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Dear Neighbor,
I am honored to share that I have been recognized by the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV) as part of the First 100 Plus Class of 2026. This recognition highlights the work of community leaders across Connecticut working to improve the lives of domestic violence survivors and their families.
During my time in the Connecticut General Assembly, I have been a proud advocate and remain committed to advancing policies that protect and support survivors. This includes:
- Championed a law as Chair of the Housing Committee to require security deposits to be returned in 21 days, instead of 30 days, by landlords, which helps DV survivors get their own money back faster to use it to flee an abuser and get into new and safe housing faster.
- Co-sponsored Jennifer's Law in 2021, which expanded access to programs and resources for survivors and made it easier to obtain a restraining order.
- Advocated for funding for Interval House from the Interest on Real Estate Broker Trust Account (IOREBTA) Fund as Chair of the Housing Committee.
- Advocated for funding for CCADV to support survivor housing, the 24/7 victim hotline, and services for survivors.
Our work is not done, and I will continue working to ensure survivors have the support they need and access to services here in Manchester and across the state.
Domestic violence impacts families and communities across Connecticut. Survivors deserve to know that they are not alone and that help is available in their community. At a time when many organizations are facing funding and grant cuts, it is more important than ever that we protect and strengthen resources available to those in need. No survivor should ever be left behind.
I am deeply grateful to CCADV for this recognition and for their continued leadership in supporting survivors and working to prevent domestic violence across our state.
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