Commemorating Memorial Day, Absentee Voting for All, and Funding for Dairy Farmers
May 20, 2026Commemorating Memorial Day with remembrance and gratitude for the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice. Absentee Voting for All is now law in Connecticut, and Funding for Dairy Farmers to support small, family-owned businesses.
Workers' Rights Bill Signed and Celebrating America's 250th
May 13, 2026The workers' rights bill has been signed into law. Plus, ways to Celebrate America's 250th.
End of Session Wrap-Up
May 11, 2026End of Session Wrap-Up, highlights of the budget and key bills that passed.
Entering the Final Stretch of the Legislative Session
May 1, 2026We advanced bills that support our elderly community and put the safety of our children first.
Session wrap-up, Lower Electric Bills, and Drug take back day
April 24, 2026It’s been a busy week of session. We passed several bills, including one expanding access to absentee voting for all. There’s also some encouraging news on energy costs as lower electric bills may be on the horizon over the next few months. Don’t forget, you can safely dispose of unused or expired medications at Drug Take Back Day.
Funding to Support Clean Air Projects and Bringing awareness to the ABLE CT Program
April 15, 2026We had some bipartisan fun at the 5th Annual Democrats vs. Republicans Kickball Game. The state is making $15 million available through the national settlement of the Volkswagen emissions scandal to support clean air projects across Connecticut. Plus, April is recognized as ABLE to Save Month in Connecticut, a time to raise awareness about financial empowerment for individuals with disabilities.
The Patient is U Day, Renters' Rebate, and Autism Acceptance Awareness Month
April 10, 2026The Patient is U (TPIU) Day at the Capitol recognized the organization’s mission is to foster a culture of empathy and compassion in medical settings, with the goal of improving patient outcomes and the overall quality of care. Connecticut’s Renters’ Rebate Program is now open to eligible renters who are elderly or living with a disability and meet certain income requirements. April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to recognize, celebrate, and honor the experiences and identities of individuals with Autism.
Affordability Proposals, Amazon Scam Alert, and Exploring Advanced Nuclear Energy
April 1, 2026Affordability remains a major challenge in our state, a breakdown of affordability proposals this legislative session. Be on alert about a texting scam involving Amazon. Plus, the northeast states are exploring advanced nuclear energy to prepare for increased energy demands in the future.