Early Voting Available Starting March 26
March 25, 2024For the first time, residents can take advantage of the state's new early voting law with Connecticut's April 2 presidential preference primaries.
VIDEO: Testifying on HB 5003 in the Public Health Committee
March 19, 2024On Monday, I testified on HB 5003, "An Act Concerning Child and Family Nutrition," in front of the Public Health Committee. I'm proud to be a champion on this bill.
HB 5003 Public Hearing March 18
March 15, 2024HB 5003, "An Act Concerning Child and Family Nutrition," is subject to a public hearing before the Public Health Committee on Monday, March 18. The public hearing starts at 11 a.m. I'm very proud to be championing this bill as it moves through the House and Senate.
Legislative & Local Updates - March 8th
March 8, 2024We have about two months to go in the 2024 session. Things move FAST around here! Public hearings continue to take place and I can't wait to share more information with you on a child nutrition priority bill I'll be bringing out on the House Floor before the session ends. I know I've said it before, but I want to reiterate how proud I am to be your voice and represent the 57th District.
VIDEO: March 7 Public Hearing on HB 5361
March 8, 2024The Energy & Technology Committee had a public hearing on March 7 and one of the people who testified on HB 5361 (Raised) "An Act Concerning the Siting of Renewable Energy Sources in the State" was East Windsor First Selectman Jason Bowsza. Thank you, Jason, for sharing with the committee what it's like to live with a saturation of solar arrays.
VIDEO: March 5 Commerce Committee Public Hearing
March 6, 2024At the March 5 Commerce Committee public hearing, one of the bills we heard was SB 249 (RAISED) "An Act Concerning the Early Childhood Business Incubator Program." I had some questions about the program for Office of Early Childhood Commissioner Beth Bye.
A Top Priority: Childhood Nutrition Programs
March 4, 2024I am thrilled to share exciting news about my commitment to promoting the health and well-being of our community’s families and children. In response to the vital need for improved childhood nutrition, we are working on crafting comprehensive legislation that ensures mothers and children who are eligible for federal benefits are enrolled in these programs with ease and confidence.
VIDEO: Energy & Technology February 27 Public Hearing
February 28, 2024At a February 27 Energy and Technology public hearing, I asked Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Commissioner Katie Dykes about limited capacities to expand solar opportunities for municipal interests.