Medicaid Coverage for Diapers
January 30, 2025The Human Services Committee is advocating for legislation that seeks to provide Medicaid coverage for diapers to help struggling families obtain basic necessities to care for babies and young children.
Line of Duty Deaths & Survivor Benefits
January 29, 2025This legislation was inspired by the tragic line-of-duty deaths last year of two Connecticut state employees, including a trooper from the Connecticut State Police and an employee from the Connecticut Department of Transportation.
Increasing Medicaid Reimbursement Rates
January 28, 2025House and Senate leaders announced a legislative proposal to increase Medicaid reimbursement rates for providers.
Paid Leave Update
January 21, 2025CT Paid Leave claims continue to be filed in every area of the state. The Authority's Usage Map shows the number of cumulative claims per town as of November 30, 2024.
Session 2025 Underway!
January 8, 2025Session 2025 is underway, and I am eager to continue working on the important issues that affect West Hartford and our great State of Connecticut!
New Laws Effective January 1, 2025
December 30, 2024A number of laws that were passed during the 2024 legislative session will go into effect Wednesday, January 1.
Student Loan Reimbursement Program
December 12, 2024Starting January 1, Connecticut college students will be able to benefit from a bill we passed to alleviate student loan debt. The reimbursement program, led by House Democrats and the first of its kind in the nation, provides up to $5,000/year for up to four years (up to $20,000) in loan forgiveness. Six million dollars has been allocated in the current budget cycle and will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
Strengthening Pension Funds and Investing in Connecticut
December 6, 2024Connecticut has made significant progress in strengthening its pension funds for retired state workers and addressing legacy debt, which isn’t just good news for pension holders, but for all taxpayers.