Mock Session for Legislative Interns
April 21, 2023One of my favorite activities is working with young people on the workings of the General Assembly. Among them are the interns that serve my colleagues every year, under the direction of Angie Waszkiewicz. They are college students, and get significant academic credits for their participation.
Funding for Danbury Hackerspace
April 12, 2023Great news for Danbury! During their meeting on April 6, the State Bond Commission approved $510,761 for Danbury Hackerspace, Inc. The funding will be used for the construction of a second location in the former Crown Plaza Hotel in Danbury.
Danbury's Youth & Government Team Visits State Capitol
March 28, 2023I was proud to welcome Danbury's Youth & Government Team to the state Capitol.
Avoiding Tax Scams
March 17, 2023Tax filing season is upon us. As you prepare to file, I urge you to be mindful of potential scams. The IRS produces a list of "dirty dozen" tax scams. While these scams can occur year-round, they tend to increase during this time of the year. It’s wise to stay on top of the latest list of common issues—and take some simple steps to stay safe from them.
Coverage Period for Deliverable Fuel Assistance Extended
March 17, 2023Governor Ned Lamont announced that the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) will extend the coverage period for households receiving deliverable fuel assistance under the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) during the 2022-2023 winter season to March 31, 2023. The original deadline to receive fuel deliveries this winter season was March 15, 2023.
Critical Benefits Coming To an End
February 23, 2023There will be changes for some of our most vulnerable individuals and families who are on Medicaid. Starting on April 1, the COVID-19 public health emergency protection will be coming to an end. Medicaid enrollees who were continuously covered will again have to provide proof of eligibility to continue getting benefits.
Securing Funding for our Students
February 17, 2023Our kids can't learn if they're hungry. Those that need special education should get it. So I joined with my colleagues in a unanimous vote to invest in our students
February is American Heart Month
February 7, 2023The month of February is dedicated to American Heart Month, a month long awareness campaign in support of over 120 million Americans currently living with a cardiovascular condition, and to educate ourselves on ways we can prevent and reduce the risk of heart disease.