Bob Godfrey

Last week, the legislature convened in special session to address several important matters, including the need for temporary adjustments to the Budget Reserve Fund and the appropriation of funds to offset reductions in federal programs such as SNAP, WIC, and others that directly impact our Connecticut residents. We also took up a number of additional priorities aimed at supporting essential state programs and maintaining fiscal stability. House Bill No. HB-8003 is the state's $500 million funding response to cutbacks in federal funding.

Last Wednesday, the House of Representatives met for a special session. We passed a few great pieces of legislation, but today I wanted to highlight HB 8002.

As I am sure you've heard, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) food benefits are ending November 1. This means that 5,665 of our Danbury neighbors will not have access to food because of the chaos, cruelty, and corruption in Washington.

Great news! Danbury Public Schools received over $150,000 in state funding for their after-school program. After-school programs are vital to the development of the young people in our community. I am grateful for this investment into our future.

As a reminder, today is the first day of early voting. Registered Danbury voters have two options if they wish to cast their ballot ahead of election day - polls will be open at Danbury City Hall (155 Deer Hill Ave) and the Midtown Student Union at Western Connecticut State University (181 White St.).

Municipal elections are happening across Connecticut this year. It’s the opportunity for all voters to choose city and town leaders who are responsible for local policies and services, public education, zoning, roads and traffic, public safety, public health, services for veterans and the elderly; in short, the things you expect of local government to do for you. To exercise your right and responsibility to vote, we’ve made voting safe, secure, and convenient.

With fall comes cooler weather, changing leaves, and a number of new laws hitting the books. Several measures passed during the 2025 legislative session will take effect today, October 1. Below is a brief overview of some of these important changes!

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) will conduct driver counter measure system maintenance and recertification on I-84 westbound at Exit 8 in Danbury on Monday, September 29 with a rain date of Tuesday, September 30.