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Line of Duty Deaths & Survivor Benefits

January 29, 2025

This legislation was inspired by the tragic line-of-duty deaths last year of two Connecticut state employees, including a trooper from the Connecticut State Police and an employee from the Connecticut Department of Transportation.

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Paid Leave Update

January 21, 2025

CT Paid Leave claims continue to be filed in every area of the state. The Authority's Usage Map shows the number of cumulative claims per town as of November 30, 2024.

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Session 2025 Underway!

January 8, 2025

We opened the session on Wednesday with the official swearing in and had the opening speech by Governor Ned Lamont who did a great job. I am now officially the state representative for the subsequent two years and my fourth term representing the shoreline of Greenwich for the 150th District – I could not be more grateful - it was a beautiful day spent with my daughter and colleagues.

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Student Loan Reimbursement Program

December 12, 2024

Starting January 1, Connecticut college students will be able to benefit from a bill we passed to alleviate student loan debt. The reimbursement program, led by House Democrats and the first of its kind in the nation, provides up to $5,000/year for up to four years (up to $20,000) in loan forgiveness. Six million dollars has been allocated in the current budget cycle and will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. 

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Rep. Meskers Reappointed Chair of Commerce Committee

November 27, 2024

It’s a privilege and honor to represent the House of Representatives as co-chair of the Commerce Committee. I look forward to continuing my efforts to help grow the economy of the state. I’m extremely proud of the bipartisan nature of our committee and I thank House Speaker Ritter and Majority Leader Rojas for signaling their confidence in me and reappointing me to this wonderful position.

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