Jillian Gilchrest

I was pleased to partner with clinical experts from across the state to educate and urge state lawmakers and education officials on considering a statewide move to later school start times during a forum early Tuesday morning.

I hope you are enjoying this beautiful Fall weather! New laws are set to take effect in Connecticut on October 1^st.

Great news! We were successful in pressuring the state Department of Revenue Services to rescind their overly broad policy regarding taxing meals.

There are several new laws taking effect July 1.

The House passed a budget which is responsible, stable, and funds the Rainy Day Fund at historic levels.

An update on minimum wage, Ethan's Law, and more! Here are some updates from my week at the Capitol and in district.

Next step for the budget, commemorating the Holocaust, and more! Here are some updates from my week at the Capitol and in district.

Alongside fellow legislators and key advocacy groups essential to last year’s passage of a similar bill which mandated the inclusion of Holocaust studies in the public school curriculum, I attended a legislative reception to offer her support for a bill that she believes will offer further equal representation in the social studies curriculum.