Rep. Cook Applauds Funding for Sullivan Senior Center Included in State Budget
May 11, 2022State Representative Michelle L. Cook (D – Torrington) lauded the inclusion of $100,000 for the Edward E. Sullivan Senior Center, 88 E. Albert St., Torrington in the state budget, which Governor Ned Lamont signed into law on Monday.
Historic Tax Relief for CT Residents
May 4, 2022After months of negotiation and hearing input from residents across our state, I am happy to pass along great news. The House of Representatives and the Senate approved the $24 billion state budget proposal which provides $600 million in tax relief for working families. The budget cuts taxes more than any other Connecticut state budget in decades.
Rep. Cook Hails House Passage of Legislation to Help Prevent Malnutrition Among Seniors
April 14, 2022State Representative Michelle L. Cook (D – Torrington) applauds the Connecticut House of Representatives' passage of legislation on Wednesday to address and prevent malnutrition among seniors.
Renters' Rebate Program Now Accepting Applications
April 8, 2022If you or someone you know is elderly or disabled and currently renting housing, the Connecticut’s Renters’ Rebate Program is now open. Applications are being accepted through October 1 and eligible renters may be able to get a rebate up to $900 for married couples and $700 for single persons.
Sales Tax Free Week Kicks Off Sunday
April 7, 2022To put money back into Connecticut residents' pockets, we recently passed legislation to suspend our state's gas tax and offer free bus service through June 30. The bill also created an additional Sales Tax Free Week happening this Sunday, April 10 through Saturday, April 16. If your kids are home on spring vacation, this is a great opportunity to save on their spring and summer wardrobe.
Committee Passes Juvenile Justice Bill
April 1, 2022Over the last 15 years, every juvenile justice bill has gone to the Governor’s desk with strong support from members on both sides of the aisle. As we work to respond to the pandemic-driven uptick in car thefts and other criminal activity that all states have experienced, House Democrats have led bipartisan discussions since last summer to develop juvenile justice reforms without undoing our recent progress.
Retaining Doctors in Connecticut
March 30, 2022Today is National Doctors' Day, a day where we recognize the hard work and sacrifices made by physicians – pivotal members in the healthcare community. While I want to take a moment to personally thank all Connecticut doctors for their continued support, I also want to explain how we are taking steps in the legislature to address the growing concern of a depleting physician workforce in our state.
Gas Tax Savings and More for CT Residents
March 23, 2022Today, the House passed an emergency-certification that will ease some of the financial burden on Connecticut residents and working families whose wallets and budgets have taken a hit due to rising gas prices and record-breaking inflation levels. We voted to suspend the 25-cent-per-gallon gas tax from April 1st through June 30th, offer free bus rides through June 30th and create an additional sales tax-free week on clothing and shoes under $100 from April 10 to 16.