CURRENT NEWS

HB 5001 - Protecting And Prioritizing Seniors

March 21, 2024

Great news! The Aging Committee approved HB 5001, an omnibus bill that will provide further support to our seniors.
This proposal is a priority of the House, and I am thrilled it is progressing through the legislative process.

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Early Voting: What You Need To Know

March 11, 2024

This legislation was made possible by a state Constitutional amendment approved by a wide majority of Connecticut voters in 2022. It will provide you - and voters across the state - with more flexibility and access to cast your vote with the confidence that your voice is heard and your civic duty is fulfilled while avoiding large crowds and scheduling conflicts.

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Childhood Nutrition Programs A Top Priority

March 7, 2024

I am thrilled to share exciting news about my commitment to promoting the health and well-being of our community’s families and children. In response to the vital need for improved childhood nutrition, we are working on crafting comprehensive legislation that ensures mothers and children who are eligible for federal benefits are enrolled in these programs with ease and confidence.

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Support For Addressing CTs Upside-Down Tax Structure

March 1, 2024

As some of you know, I have been on the path of addressing Connecticut's upside-down tax structure for quite some time. Since the latest Tax Incidence Study shows that half of Connecticut tax filers pay over 20% of their income to state and local taxes with the top 1% paying less than 10%, it looks like I will be continuing on that path.

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Celebrating Black History Month

February 2, 2024

There’s no other way I’d rather kick off Black History Month than honoring a friend and colleague we lost far too soon. Q was the first-ever Black person to be elected to represent the 100th House district in the Connecticut General Assembly.

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