Jillian Gilchrest

A number of laws that were passed during the 2024 legislative session will go into effect Wednesday, January 1.

Starting January 1, Connecticut college students will be able to benefit from a bill we passed to alleviate student loan debt. The reimbursement program, led by House Democrats and the first of its kind in the nation, provides up to $5,000/year for up to four years (up to $20,000) in loan forgiveness. Six million dollars has been allocated in the current budget cycle and will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Connecticut has made significant progress in strengthening its pension funds for retired state workers and addressing legacy debt, which isn’t just good news for pension holders, but for all taxpayers.

Speaker of the House Matt Ritter and House Majority Leader Jason Rojas announced the reappointment of Rep. Jillian Gilchrest as House Chair of the Human Services Committee.

November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to honor and support the caregivers who give so much to our families and communities.

Great news for low and moderate-income homebuyers in Connecticut!

Election Day this year is Tuesday November 5 and for the first time in Connecticut history residents can take advantage of the state's new early voting law.

I talked about recent accomplishments and priorities moving forward when it comes to gender gaps and women-centered policy in Connecticut on Fox 61.