Vaccine Update: Age-Based Eligibility & Teachers
February 23, 2021Vaccine eligibility will expand to the 55-64 age group beginning on March 1 and dedicated clinics for educators and childcare providers will also begin in March.
DMV Offering Online Driver's License Renewal
February 4, 2021The State announced that in the coming weeks, you will be able to renew your driver’s license, obtain your driving history, or change your address all online and from the comfort of your home.
Black and Latino Course Studies
February 3, 2021I am pleased to share that Connecticut is moving forward with a more comprehensive curriculum that includes African American/Black and Puerto Rican/Latino Course Studies and their contributions to the rich history of the United States.
Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds
February 1, 2021I am pleased to report that New Britain will receive $22,902,450 in Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds (ESSER II) as part of the second CARES act that passed in December 2020.
Vaccine Phase 1B Rollout Update
January 21, 2021The State of Connecticut is expecting about 45,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses on a weekly basis from the federal government. We now know that the State will be taking a tiered approach in Phase 1B as we work to vaccinate the nearly 1.4 million people in the recently updated Phase 1B category.
Vaccine Scheduling Open
January 14, 2021Scheduling has been opened for individuals in Phase 1B of the vaccination rollout - currently, Phase 1B is set to include individuals 75 and older; certain essential workers; and individuals and staff in congregate living settings.
Opening Day Of The 2021 Legislative Session
January 8, 2021The 2021 Legislative Session has officially started and I am honored to have been sworn in to serve my first legislative term as the State Representative for New Britain and Newington's 24th Assembly District!
Representative Sanchez Sworn In
January 6, 2021Representative Manny Sanchez (D-New Britain/Newington) was sworn in to represent the 24th House District for the General Assembly’s 2021 session.