New State Laws Effective July 1
June 29, 2022A number of new laws passed during the 2022 legislative session will implement positive and meaningful change in our state, and many took effect on July 1.
There is a link below for a complete list, but here are some highlights:
Minimum Wage Increase Helps Working Families
June 27, 2022On July 1, minimum wage workers received a well-deserved raise.
Back in 2019, Connecticut House Democrats made it a priority to pass legislation that focused on assisting working families by increasing the minimum wage over of several years until it reaches $15 in 2023.
U.S. Supreme Court Overturns Roe v. Wade in Harmful Decision
June 24, 2022In a 6-3 decision today, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, and eliminated the constitutional right to an abortion after nearly 50 years.
CT Child Tax Credit Providing Boost to Families
June 10, 2022Connecticut's first ever child tax payment has just gone into effect and it's already a massive success!
Child Mental Health Legislation Signed into Law
June 3, 2022In February, at the beginning of the 2022 legislative session, I stood beside my legislative colleagues and committed to addressing our children's mental and behavioral health needs.
Renters' Rebate Applications Now Open
April 4, 2022If you or someone you know is elderly or disabled and currently renting housing, the Connecticut’s Renters’ Rebate Program is now open.