Anthony Nolan

I had the great opportunity to stop by the Hispanic Alliance of Southeastern CT Brilla Ceremony. It was great to see the young woman be recognized for attending the Latin Youth Leadership & Empowerment Program. Thank you to Ninon Guisnassi (Hispanic Alliance of Southeastern Connecticut) for the invite to see hear and meet the young woman talk about thier journey and time spent attending Brilla.

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 August 5 through September 16, 2025. 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, 2025. You can find more information on the Child Care Business Opportunity Fund grants here.

I'm happy to share that I was given a 93% on the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters Environmental Scorecard, which covers bills related to clean energy, pollution, wildlife, environmental protection, and more. Protecting and preserving our environment is becoming more important every day, and I am very proud to have received such a high rating from this organization!

Thank you to everyone who attended our Groton Town Hall this week! It was great to speak with you all and to hear what is on your mind. It is important conversations like these that influence the work I do for you at the Capitol!

Please join the City of New London, Connecticut on Saturday, July 12 for an epic celebration of all things New London — capped off with New England’s largest fireworks display over the Thames River, thanks Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation!

Enjoy live music on two outdoor stages and at venues across the New London Cultural District — good vibes guaranteed!

Happy Friday, and happy Independence Day!

I hope you'll join me in taking a moment to reflect on the true meaning of this important holiday. Independence Day is not just about fireworks and cookouts – its' about honoring the ideals of freedom, democracy, and the generations of Americans who have fought to protect them.

Several new laws that were passed during the 2025 legislative session take effect on Tuesday, July 1. Please click here to read about some of them!

Due to an anticipated stretch of high temperatures, the state is activating its Extreme Hot Weather Protocol, effective at noon on Sunday, June 22. The protocol will remain in effect through at least 8pm on Wednesday, June 25.

This is the first time this year that the protocol is being activated. The current forecast calls for temperatures to exceed 90 degrees over this period, with a heat index that could range from between 100 to 105 degrees.