Pay Equity Bill Signed Into Law
June 20, 2018Momentum had been building across the country to ensure women earn equal pay for equal work. With the governor’s signing of House Bill 5386 An Act Concerning Pay Equity, Connecticut is the fifth state to join this movement.
Legislators hail art grants for New Haven
May 11, 2018The New Haven delegation applauded the appropriation of $125,000 in federal grants to support various New Haven arts organizations.
New Haven lawmakers applaud passage of bill that would promote economic development
May 4, 2018A bill that would permit and implement an open and competitive Request for Proposals process for private or tribal entities to bid for a qualification to develop, manage and operate a casino gaming facility in Connecticut passed the state House of Representatives on May 4.
Porter leads the charge on passage of bill that ensures incarcerated women are treated with dignity
May 3, 2018State Rep. Robyn Porter helped lead the charge on the state House of Representatives' passage of a bill that would help restore dignity and respect for incarcerated women's health and human rights.
New Haven House delegation praises start of Hill-to-Downtown project
May 1, 2018The New Haven House legislative delegation applauded the groundbreaking of a mixed-use development project in the Hill neighborhood that is slated to become the centerpiece of the city's renaissance.
Porter spearheads passage of bill that would help close the gender wage gap
April 19, 2018State Rep. Robyn Porter led House passage of a bill on April 19 that would help close the gender wage gap and ensure women earn equal pay for equal work.
Hamden delegation secures $856,000 in supplemental car tax reimbursement money
April 12, 2018Hamden is set to receive $856,025 in supplemental car tax reimbursement money after the Hamden delegation secured the release of the funds from the state Office of Policy and Management.
Volume 2 of the Porter Post: Creating economic security for women and families
April 10, 2018Connecticut’s ability to thrive is dependent upon the state of our working families, the state of our economy and the state of our communities. This starts with workers making a livable wage, establishing an earned family and medical leave system and ensuring that women receive equal pay for equal work.