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Thank you to the voters of District 17 for electing me to a third term. I am grateful for your faith in my service. The work we do at the legislature is serious work that needs to be undertaken with hope and mindfulness of the people the work directly affects—all of you. |
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My door is always open to you, whether you voted for me or not, and I hope that you will reach out to me whenever you need assistance. |
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Stage 2 Drought Advisory Declared for Connecticut |
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With the combination of low precipitation levels and continuous fire danger levels across the state, a Stage 2 Drought Advisory has been declared for all eight counties in Connecticut. |
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Stage 1 is the lowest while Stage 5 is the most extreme. Please click on the press release below for more details, including how residents and businesses can voluntarily help minimize future drought impact. Click HERE for more details. |
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Access Health CT Open Enrollment Underway |
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Access Health CT's Open Enrollment period is underway through January 15, 2025. Connecticut residents can shop, compare, and enroll in health insurance plans or renew their coverage. Customers may also enroll in dental insurance through AHCT.
When you enroll, it affects when your coverage starts. If customers enroll on or before December 15, coverage will start on January 1, 2025. If they enroll between December 16 and January 15, 2025, coverage will start on February 1, 2025.
AHCT is the only place Connecticut residents can get financial help to pay for their health insurance. Nearly 90% of AHCT customers enrolled in a Qualified Health Plan (QHP) receive assistance. Some customers might also qualify for the Covered CT Program. This program provides no-cost insurance for eligible residents. |
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There are 22 Qualified Health Plans (QHPs) available for customers to choose from this year. Plans are available from three insurance carriers, including Anthem, ConnectiCare Benefits Inc., and ConnectiCare Insurance Company Inc.
People who are part of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) program and live in Connecticut can sign up for health and dental insurance through AHCT.
Free help to sign up is available online, in person, and over the phone. For a list of enrollment fairs and to register, visit the Enrollment Events webpage on the AHCT website.
Information about enrollment locations and Navigator locations are also listed. Customers can also get help from a certified broker or enrollment specialist in their community. Go to AccessHealthCT.com and click "Get Help" or call 1-855-805-4325. Help is available in over 100 languages. Customers who are deaf or hearing impaired may use TTY at 1-855-789-2428 or call a relay operator.
People can also chat live with a customer service representative by clicking the “Live Chat” icon on the website. |
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Route 44 Corridor Study Preferred Alternatives Meeting is
December 9th |
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Good News for CT Employers in 2025 |
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Because Connecticut repaid all 2024 Unemployment Trust Fund borrowing before the November 10, 2024, deadline, employers in the state will avoid an increase in federal unemployment taxes in 2025 - for the second consecutive year! For a closer look, please click HERE.
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Teen Safe Driving Video Contest |
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Teenage students and high schools in Connecticut can win up to $26,000 in prizes by entering a submission into Connecticut’s 16th annual Teen Safe Driving Video Contest hosted by the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and Travelers.
Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for teens in the United States. In 2022, there were 2,514 people killed in crashes across the country involving teenage drivers between the ages of 15 and 18.
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The Teen Safe Drive Video Contest is open to all public, private, and home-schooled high school students in Connecticut between the ages of 14 and 18. Contest entrants are required to create a unique and effective video public service announcement no longer than 45 seconds, highlighting interactions between drivers and other teens while illustrating ways to practice safer driving habits and obey Connecticut’s teen driving laws.
The videos must also address at least one specific Connecticut teen driving law. Click HERE to read the full contest rules and instructions on submitting a video. The deadline for submissions is February 3, 2025. To watch winning videos from previous years, click here. |
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Let's Honor Our Family Caregivers |
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November is National Family Caregivers Month - a time to honor and support the caregivers who give so much to our families and communities. I'm sharing local resources, from mental health support to financial assistance programs, to help lighten the load. Let’s ensure our caregivers get the care they need, too! Please see below. |
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Puerto Rican and Native American Heritage Month |
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This a time we reflect on the island's history and culture, the challenges Puerto Ricans face, and their resilience. |
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Small Business Saturday is November 30th |
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Please click HERE for a list of small businesses in Avon and Canton or anywhere in Connecticut. For a list of Black-owned businesses throughout the state, please click HERE.
Sincerely,

Eleni Kavros DeGraw
State Representative
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