Lucy Dathan

Thanks to the Early Childhood Education Endowment, an initiative that was passed by the General Assembly in the 2025 legislative session, the expansion of the Early Start CT program in 2026 marks an important step forward in meeting the growing demand for high-quality early childhood care and education across Connecticut.

Please join me for a one-of-a-kind informational forum on Supported Decision Making as an alternative to Guardianship and Conservatorship and how it promotes independence and self- determination for people with disabilities.

The Generation Power CT (GPCT) Emergency Energy Assistance Program provides a one-time grant of up to $500 to help eligible Connecticut households with electric, gas, or fuel expenses.

A new state online mapping tool helps residents and businesses to assess evolving property risks related to climate change such as flooding and wildfires.

On Wednesday, October 8, my colleague, Rep. Savet Constantine and I hosted a community forum to address ongoing concerns raised by many area residents regarding the construction and related issues on Route 106.

I was thrilled to join my colleagues, Mayor Rilling and area library leaders to discuss a new state law aiming to prevent book bans in the state.

Connecticut high school seniors with good grades can now earn automatic admission to several public and private colleges and universities through a new state initiative that makes applying to college easier.

As the tech industry continues to grow and the job markets continue to tighten, I wanted to share some close-to-home resources that may help. One of the major employers in our community, Charter, is offering several programs that might be of interest, especially for those looking to enter the tech field or increase their knowledge in the industry.