Gary Turco

On Monday, I was proud to vote for a bill allocating $40 million in funding to special education, giving immediate support to more than 140 school districts in our state and helping to provide the highest quality education for our students.

What a busy week! First, I invited Congressman John Larson to Newington on Thursday to update residents on what is going on at the federal level, particularly a month into the new administration.

On Tuesday, Rep. Kate Farrar and Sen. Matthew Lesser and I were joined by Newington High School students for Future Business Leaders of America for CT FBLA Day!

Unfortunately, like a lot of residents, I've been battling a cold for the past few weeks. The good news is I haven't missed any votes and I've been able to continue my work as your tireless advocate at the State Capitol.

I understand there is a lot of uncertainty, anxiety and concern over the recent attempt by the federal government to pause federal grants and loans programs. What I can say for sure is my colleagues and I will continue to fight to improve the lives of the residents of Newington, New Britain and the state.

Work has started in the three committees to which I've been assigned, Housing, Transportation and General Law, of which I am vice chair. 

The legislative session is off to a very busy start, with issues like housing, how we fund education -- special education in particular -- and consumer energy prices at the top of the list.

Today, with my wife Heather in attendance, I was sworn in at the state Capitol to serve my fourth term representing the 27th District. While it was my fourth time, it never gets old.