Kaitlyn Shake

It was another exciting week at the Capitol as committee meetings and public hearings are taking place and the House was back in Session on Wednesday, March 5th where I was proud to vote in favor restoring the $40 Million dollars in Special Education, funding for nonprofits impacted by federal cuts, the 2025-2030 Conservation and Development Plan and Judicial and Executive nominations. It is always an honor to continue to serve our community and to be able to have critical conversations with my colleagues about the work we are doing.

I had an eventful week at the Capitol! On Monday 02/24 the House went into Session at 5 pm. We held a vote on two bills that addressed issues including Special Education Funding, Tax Exemption for Disabled Veterans, and Community Funding Grants. Further down in this email you will find more information on what was passed as a part of these bills.

We had several important announcements this week from Hartford that I want you to be aware of in addition to the committee work my colleagues and I continue to progress. If there are committees raising bills or offering public hearing opportunities, you can sign up to testify or submit written testimony via that committee with the links provided in this email below. But first, I would like to share with you a few key issues raised in my committee hearings this week.

On Wednesday in a Joint Session at the capitol, Governor Lamont delivered his budget address to us presenting his priorities. The process continues as we strive towards balancing a budget that responsibly invests in our state, its people, and its future.

I know you are worried about balancing the looming cuts from the federal government and how it will impact the state budget this year. I want to assure you that I will do what I have always done as a public servant. I will work across the aisle to address the vital services that many of our children, students, families, elderly and others use and depend on every day.

I had a busy week at the capitol in my committee meetings and working with my colleagues on proposed bills and concepts.

The 2025 Legislative Session has begun and my colleagues and I have gotten to work on our committees. One thing that makes our work better is when we get feedback from you. If you are a resident of Stratford’s 120th District, complete my brief survey online.

On Wednesday, January 8, 2025, I was sworn in as state representative for the 120th district serving Stratford. As I begin this new role, I want to ensure your voice is heard and your concerns are adequately addressed.