Eleni Kavros DeGraw

As 2025 comes to a close, there is no better time to express my gratitude for your support over the past year.

We've had our share of challenging moments.

We've had our share of victories, too.

Amid the hustle and bustle, my team will be getting some much-needed rest over the holidays, so you may see one or two fewer e-newsletters from me. As always, if you need anything, please do not hesitate to contact me at Eleni.KavrosDeGraw@cga.ct.gov. We've seen an influx of constituent calls and emails lately regarding help needed, and I want to make sure you can still reach me quickly.

As you may have heard, the U.S. Senate failed to extend federal Affordable Care Act subsidies

As a result, Governor Lamont announced that the state expects to spend roughly $70 million next year to make up for the loss.

The calendar may still technically be fall, but these temperatures certainly feel like January and true winter! With that in mind, we are sharing some safety tips around space heaters—number one, never ever plug them into an extension cord or a power strip—always plug them into a wall. You'll also find information on heating bill assistance for anyone who may qualify for it.

I hope you enjoyed our little taste of winter yesterday as much as I did. It felt like just enough to get us in the holiday season spirit.

Maybe you’re driving to your in-laws or maybe you’re fighting the crowds at a local grocery store. I hope wherever you are and whomever you’re celebrating with, that you have moments of real joy and thanksgiving ahead of the hustle and bustle of the rest of the holiday season.

After a busy week last week with a special session, this week is a bit quieter on the immediate front, but heating up on getting ready for the session that will begin in February.

Yesterday, the House was in session, and we passed four critical bills. While you’ll see details on those bills in the e-news today, I want to draw attention to two I’ve been involved with most directly.