Absentee Voting For All & Medical Credit Card Protections

May 21, 2026
Dear Neighbor,

Here are the sections in today's email:
  • Absentee Voting For All is Now the Law
  • Medical Credit Card Protections
  • Memorial Day Weekend Events
 

Absentee Voting For All Is Now the Law

All eligible voters in Connecticut now have the option of casting a vote via absentee ballot.

The governor signed Public Act 26-42 into law, removing outdated restrictions that previously limited absentee ballots to voters who could not appear in person on Election Day for a narrow set of reasons. The change takes effect immediately.

Public Act 26-42 does more than provide more opportunities to cast a ballot. It establishes rules on how federal law enforcement can patrol a polling place or other sensitive election sites without permission from state election officials or a court order. It also bans the use of masks unless they’re worn for medical or religious reasons.

To vote by absentee ballot, eligible voters must complete an absentee ballot application and submit it to their town clerk. Applications can also be submitted online through the Office of the Secretary of the State’s secure portal.
Learn more and apply for absentee ballot

The right to vote is the foundation of our democracy. Expanding access to absentee ballots strengthens participation, increases flexibility, and ensures every voter has a convenient and secure option to make their voice heard.
 

Medical Credit Card Protections

Across Connecticut and the nation, consumers have reported being encouraged, and even pressured, to sign up for financial products such as medical credit cards, loans, and lines of credit while undergoing treatment, in pain, or under sedation.

We passed a law protecting Connecticut consumers who later face unexpected high-interest charges due to confusing promotional terms, leaving them burdened with significant and unforeseen debt.

Public Act 26-6 protects residents from being pressured into signing up for medical financing while receiving care.

The law prevents healthcare providers from advertising or offering third-party financing to patients while they are under anesthesia, receiving treatment, or in medical care areas. Patients must also complete financing applications themselves, ensuring they remain fully in control of their financial decisions.

In addition, the legislation increases transparency by requiring clearer disclosures and limiting co-branding practices that could confuse patients about whether financing products are connected to their healthcare provider.

This law helps ensure patients can focus on their health first while still preserving access to financing options when needed.
 

Memorial Day Weekend Events

As we approach Memorial Day weekend, I want to extend my wishes for a safe and meaningful holiday to all.

Memorial Day is a solemn reminder of the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice serving our nation. For those with deep personal connections to the military, this day carries profound significance. We pause to remember, to reflect, and to honor the heroes whose courage and sacrifice safeguard the freedoms we cherish.

I encourage you to join the community at the Memorial Day ceremonies and parades listed below as we come together to pay tribute to our fallen service members and ensure their legacy is never forgotten.

Fairfield Memorial Day Parade:

  • Monday, May 25
  • 10 a.m.
  • Parade starts at South Pine Creek Road and ends past the Town Green beyond South Benson Road

Trumbull Memorial Day Parade:

  • Monday, May 25
  • 10 a.m.
  • Parade route runs along Main Street