It was a pleasure to see our vibrant community come out in big numbers to celebrate Puerto Rico. Our amazing flag raising, parade, and festival demonstrates our rich culture and passion in such a positive way. Please scroll below to see pictures from the big celebration!
The state is launching a new initiative called Fire Safe CT to prevent devastating fires. I'll break down how this collaborative effort aims to protect our families.
You must act now if you want to save thousands of dollars in clean energy incentives. I will share the important deadlines on electric vehicles, solar panels, and home energy upgrades.
You will find the following sections below:
- Celebrating Puerto Rico in Waterbury
- New Statewide Initiative To Prevent Fires
- End of Federal Clean Energy Tax Credits
| Celebrating Puerto Rico in Waterbury |
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| This past weekend, I was honored to join our community in celebrating a Puerto Rico flag raising, parade, and festival in Waterbury. As a proud Puerto Rican, it filled me with joy to see our culture and heritage on full display, with families, friends, and neighbors coming together to celebrate our traditions, music, food, and history. The energy and pride radiating from the crowd reminded me just how special and resilient our community truly is. |
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| The return of the parade to Waterbury was especially meaningful. Watching the streets come alive with flags waving high, colorful performances, and the sound of music and laughter was a powerful reminder of the importance of keeping our traditions alive for future generations. It was a day to recognize not only our heritage but also the strength of the Puerto Rican community here in Waterbury and across Connecticut. |
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| I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who made this possible—from organizers and volunteers to the families who showed up to celebrate. Your hard work and dedication brought the parade and festival back to Waterbury, and in doing so, gave our community a reason to come together in pride and unity. I look forward to seeing this tradition continue to grow in the years ahead. |
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| New Statewide Initiative To Prevent Fires |
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Governor Ned Lamont has officially launched Fire Safe CT, a new statewide initiative aimed at reducing fire-related tragedies through public education and community support.
This coordinated effort brings state and local agencies, fire service professionals, and health care experts together to protect Connecticut from the dangers of fire. |
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Core objectives include:
- Public Education: delivering clear, actionable fire prevention tips through multimedia campaigns—highlighting home safety, outdoor fire management, and burn injury prevention.
- Community Empowerment: providing local fire departments and municipal fire marshals with enhanced tools, educational materials, and support to boost community-level fire risk reduction efforts.
To learn more and get involved go to ct.gov/firesafe and for advice on outdoor fire safety, visit DEEP's Forest Fire Prevention Tips to learn how to protect your home, property, and the first responders who serve us.
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| End of Federal Clean Energy Tax Credits |
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| Time is running out to claim thousands of dollars in clean energy incentives. If you’ve been thinking about going solar, buying an electric vehicle, or upgrading your home with cleaner, more affordable energy — now is the time to act because many of these federal incentives will expire soon. |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Credits:Find out which new and used EVs still qualify for federal tax credits of up to $7,500 until September 30, 2025.Residential Clean Energy Credits:Claim 30% of the total cost of solar panels, battery storage, and geothermal systems if you buy by December 31, 2025. Energy Efficient Home Upgrade Credits:Make home energy upgrades, like insulation, windows, or efficient electric appliances, by December 31, 2025, to claim the credit.➡️ Click here to view the full credit timeline of tax credits.
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