Heating Assistance, Black History in CT, and more

February 16, 2024


 
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Happy Friday, I hope you're looking forward to the long weekend! In this week's eblast, you can read about work done during session this week, some amazing Black history in Connecticut, and more. You can click on the links below to navigate between sections.
 
Millions for Home Heating Assistance
This week the legislature approved $17 million in additional cold weather heating assistance funds – many residents and families who receive assistance through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) or Operation Fuel will have access to funds to ensure they can heat their homes through the cold weather season.
As your State Representative, it is my responsibility to stand up for my constituents. This funding ensures that none of our neighbors must choose between paying their bills or freezing.

I am committed to enhancing the safety and quality of life for all residents, and I will continue to do so throughout this legislative session.
 
Black History in Connecticut/National Park Service Posts
Each week, in honor of Black History Month, I want to bring light to one of the many inspiring stories of Black history in Connecticut.

This week is the 29th Connecticut Colored Infantry Regiment. The infantry regiment served in the Union Army during the Civil War, and is credited as being the first infantry to enter Richmond, VA when the city surrendered in the Siege of Petersburg.

In a time of immense peril and division in our country, the trailblazing 29th Connecticut Colored Infantry Regiment took a stand and fought for freedom, emancipation, and justice for all.
If you want to learn more about Black History, I highly encourage you to take a look at the National Park Service's 28 Days of Black History. Each day the agency provides information about Black history that is preserved in national parks or through National Park Service programs.

Today's topic is Tuskegee Institute, which Booker T. Washington built to improve higher education opportunities for Black Americans in the South.

The agency provides incredible insight into people and topics that are under-discussed, and I hope you'll check out this amazing project.
 
Lunar New Year Celebration and Fairfield Museum's Upcoming Events
A reminder that families and friends of all ages are invited to celebrate the Lunar New Year with the Fairfield Museum and History Center this Saturday, February 17 from 10am-1pm!

Learn more about the Year of the Dragon and how people celebrate, explore “Creating Community,” the Fairfield Museum’s newly renovated exhibition, and join for a lion dance, storytime with the Fairfield Public Library - Connecticut, live animals from Earthplace, a martial arts demonstration, a paper dragon craft, a dumpling tasting with Grumpy Dumpling Co. and many more hands-on activities.

Free admission. Check the Fairfield Museum website for the full schedule. https://bit.ly/48Pp6Zx
The Fairfield Museum is also offering some fun and family-friendly crafts, including crafting of people slowglobes Sunday, Feb. 18 from 10am-1pm and mini bald eagles Monday, Feb. 19 from 10am-1pm. I hope you'll visit our wonderful museum over this long weekend!
 
I'm committed to ensuring your voice is heard. Please don't hesitate to call my office at (860) 240-8585 or email me if there's anything I can do for you. Be sure to follow @LeeperForFairfield on Facebook and Instagram to stay up-to-date on everything I'm doing at the Capitol.

Sincerely,

Jennifer Leeper
State Representative
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