Teachers Visit Capitol and Meet Me In Person in Wilton!

October 13, 2023


I had the incredible opportunity to give some local teachers a tour of the State Capitol and the House Chambers. If you want to learn more about how our government works, I will be back in Wilton for a community conversation next week.

Please read below to find out how to register for the free event! October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Please keep scrolling to see what resources are available 24/7 for survivors and victims.

Below you will find the following sections in today's email:

  • Wilton High School Teachers Visit Capitol
  • Join Me for Coffee & Conversation
  • CT's Transportation Bonds Upgraded
  • Domestic Violence Awareness Month
     
    Wilton High School Teachers Visit Capitol
    I was honored to give several teachers from Wilton High School a tour of the State Capitol! We had an in depth conversation about the legislative process and the importance of getting young people interested in government. We also talked about our amazing schools, teachers, staff, and students in Wilton.
     
    Join Me for Coffee & Conversation
    Please join Senator Ceci Maher and me to discuss environmental, local, and state issues with the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters at Wilton High School on Tuesday, October 17 from 3:30 P.M. – 4:30 P.M. The Climate, Coffee, and Conversation event is is free and open to the public!
    Click Here To Register
    I invite you to either call the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters at (860) 236-5442 or email with any questions.
     
    CT's Transportation Bonds Upgraded

    Kroll Bond Rating Agency has upgraded the credit rating of Connecticut’s transportation bonds from AA+ to AAA, the highest credit rating possible.

    The upgrade is for Connecticut's Special Tax Obligation (STO), Transportation Infrastructure Purposes Bonds, which are issued for the state's portion of transportation infrastructure improvements, including construction and maintenance of highways, roads, bridges, mass transit projects, waterway access, and more.

    Kroll credited the upgrade in part to the state’s strong legal framework that protects bondholders by committing revenues to cover debt service on STO bonds. Kroll also upgraded the state’s General Obligation credit rating to AA+ earlier this year. Since 2021, Moody’s, Fitch, Kroll (twice), and S&P (twice) have upgraded Connecticut’s GO credit rating.
     
    Domestic Violence Awareness Month

    Domestic violence is a public health crisis. Here in Connecticut, we are committed to fighting for survivors and victims by enacting critical change through legislation.

    If you're a victim of domestic violence, reach out because there are people who could save your life.

    For 24/7 support call/text (888) 774-2900 or e-mail CTSafeConnect.org.