Kadeem Roberts

Earlier this week, I traveled down to Baltimore for the Council of State Governments
Eastern Regional Conference's (CSG) annual meeting. This forum is an opportunity for state level politicians to meet and discuss policy issues - over 500 government officials from over the country were in attendance. I had the honor of participating in a housing panel and also met Maryland Governor Wes Moore.

This summer, the Connecticut Department of Transportation, is collaborating with state and local law enforcement and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), to launch a high-visibility anti-speeding enforcement campaign. The campaign aims to increase awareness and promote safer driving behaviors with increased speed limit enforcement. The campaign will run through September 5.

Last Saturday, the Connecticut NAACP held a ceremony to celebrate the 100 most influential Blacks in the state. It was was an honor to be listed alongside so many talented, smart and innovative Black individuals who have worked hard to make Connecticut great.

Several new laws that address many issues aimed at improving our great state will become effective on Monday, July 1st.

June 19 is Juneteenth. Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery in our country. This important holiday was unknown to many for several years, but thanks to the tireless work of advocates, it is now rightfully recognized throughout the country.

Exciting news! Connecticut will receive $10 million in state grants for the planning, building, expansion, and improvement of multi-use trails throughout Connecticut.

Workers should never have to choose between their health and their jobs. This legislation signed by Governor Lamont expands this coverage to include more workers in two ways:

I’m thrilled to share that Norwalk will receive an additional $5 million through the state budget stabilization bill. That’s on top of the already scheduled increase that we adopted in our two year budget last year. Altogether, this is a $6.4 million assist which will help lighten the burden for local property taxpayers and families.