Jaime Foster

Local veterans - please join me and a panel of guests at a listening session in Ellington. The event seeks to gather input on pressing issues important to veterans, discuss legislation that passed in the 2025 legislative session, and discuss the implications of recent federal policy changes.

If you know a beloved veteran who not only served our country but now continues to give back to our community, please consider nominating them for the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame.

The Student Loan Reimbursement Program (SLRP) is now open and accepting applications, with expanded eligibility requirements, including a wider range of educational and volunteer experiences.

Governor Lamont will activate the Extreme Hot Weather Protocol, effective at noon on Monday, August 11, through at least 8 p.m. on Thursday, August 14.

So much to share with you in this latest update - updates from the Capitol, recognition from the CT League of Conservation Voters, updates for veterans, farmers markets, watching the Perseid meteor shower, scam alerts, tons of events, and more!

As part of National Farmers Market Week, we encourage you to visit your local farmers' market to pick up and enjoy locally grown food.

I'm happy to share with you that I've been named an Environmental Champion and scored 92% on the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters scorecard.

For the third time this summer, Governor Lamont has activated the Extreme Hot Weather Protocol in Connecticut. The protocol is in effect until at least 8 p.m. on Wednesday.