Home Heating Assistance Vote & Happy Lunar New Year!
February 13, 2024My colleagues and I plan to vote on approving funding for heating assistance to our most vulnerable residents. And, I wish everyone a Happy Lunar New Year. 2024 is the Year of the Dragon.
Start of Session & Legislative Priorities
February 9, 2024It was a pleasure to return to the State Capitol with all my friends and colleagues for the start of the 2024 legislative session. We have plenty of work to do to help the people of Connecticut, and I'm looking forward to that entire process.
Celebrating Black History Month
February 6, 2024February is Black History Month, a time to honor the many accomplishments and contributions Black Americans have made to American society. Stamford is hosting several interesting events in the coming weeks.
Fighting For Racial Equity in State Government
January 31, 2024An impressive and diverse panel, including Connecticut Supreme Court Chief Justice Richard Robinson, discussed Connecticut’s efforts to dismantle structural racism within our state government.
Fight To Ban Ivory Sales, Ending Childhood Hunger, and New CT Job Portal
January 26, 2024I pledge to introduce and advocate for a bill banning the trade of ivory sourced from elephants and other wildlife following the results of a disturbing undercover investigation in the state.
Help With Utility Bill & Road Work on I-95
January 22, 2024If you're struggling to pay utility bills, Operation Fuel may be able to help. And, crews will be upgrading the pavement on I-95 in both directions.
Honoring MLK's Legacy & Push to Legalize Psychedelic Mushrooms
January 12, 2024The nation will be honoring the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this weekend. I hosted an informational forum this week highlighting plans to introduce legislation decriminalizing psilocybin.
Join Me For Psilocybin Forum & Minimum Wage Increase
January 8, 2024I encourage you to register for Wednesday's forum on a bill that would decriminalize the use of psychedelic mushrooms. The state's minimum wage of $15 increased as part of Connecticut’s first-ever economic indicator adjustment.