Bill Heffernan

Today, our hearts are heavy as we mourn the passing of our dear friend and colleague, Representative Kevin Ryan. For more than three decades, Kevin dedicated his life to the people of Montville, Ledyard, and Norwich while wanting the best for all of Connecticut.

Last week, both the House and Senate convened at the State Capitol for a special legislative session to address a number of urgent and critical issues impacting Connecticut residents.

All Connecticut SNAP recipients have access to their FULL November benefits on their EBT cards.

A variety of local after-school programs around Connecticut are receiving a boost with a new round of state grants.

Early voting for the 2025 municipal elections kicked off on October 20, allowing all registered voters to conveniently vote in person in their city or town prior to Election Day.

A new state online mapping tool helps residents and businesses to assess evolving property risks related to climate change such as flooding and wildfires.

Connecticut high school seniors with good grades can now earn automatic admission to several public and private colleges and universities through a new state initiative that makes applying to college easier.

About 90 measures passed during the 2025 legislative session take effect on October 1.