Extreme Heat Safety Tips, Jacqueline B. Nixon Community Service Award
July 19, 2024It looks like some relief from the heat is in store. It will still be warm, though. I have included some safety tips that may be useful when the heat becomes excessive. There is also some news and updates from around the district that I think you will find useful.
CT Receives $39M Grant For All-Electric Bus Fleet, CT Transportation News, Stay Cool
July 12, 2024The days of summer are getting warmer and warmer. I hope you're enjoying it but stay hydrated and cool in the process.
End Of Session Forum Tuesday, MMOA Special Exhibition On Display, Fireworks Safety
July 5, 2024I hope you all had a happy 4th of July! I enjoyed seeing so many of you. The weekend is upon us so keep celebrating our independence, safely, of course. I've included some photos that captured good times from the 4th in Stonington and Groton. There is also some news, information, and happenings in the area that I think you will find useful. Topics include:
New Laws Effective July 1st, SNAP Recipients Victims Of ATM Skimming On Rise
June 28, 2024The end of June is almost here, and July 4th is next week! The summer is passing by quickly. We had a special session on Thursday to address the motor vehicle tax for commercial vehicles and other small matters to improve our state for its residents. Below, you will find detailed information on the legislation that will take effect on Monday, July 1st. This week's newsletter contains a lot of useful information. Enjoy!
Extreme Heat Protocol Continues, Special Session Confirmed, CT Cleanup In Groton
June 21, 2024I hope you are all doing well. I hope you're staying cool, too. An extreme weather protocol is still in effect for Connecticut and I have included more information about it in this newsletter.
Ranked Choice Voting Working Group Meets, The Champ Is Here, Congrats 2024 Grads
June 14, 2024I hope you are all enjoying the warm weather. It will be warmer next week, so be careful. There is a good variety of news, information, and updates in this week's newsletter, from the Ranked Choice Voting Working Group's first meeting and the gist of what our likely special session will be about to a champion Chef and good guy right in our neighborhood to upcoming community events.
HB5001, HB5002 Become Law, Ranked Choice Working Group Formed, Wear Orange This Weekend
June 7, 2024In this week's newsletter, you'll find a variety of content, such as important bill signings by Governor Lamont and upcoming bond funding for our area.
Expanded Paid Sick Days, It's The Law, PA 24-46, A Good Look For Veterans, Summer In CT
May 31, 2024I hope you're doing well. While our legislative work in Hartford was completed on May 8th, we will likely have a special session soon regarding car taxes. I still hope that we take up legislation focused on climate action that was not taken up in the Senate.