Anne Hughes

I was sworn in on Wednesday to serve my fourth term representing the 135th District at the state Capitol. I have never been more excited and honored to represent the residents of Easton, Weston and Redding.

I am so pleased so many of you have already reached out and have been meeting with me to propose legislation that I am submitting per your suggestions for the 2025 session, which begins Wednesday.

A number of new laws that were passed during the 2024 legislative session will go into effect Wednesday, January 1.

On Monday, I joined members of our immigrant, refugee, advocate, and legal communities, in addition to local leaders at the State Capitol to rally to protect immigrants and immigrant families here in Connecticut.

The state recently allocated $30 million toward much-needed infrastructure repairs and improvements to our state parks and forests.

There is good news for low and moderate-income families in Connecticut looking to buy their first home as a popular homeowner assistance program is now accepting a new round of applicants.

The Time to Own program provides forgivable loans for down payments and closing costs and has enabled individuals and families to achieve the dream of homeownership, fostering long-term financial stability and contributing to stronger communities throughout the state.

All year round, but particularly this month, together let’s bring attention to and raise awareness about the tragedy caused by breast cancer and domestic violence.