Jennifer Leeper

Happy Friday!

Monday is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. On the third Monday of January, we take a moment to celebrate the legacy of a consequential figure in American history. Dr. King worked alongside other civil rights leaders, and they were able to successfully push the federal government to pass legislation that required everyone to be equal under the law.

Happy Thursday!

I want to make you all aware that United Illuminating has submitted a "Rate Case" to the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) to amend its rate schedules and address what they say is a $105 million operating deficiency for their upcoming rate year.

This Wednesday, I was proud to be sworn in for a third term as your State Representative in the Connecticut General Assembly.

I am always humbled by the honor of being in this grand building charged with the responsibility of representing our community. This responsibility is even greater this year as I am tasked with leading on education policy for all of our state’s children. I’m so thankful to have had my family by my side as I took my oath of office.

From my family to yours, I want to take a moment to send my best wishes for the holiday season. May it bring you and your loved ones peace, happiness and time well spent together. Remember that no matter how we celebrate, we also share many blessings. So, in the spirit of the season, please spread the joy that makes this time of the year truly special.

The legislative session is just around the corner, starting on January 8, and now is the perfect time to share your ideas for laws that can make a real difference in our community. Please contact me with bill proposals on any topic including education, healthcare, energy costs, public safety, or another issue you care deeply about. Your input helps shape your priorities for the upcoming session and represents an opportunity to have your voice heard!

This weekend is the 12th anniversary of the Sandy Hook massacre.

A date that never gets easier. So many lives were affected on this day in 2012, and many continue to struggle with the trauma that followed.

My thoughts are with the victims' families, the survivors of that horrible day, the responding law enforcement and the entire Newtown and Connecticut community. Though time has passed, you will never be forgotten.

I wanted to start off by announcing that I have been appointed as House Chair of Connecticut's Education Committee!

I am so honored to be trusted with this role. It is an enormous responsibility and privilege to serve in this capacity to lift up the voices of our state’s children, educators, and families. I am deeply committed to furthering our state’s educational opportunities and academic excellence for every child.

I would like to wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving! While we live in a time with forces that often try to distance us from one another, I am so grateful for each and every one of you. Representing our beautiful community at our state's Capitol is an honor that I don't take for granted.

I hope this Thanksgiving, your day is filled with warmth and moments of gratitude surrounded by loved ones.