Helping Support Our Disabled Veterans
April 30, 2024Veterans put their lives on the line for our country and, as a small way to say “thank you for your service,” the House of Representatives unanimously passed a bill that would support Veterans who have been disabled during service. As a Navy veteran, this bill was incredibly important to me.
Supporting Our Seniors
April 29, 2024As the elderly population steadily grows, there is an urgency to provide resources and assistance to this community. During Monday's session, we took a significant step to achieving that goal by passing HB 5001, a top priority for House Democrats this session.
Paid Sick Leave Passes House
April 25, 2024No one should have to choose between missing an important family event, going in to work sick and exposing others or taking a mental health day when needed. It's why we passed House Bill 5005 to allow for the accrual of paid leave, up to 40 hours each year, for those working at least 120 days annually. Businesses that already offer paid time off are exempt.
H.B. 5308 Passes in the House
April 25, 2024During Tuesday's session, the House passed HB 5308 - AN ACT CONCERNING ABSENTEE VOTING FOR CERTAIN PATIENTS OF NURSING HOMES. This bill eases the path to voting for nursing home residents.
Cracking Down on Street Takeovers
April 18, 2024Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, street takeovers have become a national issue, including here in Connecticut. This cannot become the new normal.
Congratulations to the UCONN Men's Basketball Team
April 10, 2024Go, Huskies! The Huskies are why Connecticut is the world basketball capital. To quote men's head coach Dan Hurley, “For the last 25, 30 years, UConn’s been running college basketball.”
Early Voting Starts Today!
March 26, 2024Exciting news, Connecticut! Early voting for the 2024 presidential primary begins TODAY!🗳️✨🎉
Early Voting: What You Need to Know
March 11, 2024Early voting options are now available thanks to the work of the Connecticut General Assembly last session, and later this month, voters in the state will take to the polls to vote in the 2024 presidential primary.