Town Hall at Western Connecticut State University
October 31, 2023On October 24, I joined State Rep Anne Hughes and State Rep Corey Paris, for a conversation about the relationship between WCSU, the City of Danbury and the State of Connecticut and WCSU's financial crisis.
We also talked about how the political system works in Connecticut and how constituents can make their concerns heard by their legislators to help set State policy. Click here to listen - https://soundcloud.com/wxci/town-hall-meeting-wcsu-financial-crisis-10-…
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October 31, 2023October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic violence is unfortunately a universal issue that impacts people of all ages, genders, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Legislative Internship Deadline Approaching
October 23, 2023The Connecticut General Assembly's Internship Program is accepting invitations from college students for the 2024 Session.
Free Dental Clinic October 27 and 28
October 13, 2023The Connecticut Foundation for Dental Outreach (CFDO) in collaboration with the Connecticut State Dental Association is proud to present the Connecticut Mission of Mercy Free Dental Clinic (CTMOM). CTMOM is a two-day clinic that provides FREE dental care to the underserved and uninsured in Connecticut; those who would otherwise go without this care.
Transportation Bonds Upgrade
October 5, 2023The Kroll Bond Rating Agency upgraded its rating for Connecticut’s transportation infrastructure bonds last week from AA+ to AAA, its highest rating.
Laws Effective October 1
September 27, 2023October 1 is a traditional date for new laws to go into effect. 2023 was such an exemplary session for you and our neighbors. So I thought I’d report on the dozens of new laws.
Two of them deal with protecting you from gun violence (Public Act 23-53 and PA 23-203). Gun responsibility has been my top priority for decades. I’m sending you a special report to you about this year’s progress.
Lowering Your Prescription Drug Costs
September 15, 2023Connecticut is about to take a transformative step toward making prescription drugs more affordable for all.
On Oct. 2, all Connecticut residents will be eligible to sign up for ArrayRx, a prescription drug discount card program that provides up to 80% off certain prescriptions at nearly all pharmacies in the state.