Frank J. Smith

Connecticut is about to take a transformative step toward making prescription drugs more affordable for everyone.

I want to wish everyone a Happy Hispanic Heritage Month, which celebrates the rich culture and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans in Milford and the rest of the state.

During the 2023 legislative session, we successfully passed a number of measures, which will enhance and support our skilled workforce and make our state more attractive for companies and new businesses.

It’s that time again where we start winding down the summer and begin back-to-school preparations. I want to share news, funding, and events that will ease the transition for the upcoming school year.

Connecticut is one of 13 states to pass paid family and medical leave legislation. We should be proud of this program, which is held up as a national model for other states to emulate.

Plans are in the works to upgrade Route 1 in Milford to boost safety for everyone, to update aging drainage systems, and to improve access in our community.

An additional $20 million has been added to the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority's Time To Own Program, which will pave the road for more first-time homeowners!

A number of new laws, that my colleagues and I worked on during the 2023 legislative session to implement meaningful change in our state, will take effect in Connecticut on July 1.