Rep. Dathan & IDD Caucus Host 11TH Family Day at State Capitol
March 31, 2026HARTFORD — State Rep. Lucy Dathan (D–Norwalk/New Canaan), State Rep. Jay Case (R–Colebrook/Torrington/Winchester), State Sen. Cathy Osten (D–Sprague), and State Sen. Jason Perillo (R–Shelton), along with The Arc of Connecticut, advocates, individuals with disabilities, and their families, friends, and supporters, hosted a press conference at the State Capitol. The event kicked off the 11th Annual Arc of Connecticut/IDD Caucus Family Hearing Day at the Legislative Office Building.
CIF State Funding
March 16, 2026Our Norwalk delegation announced that two Norwalk projects received a combined $5 million in state funding through Round 8 of the Community Investment Fund 2030 at the CIF board meeting.
IDD - The State Exchange on Employment & Disability
March 12, 2026I was pleased to host a presentation and discussion focused on employment, disability and workforce issues with members of the IDD community. We explored challenges, opportunities, and policy solutions that can strengthen disability employment outcomes and support a future‑ready workforce across Connecticut.
Alzheimer’s Association - 2026 Advocacy Day at the State Capitol
March 11, 2026I joined the Connecticut Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association for their 2026 Advocacy Day at the State Capitol.
Helping to Tackle Food Insecurity
February 25, 2026A new round of state grants will help target food insecurity, which affects an estimated one in ten Connecticut residents.
2026 Legislative Session
February 6, 2026Our 2026 legislative session kicked off this week and we’re ready to get to work. As an even-year session, this is a shorter session running from February 4 through May 6. Opening day is always a festive and exciting day for legislators, staff, family and friends.
February is Heart Awareness Month
February 2, 2026Heart disease is often preventable, but remains the top killer in the U.S. Here are some simple ways to promote heart health:
• Get CPR Certified
• Exercise Regularly & Manage your Stress
• Keep Track of your cholesterol
• Know your numbers! Learn how to self-measure your own blood pressure
Real ID
January 30, 2026Starting February 1st, 2026, the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will begin charging a $45 fee for air travelers who arrive at airport security without a Real ID or another acceptable form of identification, such as a valid passport or trusted traveler card.