Cristin McCarthy Vahey

There are a number of upcoming events and programs - two of which are tonight - that provide helpful resources and insight in the community. Congratulations are also in order for Holland Hill Principal, Molly Farrell.

Today, Senate Bill 9, which is designed to enhance access to physical, mental and behavioral health care, and if passed would work to fight the impacts of the opioid and fentanyl crisis, became one step closer to becoming law as the Public Health Committee voted to advance it.

There are a number of upcoming events and programs that provide helpful resources, or are just a great way to get out and active with friends and family.

Here at the Capitol, March is full of Public Hearings and Committee meetings to vote on bills.

Connecticut continues to face a crisis-level shortage of workforce and affordable housing.

The legislature’s two session days this week have resulted in some important results for Bridgeport and Fairfield as well as residents of our entire state.

Last Friday, Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) Commissioner, Garrett Eucalitto joined the Transportation Committee for an oversight hearing on the department’s activities.

Before I share information with you about some upcoming events, I wanted to remind many of you to stay safe this weekend as we face sub-zero degree temperatures, which brings increased risks to ourselves and our communities.