Lucy Dathan

ICYMI: On Thursday night we were invited by the League of Women Voters - Norwalk, CT to have a Norwalk Legislator forum. We discussed our 2026 Legislative session that is commencing on February 4th.

On Monday, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose unwavering commitment to justice, equality, and nonviolence continues to inspire us today. The MLK holiday is not only a time for reflection, but a call to service and collective action to build stronger, more just communities for all.

There are a number of events happening locally to commemorate this important day that I am sharing below. If you can, please participate. I hope to see you at some of these events.

As we welcome a new year, several laws that passed in the last legislative session will take effect on January 1, 2026.

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection announced that the U.S. National Telecommunications and Information Administration has approved Connecticut’s proposal for the federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, awarding $144 million to the state that will be used to expand high-speed internet access statewide.

The deadline to sign up for Access Health CT coverage beginning January 1, 2026 is fast approaching. If you or someone you know needs health insurance for the upcoming year, now is the time to review your options and complete the enrollment process. Making sure you’re covered is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your health and financial well-being in the year ahead. To learn more about the enrollment process and to find the plan that is right for you, visit Access Health CT's website.

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.