Christopher Rosario

A fellow state representative received a voice mail message I wanted to share and warn you IS A SCAM! My colleague called the number for verification and was surprised at how smooth and professional they seemed on the phone. He was almost ready to offer his credit card information when he suspected it did not make sense.

Just recently, the U.S. Census Bureau announced that it increased its hourly rate for census takers in Connecticut from $21.00 to $23.00 an hour! They are hiring for a variety of temporary jobs, including census takers, recruiting assistants, office staff, and supervisory staff.

This January 1st not only marked the beginnings of a new year, it also meant the enactment of dozens of new laws and reforms for Connecticut residents.

Busy evening at various events across the city. I want to thank Make the Road CT and City of Bridgeport Government for meeting with State Representative Antonio Felipe and I to discuss ways we can help our immigrant community. I also had the opportunity to speak before the Bridgeport Census Complete Count Task force at their monthly meeting. As the Statewide Co-Chair we need to ensure that communities like Bridgeport reach hard to count areas.

For many people, the holiday season is a joyous time spent with family, catching up with friends, and attending social gatherings. But for some, it is a time of year of increased depression, loneliness and sadness. That’s why it is important to seek help if needed and check up on those you know that may need some extra cheering.

The deadline for open enrollment to Access Health CT plans is this Sunday, December 15^th. If you are looking to pick up health insurance or need to change your existing plan you must do so before Sunday.

If you celebrate the holidays by getting involved in your community, several food banks throughout our state are in need of some extra help to ensure no family has to choose between paying their bills and putting food on the table this holiday season.

Two hundred middle and high school students attended the Connecticut Tobacco Free Youth Leadership Summit at Naugatuck Valley Community College . This event was organized by EdAdvance’s Students 4 Tobacco-Free Communities in collaboration with HOSA-Future Health Professionals, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, and the Connecticut State Department of Public Health. EdAdvance’s Tobacco Free Communities programs are supported by grants from the CT Department of Public Health.