CURRENT NEWS

Health Care Assistance for Paraeducators

September 7, 2023

Paraeducators provide critical and direct support to teachers and students, which makes them an integral part of the school ecosystem. That is why I am happy to share that the Paraeducator Healthcare Subsidy Program will provide $5 million in financial assistance and increase access to quality health care.

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Building on Our Skilled Workforce

August 31, 2023

During the 2023 legislative session, we successfully passed a number of legislative measures that will enhance and support our skilled workforce and make our state more attractive for companies and new businesses.

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Resources for the Upcoming School Year

August 8, 2023

It’s that time again where we start winding down the summer and begin back-to-school preparations; I want to share news and events that will ease that transition for the upcoming school year.

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Protections for the Elderly

August 7, 2023

During session, we successfully passed legislation that protects and supports individuals in the state who are in the twilight years of their life. Unfortunately, as the elderly population steadily rises, scam attempts against that community also increases. To help shield our older residents from being victimized, we passed PA 23-161, AN ACT CONCERNING FINANCIAL EXPLOITATION OF SENIOR CITIZENS.

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Connecticut is a Leader on Tax Relief

July 19, 2023

My colleagues and I delivered on our promise to lower taxes for those who need the most help. According to a report from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, Connecticut is a leader on tax relief for low- and middle-income earners, providing nearly $500 million in relief for individuals and families.

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Standing up for CT Consumers by Freezing the Diesel Tax

July 14, 2023

During the 2023 Legislative Session, I worked with my colleagues to pass a new two-year state budget that stands up for consumers, including a freeze of scheduled increases on the diesel tax, which helps lower the price of groceries and other commodities while reducing the cost of doing business in Connecticut.

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