Ken Gucker

Public works is all around you! Join me in celebrating National Public Works Week.

I joined Rep. Shannon in Orange for ConnJam25, which was put together by the Connecticut Yankee Council. Scout troops from all across Connecticut came together for a weekend full of fun activities and camaraderie. Boy Scouts and girls who are apart of the community were celebrated at this important event.

If you have old and expired medication that you are looking to dispose safely, I'd encourage you to check out MyOldMeds.com. This website is a valuable year-round resource that provides local options for medication disposal. Click here to find more information on the 175 free disposal options in Connecticut.

This week, the House passed an education bill that honors civically engaged students, reforms crisis response drills, and much more.

The 4th Annual Kickball Classic was held yesterday. The purpose of this game is to raise money for Connecticut Food Share, an organization that works to combat food insecurity. It was a joy to participate in year's game, as well as support a great cause.

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) announced that they will begin upgrading the guiderail on Route 39 (Clapboard Ridge Road/Ball Pond Road) from the New Fairfield town line to Golden Heights Road in Danbury on Monday, May 12. The project is set to be completed by Tuesday June 17.

The Connecticut Department of Labor officially launched its new e-Apprenticeship Program, proving a streamlined, digital solution to the Registered Apprenticeship Training Program, which is already utilized by many Connecticut state agencies.

There are just two weeks left to secure your REAL ID which will be needed beginning May 7 for a variety of purposes, most notably to board domestic flights.

Starting Wednesday May 7, you will need a REAL ID, U.S. Passport or U.S. Passport Card to board domestic flights or access certain federal facilities (such as military bases and other federal buildings).