Kadeem Roberts

The Connecticut Higher Education Supplemental Loan Authority (CHESLA) has officially launched the MyCHESLA Grad Loan, a new state-based graduate loan program designed to preserve access to affordable, fixed-rate financing for Connecticut students pursuing advanced degrees following the elimination of the federal Grad PLUS loan program, effective July 1.

The 2026 legislative session ended on Wednesday. Although there were many stressful and difficult days, I am extremely proud of all of the work that my colleagues were able to accomplish.

Last Tuesday was Norwalk Day at the Capitol. It was wonderful to see so many Norwalk based organizations showing off what makes our city great.

It's been a busy week in Hartford. Here are a few bills we passed during session:

As you begin spring cleaning, clearing out old medications is an essential step toward a refreshed and safe home. National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, administered by the DEA, will take place on Saturday, April 25. This event provides residents with a free, convenient way to safely dispose of unwanted, unused, or expired medications at local collection sites. The DEA partners with local law enforcement agencies across the United States to host this event in local communities like ours.

Thursday was Alpha Day at the Capitol. Alpha Phi Alpha is the oldest Black fraternity in America, and I am honored to be a member.

This week, many members of the community will observe sacred and deeply meaningful religious holidays.

I am proud to announce that SB 503, AN ACT CONCERNING SENTENCING OF AND PAROLE ELIGIBILITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WHOSE OFFENSE WAS COMMITTED WHEN SUCH INDIVIDUAL WAS UNDER THE AGE OF TWENTY-SIX YEARS was voted out of the Judiciary Committee. Thank you to everyone who provided support and helped make this legislation as strong and impactful as possible.