Henry Genga

The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) and its Artist Fellowship program is now accepting applications. The Artist Fellowship program provides recognition and funding support for Connecticut artists to pursue new work and advance their artistic careers. All artistic disciplines are eligible!

Avelo Airlines recently announced an expansion to Bradley International Airport with seven new direct flights, including nonstop service to Montego Bay, Jamaica and Cancun, Mexico. Both flights will begin in November.

Several new laws that address many issues aimed at improving our great state went into effect on July 1st.

Attention students - the 2024 Governor’s Summer Reading Challenge — an annual, statewide program encouraging kindergarten through Grade 12 students to read books during the summer months, kicked off earlier this week.

A few months ago, I had the honor of receiving the Sirius Courage Award. The award highlights an individual who advocates on the behalf of Connecticut’s professional working canines.

June 19 is Juneteenth. Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery in our country. This important holiday was unknown to many for several years, but thanks to the tireless work of advocates, it is now rightfully recognized throughout the country.

Great news!

During its meeting on Friday, the State Bond Commission approved a $400,000 grant to North Central CT EMS Council. The funding will be used to upgrade the Public Safety Dispatch Console used for Coordinated Medical Emergency Direction (CMED) in the North Central region. I requested this funding with the support of the North Central CT legislative delegation.

During Monday's session, I had the honor to present K9 Bocci with the Sirius Courage Award. The Sirius award was named after a dog, Sirius, who courageously gave his life while on duty during the terror attack of the World Trade Center September 11, 2001. Bocci and his handler, Officer Jim Giansanti, perform daily inspections of the State Capitol and Legislative Office building.