Minnie Gonzalez

Despite what you hear from the familiar anti-Connecticut talking points, we are working hard to make sure our state is welcoming and supportive to all businesses, small and large.

The Office of Policy and Management has announced that residents enrolled in the state’s Renter’s Rebate program are expected to receive their checks within the next several days.

We ensured participants in the Renters’ Rebate Program will receive their checks with a quick fix to the bipartisan state budget.

Do you and your family have health insurance coverage? Open enrollment for Access Health CT, Connecticut's health insurance exchange, begins on November 1.

The House of Representatives passed the budget by an overwhelming majority from both sides of the aisle in concurrence with the Senate. While not perfect, it was a much-needed compromise that will allow use to move the state forward and end the stalemate that has held the state's finances hostage.

The Citizen's Election Program has a proven record of allowing candidates that would otherwise find it difficult to raise the necessary funds to successfully run for office.

After the state House of Representatives met Oct. 3 to consider overriding the veto of the GOP-backed budget, the Republicans refused to call the question for a vote. Now, it is time for us to work together and compromise with the governor and the Republicans to reach a bipartisan agreement on a final budget. To move Connecticut forward, we need to adopt a spending package that invests in our workforce, makes long-term structural changes, and provides municipalities with additional budget flexibility.

We had an excellent turnout in Hartford at our fundraiser for Hurricane relief for Puerto Rico - I look forward to the proceeds and items benefiting those in need. I thank Mega Radio Station and all of the volunteers that turned out for this successful event!