Celebrating Rosh Hashanah
September 15, 2023A happy and sweet new year this Rosh Hashanah!
Application Period Open for Connecticut Energy Assistance Program
September 1, 2023The application period for the 2023-2024 winter season of the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) is open. CEAP provides vulnerable state homeowners and renters with crucial support for the associated costs with heating their homes.
Building On Our Skilled Workforce
August 30, 2023During the 2023 legislative session, we successfully passed a number of measures, which will enhance and support our skilled workforce and make our state more attractive for companies and new businesses.
Additional SNAP Benefits for CT Kids
August 11, 2023The Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS), in consultation with the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE), this week announced that $8.8 million in special food assistance benefits is scheduled to be distributed Sunday, August 13, 2023, to the families of 57,313 children under age 6 who are enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Resources for the Upcoming School Year
August 10, 2023It’s that time again when we start winding down the summer and begin back-to-school preparations; I want to share news and events that will ease that transition for the upcoming school year.
Expanded Assistance to New Homeowners
July 7, 2023Part of what makes Connecticut great is that we seek to lift up all residents, regardless of income or background. This program is one more example of that commitment to our community.
Happy Fourth of July!
June 30, 2023Wishing everyone a Safe and Happy Fourth of July! Much gratitude for our community and our blessings. Have a fun and safe Independence Day!
New Haven Non-Profits to Receive Farm Viability Grant Awards
June 23, 2023I am pleased to share that three New Haven non-profits are the recipients of the Connecticut Department of Agriculture's Farm Viability Grant.