ROAD REPAIRS]]> http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2012/pr065_2012-07-26.html http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2012/pr065_2012-07-26.html 26 Jul 2012 08:00:00 EST State Representative Michelle Cook announced that Torrington is expected to receive much needed funding for road improvements and repairs.

]]> <![CDATA[REP. COOK'S GRANDPARENTS' RIGHTS BILL SIGNED]]> http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2012/pr065_2012-07-20.html http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2012/pr065_2012-07-20.html 20 Jul 2012 08:00:00 EST State Representative Michelle Cook applauds Governor Malloy for holding a ceremonial bill signing today that enhances the rights of grandparents seeking visitation with their grandchildren.

]]> <![CDATA[COOK RECEIVES PERFECT RATING FROM ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP]]> http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2012/pr065_2012-07-12.html http://www.housedems.ct.gov/Cook/2012/pr065_2012-07-12.html 12 Jul 2012 08:00:00 EST The Connecticut League of Conservation Voters awarded State Representative Michelle Cook a 100 percent rating for her support and advocacy of environmental initiatives in their 2012 Environmental Scorecard.

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