State Capitol Update For The Week of November 13

November 13, 2025



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Dear Friend,

This is my State Capitol update for the week of November 13.

Click the image below to view my video on this week’s events.
 

Here’s a list of today’s topics: 

  • Full SNAP Benefits Restored. Click here.
  • Special Session Recap. Click here.
  • ICYMI - Federal Railroad Administration. Click here.
  • Northwest Corner Events. Click here. 

Good News: Full SNAP Benefits Restored for November

All Connecticut SNAP recipients have access to their FULL November benefits on their EBT cards.

Despite the Trump administration’s continued efforts to take food away from our neighbors, CT is backfilling SNAP benefits to ensure funding is available. We refuse to let Republicans in Washington play games with food assistance.

To check your card balance, visit MyDSS.ct.gov or call 1-888-328-2666.

Special Session Recap 

Yesterday, the House was in special session. We passed a few pieces of legislation, including a bill that will allocate funds to offset reductions in federal programs, and another that will help make housing in our state more affordable. 

HB 8003 provides funding that will cover gaps in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), and the Low-Income Heating Energy Assistance Program, also known as LIHEAP. Connecticut will not sit by idly as the federal government attacks middle and low-income families.

From retirees looking to downsize, to young professionals and families searching for affordable rentals, Connecticut residents at every stage of life share a common goal: finding a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home.

The bill empowers towns to plan for responsible, data-driven growth using insights from state, local, and regional partners to meet the housing needs of today and tomorrow. Developed in partnership with municipal leaders, regional councils, colleagues on both sides of the aisle, and Governor Lamont, this legislation creates a collaborative and practical framework through local Housing Growth Plans.

This bill now needs to pass and the Senate and signed by the Governor before it becomes law. 

ICYMI - Federal Railroad Administration Grant

The National Railroad Partnership Program is now open. Over $5 billion is available for communities looking to improve rail crossings or other passenger rail infrastructure. Applications are due Jan. 7, 2026. Click here to learn more. 

Northwest Corner Events

ICYMI 
 

It is my honor to represent our district. I look forward to hearing from you about the issues raised in this newsletter, or any other topics you think I should know about. You can email me at maria.horn@cga.ct.gov or call me at (860)-240-8585. Thanks for reading, and I wish you a safe weekend.

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Sincerely,


Maria Horn
State Representative

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