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Happy Friday!
Labor Day is upon us, and it is a time to reflect on the contributions of workers across every industry. Their dedication, resilience, and continued fight for fair wages, safe working conditions, and dignity on the job have shaped our nation and continue to move us forward.
As we celebrate the American labor movement, we honor the hardworking people who have built and strengthened this country.
While we enjoy this well-earned day of rest, let’s also recommit ourselves to advancing policies that uplift working families and ensure every worker is treated with the respect they deserve.
Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, meaningful, and restful Labor Day.
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This Labor Day, law enforcement is reminding drivers to make safety a priority by not getting behind the wheel while impaired. You can expect to see an increased police presence across the state. If your plans include drinking, plan for a sober ride home.
The Connecticut Department of Transportation encourages these safe alternatives:
- Designate a sober driver. Even one alcoholic beverage can impair your ability to drive; don’t take the risk
- Use a taxi, a rideshare program, or public transportation. Plan by downloading apps and checking local transit schedules
- Be a good friend. If someone is about to drive impaired, take their keys and help them find a safe way home. They might be upset in the moment, but they’ll thank you later
- Report impaired drivers. If you see someone driving erratically, slow down, keep your distance, and call 911 when it’s safe to do so
For more information on the dangers of impaired driving, visit nhsta.gov.
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In the rest of this week's eblast, you can read about school bus safety, an international food festival in Groton, and more. You can click the links below to navigate between sections.
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| It was a great Saturday at Schemitzun on the Mashantucket Pequot Cultural Grounds! Thank you to the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation for inviting me to usher in the 2025 harvest season, to give thanks to the Creator for heritage, and to honor ancestors, warriors, veterans, and Elders. |
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| On Monday, I joined my colleagues from across the state at a press conference on the sudden halt by the Trump Administration on the off shore wind project going on at the State Pier in New London. The project is 80% complete, taxpayer dollars have been spent and allocated and, 200 jobs are now suddenly on the line. The investment of this project will help lower energy costs for rate payers not only in Groton and New London but the entire region. I am proud to stand and work with my colleagues, labor, and clean energy advocates in order to finish the job we started! |
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It was a great Tuesday morning giving students high fives and welcoming them back to school at Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School! I hope all the students have amazing school year! Thank you to New London Public Schools for inviting me to be part of such a special event.
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The CT DOT announced bridge work to be performed along I-95 north and southbound on the Gold Star Bridge in New London/Groton starting Monday, Sept. 8, to be completed Friday, Oct. 3 to ensure the bridge remains in a state of good repair.
Construction will be done Monday-Thursday from 7pm-5am. No work will be performed on Columbus Day. Traffic control signs and crash units will guide motorists through the work zone. Please maintain a safe speed and be aware of construction workers in the work zone. Your safety and theirs is top priority! |
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The Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame is now accepting nominations for the Class of 2025. The Hall of Fame honors veterans from Connecticut who have made a positive impact in their community after the conclusion of their military service.
To be eligible, nominees must have been born in Connecticut or lived in the state for at least five years. They must also meet the definition of a “veteran” under Connecticut General Statutes § 27-103 and have received an honorable discharge from the U.S. Armed Forces.
The submitted nomination package must contain the completed nomination form, the veteran’s discharge documents, and a detailed narrative of the veteran’s community and/or public service at the local, state, and/or national level and the veteran’s contributions to the community at large. The focus of this honor is on the veteran’s service to their community after leaving the military.
Click here to download the nomination package. You can find detailed instructions and information on eligibility criteria within the nomination package.
You must submit a completed nomination package to the Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs by September 15. You should deliver them either by email to lindsay.jesshop@ct.gov or mail through the U.S. Postal Service to:
Office of the Commissioner of Veterans Affairs
ATTN: CT Veterans Hall of Fame
287 West Street
Rocky Hill, CT 06067
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On September 19, from 9am-2pm, the Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) will host its annual Stand Down event. This event is a commitment to serving Connecticut’s veterans, military personnel, and their immediate families by providing “one-stop” access to a range of programs and services offered by state and federal agencies, veterans organizations, and community-based nonprofits at regional sites across the state.
A formal ceremony will be held at the Rocky Hill Stand Down location at 9:30 a.m.; however, you're welcome to attend any of the six Stand Down locations at any time throughout the day.
Stand Down locations are:
- Bridgeport: University of Bridgeport, Wheeler Recreational Center, 400 University Avenue
- Southington: Southington Armory, 600 Woodruff Street
- Danbury: Danbury War Memorial 1 Memorial Drive
- Norwich: Easter Seals Veterans Rally Point, 24 Stott Avenue
- Rocky Hill: Connecticut Veterans Affairs campus, 287 West Street
- Stamford: UConn at Stamford, 1 University Plaza
Click HERE for more information.
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Governor Lamont has officially launched Fire Safe CT, a new statewide initiative aimed at reducing fire-related tragedies through public education and community support.
This coordinated effort brings together state and local agencies, fire service professionals, and health care experts with one shared goal: to protect Connecticut residents and their communities from the dangers of fire.
Core Objectives:
- Public Education: delivering clear, actionable fire prevention tips through multimedia campaigns—highlighting home safety, outdoor fire management, and burn injury prevention
- Community Empowerment: providing local fire departments and municipal fire marshals with enhanced tools, educational materials, and support to boost community-level fire risk reduction efforts
Together, we can create a safer, more fire-aware Connecticut.
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Sincerely,
Dan Gaiewski
State Representative |
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