CIF Grant For Windsor And Windsor Locks
October 3, 2023I am proud to share that Windsor and Windsor Locks both received a grant from Community Investment Fund 2030 (CIF) program.
Paying Down Pension Debt
October 3, 2023Last week, Connecticut transferred more than $1.3 billion to pay down its long-term pension debt.
Minimum Wage Increases On January 1
September 25, 2023New year, new wage! Effective January 1, 2024, the state's minimum wage of $15 will increase to $15.69 as part of its first-ever economic indicator adjustment.
Lowering Your Prescription Drug Costs
September 20, 2023Connecticut is about to take a transformative step toward making prescription drugs more affordable for all.
On Oct. 2, all Connecticut residents will be eligible to sign up for ArrayRx, a prescription drug discount card program that provides up to 80% off certain prescriptions at nearly all pharmacies in the state.
Health Care Assistance for Paraeducators
September 8, 2023Paraeducators provide critical and direct support to teachers and students, which makes them an integral part of the school ecosystem. That is why I am happy to share that the Paraeducator Healthcare Subsidy Program will provide $5 million in financial assistance and increase access to quality health care.
Protections For The Elderly
August 4, 2023During session, we successfully passed legislation that protects and supports individuals in the state who are in the twilight years of their life. Unfortunately, as the elderly population steadily rises, scam attempts against that community also increases. To help shield our older residents from being victimized, we passed PA 23-161, AN ACT CONCERNING FINANCIAL EXPLOITATION OF SENIOR CITIZENS.
Legislative Update with First Selectman Harrington August 10
August 2, 2023On Thursday, August 10, I will host a legislative update event with Windsor Locks First Selectman Paul Harrington. The event will be held at the Windsor Locks Senior Center at 10:30 am. First Selectman Harrington and I will be available to discuss updates to the center, as well as legislation from last session that will benefit seniors. Please join us!
Standing up for CT Consumers by Freezing the Diesel Tax
July 14, 2023During the 2023 Legislative Session, I worked with my colleagues to pass a new two-year state budget that stands up for consumers, including a freeze of scheduled increases on the diesel tax, which helps lower the price of groceries and other commodities while reducing the cost of doing business in Connecticut.