Overly Broad Meals Tax Revised
September 23, 2019I am pleased that we were able to work with the Department of Revenue Services to rescind their overly broad policy regarding taxing meals.
Gold Star License Needed For Travel In 2020
September 18, 2019A standard driver’s license will no longer be adequate for domestic air travel or entering certain federal buildings after October 1, 2020.
New Education Laws
September 9, 2019We passed important new laws last session to make sure our kids get the best education possible.
Food Pantry Donations Needed
August 26, 2019Children are returning back to school, however in these final days of summer many of them are still hungry and could use your help.
Sales Tax Free Week
August 14, 2019Summer is coming to a close and kids will soon be heading back to school. To help working families prepare – and save – Connecticut offers its annual Sales Tax Free Week. From Sunday, August 18 through Saturday, August 24, you can save on clothing and footwear - and send your kids back to school in style!
Summary Of Major Legislation Passed
August 9, 2019The 2019 legislative session was demanding as ever and I’m grateful my colleagues and I were able to pass a balanced state budget that helps workers and people on fixed incomes, encourages economic growth and makes critical investments for our state – and all without raising our income tax.
2019 Legislative Accomplishments
July 31, 2019As we wrapped up the last six months of work, one of the most talked about issues was the state budget, but equally important are many measures we passed that may be of interest.
Plastic Bag Ban Goes Into Effect Aug 1
July 29, 2019We’re just a few days away from a new law taking effect that will help contribute to a better environment. Our statewide efforts to curb the use of single-use plastic bags goes into effect on Aug. 1.