CURRENT NEWS

2025 Legislative Session Begins!

January 9, 2025

On Wednesday, I was sworn in to represent the 21st District for my seventh term at the state Capitol. Rest assured, while it was the seventh time, it's never gotten old.

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Legislative Update for 12/24/24

December 24, 2024

I hope this message finds you happy and healthy during this holiday season. The year may be winding down, but the legislative session is ready to gear up.

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Heating Assistance Available

December 18, 2024

Winter and colder temperatures mean rising energy costs, but there are several programs available to residents struggling to afford their heating bills.

Whether it be state assistance, protection from service shutoff, payment plans or energy efficiency improvements, there is a program that can help almost everyone.

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State Minimum Wage Increases with New Year

December 11, 2024

Effective January 1, 2025, the hourly minimum wage in the state will increase from $15.69 to $16.35.

A 2019 law (PA 19-4) passed by the legislature aligns Connecticut’s minimum wage to a percentage change in an economic indicator called the federal employment cost index. According to the Department of Labor the employment cost index rose 4.2% for the current fiscal year ending June 30, resulting in a 66-cent increase to the state’s minimum wage.

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