Avoiding Tax Scams
March 24, 2023With tax filing season upon us, I want to urge you to be mindful of potential scams.
Securing Funding for our Students
February 9, 2023Learn more about how we secured funding to invest in Connecticut's students.
Extreme Cold Forecasted for Connecticut
February 1, 2023In response to the freezing temperatures, the Governor has activated Connecticut's Severe Cold Weather protocol. This goes into effect at 12:00 PM on Thursday, February 2 and stays in effect until 12:00 PM on Sunday, February 5.
Combating Utility Rate Hikes
December 22, 2022Connecticut's two electric distribution companies, Eversource and United Illuminating (UI), announced that they are doubling their rates effective January 1, 2023.
Amazon Delivery Time Woes
December 9, 2022It was recently brought to my attention by a parent at my daughter's basketball game the frustrations many Mansfield residents are dealing with over delayed delivery times with Amazon. Residents have shared with me that delays are often excessive when compared to surrounding towns and report that they can receive deliveries within shorter timeframes by selecting a delivery location outside the town's boundaries.
Small Business Saturday
November 21, 2022November 26 is Small Business Saturday – a day to support small businesses and show how much we appreciate the entrepreneurs that make up the fabric of our vibrant communities.
Application for Student Loan Debt Relief Now Open
October 19, 2022Earlier this summer, the Biden Administration announced student loan debt relief, and I'm pleased to share that the application is now open!
Energy Assistance Program Gets Federal Funding Boost
October 3, 2022An additional $1 Billion boost in federal funding to the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), allowing for more households to receive the benefit in the state, has been allocated as part of an emergency supplemental aid package recently approved by Congress.