Blue Ribbon Commission on Tourism
May 29, 2019The tourism industry in CT supports more than 82,000 jobs, $14.7 billion in business sales, and $1.7 billion in tax revenues.
Memorial Day
May 23, 2019Memorial Day is a day when we remember and honor persons who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Let us take a moment to honor the memories of those who fought for our freedom.
Vaping Bill Passed
May 17, 2019House passes HB 7200, which would prohibit the sale of cigarettes, tobacco products, electronic nicotine delivery systems, and vapor products to persons under twenty-one.
April 15 Tax Filing Deadline Approaching
April 9, 2019The April 15th deadline to file your state and federal income taxes is fast approaching.
Ryan Attends CSG Sound Science Policy Academy
February 4, 2019I am pleased with the opportunity to attend the Council of State Governments' Policy Academy titled Using Science to Inform State Policymaking, during the CSG December 2018 National Conference in Northern Kentucky- Greater Cincinnati. The one-day policy academy aimed to equip state leaders with a foundation for understanding science-based evaluation and using science in the development of policy.
Emergency Bill to Assist Federal Employees
January 23, 2019For over a month, many federal employees have been reporting to work and performing their duties - without pay. The government shutdown affects at least 1,500 Connecticut workers and they are struggling to pay their bills while they wait for their paychecks to resume.
Local Nonprofit Receive State Funding
January 8, 2019Three local Norwich nonprofit agencies were included in approximately $30.8 million in state grants that are being awarded to 92 nonprofit organizations throughout Connecticut as part of the state’s Nonprofit Grant Program.
Next Generation 9-1-1 Emergency Telecommunications System
August 24, 2018Connecticut has just launched a new Text-to-911 capability as part of the state’s new Next Generation 9-1-1 Emergency Telecommunications System.