Stephen Meskers

Voting is one of our nation’s most fundamental rights and a hallmark of our democracy. It is critical that all eligible voters have equal access and opportunity to participate in our electoral process.

This week we raise awareness and ensure individuals, friends, and families have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide prevention and to seek help.
Suicide prevention begins with all of us. Learn about the risk factors, protective factors, and warning signs of suicide here: https://bit.ly/3qhYJqM

​​​​​​​I want to alert you about a recent communication from the Connecticut Department of Labor (CTDOL) on a series of text scams that include links to fake webpages resembling CTDOL unemployment pages, including the unemployment benefits login page.

Connecticut's 2022 Sales Tax Free Week is August 21 through August 27. This is a great opportunity to take the kids back-to-school shopping or to treat yourself or your loved ones while saving. Many retailers in Connecticut offer additional discounts on clothing and footwear during Sales Tax Free Week, offering consumers even more savings.

The State has launched a grant program to help hospitality businesses recover from COVID-19.

Proud to receive a perfect score of 100 on the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters' 2022 Environmental Scorecard. The scorecard aims to hold lawmakers accountable for their positions on issues related to the environment and puts a focus on priorities for the next session.

I am more than happy to see this funding allocated to a group of dedicated and talented individuals at Round Hill Firehouse. They have answered the call and have been the difference between life and death for more than 75 years, and these first in 40 year renovations will allow them to continue this important work for many years to come.