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It's important to not let the state of affairs at the federal level overshadow the amazing things that are taking place in Connecticut right now.
To wit: I spent last Thursday at UConn Health for this year’s Summer Research Day, joining students who shared their exciting work with me, state Sen. Saud Anwar and state Reps. Gregg Haddad and Patrick Callahan.
This year, there were 20 TIP Innovation Fellows and 37 Health Research Program participants, including Akhila Komma of Weston.
As I watched this amazing research and innovation, it felt like being a policy student in my seventh year. As a geriatric social worker, it was also exciting to see breakthrough innovations on Medicaid, nursing homes, Alzheimer’s research, passive medication delivery systems, biomarker testing and more.
We need this type of innovation and cutting-edge research, in partnership with entrepreneurial companies to make Connecticut and UConn the flagship of health, and to serve as a model to other states.
I was so excited and honored to witness, as a policymaker, who we need to learn from to make better policy for everyone.
Read more in this article on the homepage of UConn Today.
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Several constituents and I attended the Treasurer's Town Hall in Newtown on Monday, where State Treasurer Erick Russell led a conversation about Connecticut’s economic outlook and how the federal budget and policy impact the state.
The event was co-sponsored by League of Women Voters of Northern Fairfield County and Indivisible CT.
Thank you Treasurer Russell for the informative discussion.
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| Bond Funding for Weston Public Library |
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I am proud to share that the Weston Public Library is expected to receive $192,000 from the State Bond Commission for accessibility, emergency preparedness and energy conservation project funding.
The Bond Commission meets this Friday at 10:30 a.m. in Room 1-E of the Legislative Office Building in Hartford. |
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| Women's Business Development Grants |
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The Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC) announced the next round of Ignite and Child Care Business Grant Programs.
The Ignite Grant Program is designed to help women-owned businesses grow. The program offers grants of up to $10,000 to women-owned businesses in the state of Connecticut who have been in business for 2 or more years and have revenues between $25K and $2 million. The application period for Ignite grants runs from Aug. 5 through Sept. 16. You can find additional information on Ignite here.
The Child Care Business Opportunity Fund, offered in partnership with the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC), provides grants of up to $25,000 to qualified licensed and aspiring child care businesses. The program offers grants targeting different stages of business, from start-ups to those ready to expand. The application period for Child Care Business grants runs from August 1 through August 31. You can find more information on the Child Care Business Opportunity Fund grants here.
Information sessions for both grant programs are scheduled throughout the application periods. These sessions will help applicants understand the grant requirements and provide an opportunity for those interested to ask questions about the grants. Interested applicants can register for a live information session here. |
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Congrats, Weston Human Services Dept.
and Senior Activities Center |
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From the town of Weston:
"The Weston Senior Activities Center and the Weston Human Services Department have been designated as a Southwestern Connecticut Focal Point by the Southwestern Connecticut Agency on Aging (SWCAA)! This prestigious designation recognizes our unwavering commitment to serving older adults and their families in the Weston community.
"According to the Older Americans Act, a Focal Point is a highly visible, trusted organization where older adults, families, and caregivers can turn for information, access to services, and community support. It is both a hub for aging services and a symbol of a community’s dedication to its older residents."
Congratulations, Weston Senior Activities Center and Weston Human Services Department! |
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The Connecticut Treasurer’s Office is holding more than $1 billion in unclaimed funds for Connecticut residents. Unclaimed property includes things such as payroll checks, refunds, bank accounts, liquidated securities, and insurance proceeds.
Property is returned at no cost with proper evidence. Be sure to check with the treasurer's office frequently as it gets new unclaimed property every year.
Click on the link here to file a claim.
For more information, click on the link here. |
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As always, please feel free to contact my office at 800-842-8267 or by email at anne.hughes@cga.ct.gov. And "Like" and follow my Facebook page for regular legislative updates.
Peace,
Anne Hughes
State Representative |
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