Kenneth Gucker

If you or someone you know is a recent high school graduate headed to college or university, I have some important information to share with you! The deadline to apply for financial aid through Connecticut's free community college program is fast approaching. Students looking to take advantage of the Pledge to Advance Connecticut (PACT) program are encouraged to apply by Friday, July 15.

The Connecticut Summer at the Museum program is returning for the 2022 summer season. Starting Friday, July 1, all children and one accompanying adult will receive free admission to over 90 museums across Connecticut. This program will be offered through September 6th to all Connecticut children, ages 18 and under.

In a 6-3 decision today, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, and eliminated the constitutional right to an abortion after nearly 50 years.

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) announced that a milling and resurfacing project will be performed on Route 7 Northbound and Southbound from S/B End Accel Lane to Interstate 84 and from across S/B End Accel Lane to I-84.

This Thursday, June 16, Danbury's Charter Oak's Taproom is hosting a "Pints and Politics" event. Craft beer professionals and local, state and federal legislators will gather together to discuss how Connecticut can continue to support, promote, and protect small business with a focus on our craft breweries. Check out the flyer for more information.

Connecticut's first ever child tax payment has just gone into effect and it's already a massive success!

In February, at the beginning of the 2022 legislative session, I stood beside my legislative colleagues and committed to addressing our children's mental and behavioral health needs.

Applications for the Child Tax Payments that was included as part of a historic $600 million in tax cuts in our 2022 state budget are now open through July 31, 2022 - recipients will receive funds beginning in late August.