State Capitol Update For The Week of February 6
February 6, 2026
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Dear Friend,
This is my State Capitol update for the week of February 6.
Click the image below to view my video on this week’s events.
Here’s a list of today’s topics:
- First Day of Session. Click here.
- February is Black History Month. Click here.
- February is American Heart Awareness. Click here.
- Nominations for International Year of the Woman Farmer. Click here.
- Northwest Corner Events. Click here.
The 2026 legislative session officially kicked off on Wednesday. Because this is a short session year, the pace of our legislative work will be fast and furious. You can follow along at CT-N - they broadcast committee meetings, press conferences, and other events that take place at the Capitol.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to my office.
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The public hearing schedule for the week of February 7th is below. Show up, stay informed, have your voice heard!
Happy Black History Month. From local organizers to national trailblazers, Black history lives in every corner of Connecticut. This month, we reflect, learn, and honor that legacy.
Click here for a list of Black History Month events in Connecticut.
February is American Heart Awareness Month
Heart disease is often preventable, but remains the top killer in the U.S. Here are some simple ways to promote heart health today:
- Get CPR Certified
- Exercise Regularly & Manage your Stress
- Keep Track of your cholesterol
- Know your numbers! Learn how to self-measure your own blood pressure
Nominations Open for International Year of the Woman Farmer
In 2025, the United Nations voted to declare 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer. The U.N. thought it was important to highlight the role women play across food systems, while also acknowledging the specific changes they may face.
To celebrate, the Connecticut Department of Agriculture is collecting stories statewide to amplify the voices of women farmers. Click here to nomination form.
Happy 100th birthday to the Ski Jumps in Salisbury! The annual event will be held this weekend. Click here to learn more.
ICYMI
The Sharon Energy & Environment Commission, Sharon Land Trust, and the Sharon Audubon Center are hosting a free, three-part lecture and workshop series focused on the role native and invasive plants play in shaping our local landscapes.
Led by organic land care expert Michael Nadeau, the series is designed for homeowners, landowners, and professional landscapers seeking practical, science-based guidance on managing invasive species and supporting native plants.
Participants may attend one, two, or all three sessions—each workshop stands alone, while together they provide a deeper understanding of how land care choices can improve habitat, biodiversity, and long-term landscape health.
The next event, Villains In Your Backyard: Practical Strategies For Managing Invasive Plants On Your Land, will be held on Saturday, February 21.
Click here to learn more.
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It is my honor to represent our district. I look forward to hearing from you about the issues raised in this newsletter, or any other topics you think I should know about. You can email me at maria.horn@cga.ct.gov or call me at (860)-240-8585. Thanks for reading, and I wish you a safe weekend.
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Sincerely,
Maria Horn
State Representative
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