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As House Chair of the Labor and Public Employees Committee, I am thrilled to announce the passage of SB1221, An Act Making Changes to The Connecticut Retirement Program. Our caregivers give a lot of themselves. They should be cared for when the time comes.
The changes to the program include:
• Extending the program to cover Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) who work as part of a state-funded program.
• Changing the default contribution rate for new participants enrolling in the program,
• Allowing the comptroller to provide an applicable retirement saving vehicle for participants who receive a federal Saver’s Match contribution.
• Creating a notice requirement and financial penalty for noncompliant employers.
These changes are in place to ensure that PCAs can access the program, save for retirement, and also make various overall improvements to the program's efficacy. |
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| We’re cracking down on street takeovers and illegal ATV use. House Democrats voted to authorize steep fines, vehicle seizures, and automatic license suspensions. |
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| This legislation, SB 1284, An Act Concerning Street Takeovers and the Illegal Use of Certain Vehicles, targets both participants and organizers, aiming to curb dangerous road behavior through tougher enforcement and penalties. |
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We passed legislation that will foster a more inclusive and responsive system that better meets the needs of individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities.
- Tracks delays & gaps in critical services
- Requires public reporting on abuse & neglect cases
- Review DDS investigation policies every 5 years
- Launches statewide autism needs assessment
- Studies the future of Southbury Training School
Proposes urgent help for complex autism cases
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| Please click on the image below for a look at the bills passed in the House so far. |
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The Commission on Women, Children, Seniors, Equity & Opportunity (CWCSEO) invites you to attend PRIDE Day at the Capitol next Wednesday, June 4, 2025. It will include a day of reflection, resilience, and recognition dedicated to advancing equity, uplifting LGBTQ+ voices, and promoting mental wellness.
“Beyond Celebration: Centering Equity, Wellness & Voice,” will take place at the Legislative Office Building and in the north lobby of the Capitol. |
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Here's a look at the agenda:
Panel Discussion: Mental Health & Healing
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Legislative Office Building, Hearing Room 1B
Moderated by Melvette Hill, Executive Director of CWCSEO, this engaging discussion will explore the growing mental health challenges facing LGBTQ+ youth and young adults, including the impacts of stigma, isolation, and limited access to affirming care. Featuring the voices of youth, young adults, and advocates, the panel will highlight the urgent need for inclusive support and community-driven healing.
Panelists Include:
- Taylor Tucker, Health Equity Solutions
- Juan Fonseca, LGBTQ+ Advocate
- Brett Bordonaro, LGBTQ+ Advocate
- Genesis Jones, Student & LGBTQ+ Advocate
Spoken Word Performances: Be moved by the powerful voices of Larry Roeming and Aalexÿz Jiménez, who will share original pieces centered on identity, empowerment, and healing through community.
Resource Fair:
3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
North Lobby, State Capitol
Meet with local and statewide organizations offering essential resources, support services, and advocacy tools for Connecticut’s LGBTQ+ community and allies.
Join us in fostering equity, honoring pride, and amplifying voices.
Register by scanning the QR Code on the attached flyer. For additional information, please contact Denise Drummond at denise.drummond@cga.ct.gov.
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Hot days, cool drinks, baseball, and barbecues are popular staples during the summer but Connecticut, from one end of the state to the other, offers so much more.
Connecticut is home to 110 state parks, 32 state forests, 29 state campgrounds, 117 state boat launches, and 4 coastal state beaches that provide any number of recreational opportunities, along with many other attractions and nationally ranked restaurants.
Two new trails guide visitors on some of the more unique experiences the state has to offer, including the Connecticut Oyster Trail, and the Connecticut Christmas Movie Trail. Later this year the state will officially launch the Connecticut Pizza Trail to celebrate its designation as the Pizza Capital of the United States.
The best way to explore tourism destinations and find activities to do in the state is by visiting the official Connecticut Tourism website HERE. |
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There's more.
Litchfield County was ranked as one of the best places to go in 2025 and Mystic Seaport Museum was the “#2 Best Open-Air Museum” for the second consecutive year.
Hungry?
Several CT chefs and restaurants have gained national recognition, including chef David Standridge of The Shipwright’s Daughter in Mystic capturing the world-renowned James Beard Award for best chef in the northeast, and several others named semifinalists, including Renee Touponce of Oyster Club and The Port of Call in Mystic who was nominated in the outstanding chef category, and Coracora in West Hartford nominated for outstanding restaurant.
Seasons change quickly. With all that it has to offer, summertime in Connecticut is one you don't want to miss. |
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| Proudly honoring the trailblazing achievements of Judge Sarala Nagala — the first South Asian federal judge in Connecticut. |
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