Michelle L. Cook

State Representative Michelle L. Cook applauds the signing of legislation that protects copay assistance by prohibiting insurers from implementing copay accumulator programs. Governor Ned Lamont signed the bill into law on Wednesday.

Yesterday, the House sent a powerful piece of legislation to the Governor’s desk. SB 1 declares that racism is a public health crisis in our state.

Starting today, Connecticut implemented new safety protocols concerning face masks following updated recommendations from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Connecticut House Democrats are dedicated to fighting for those who fought for our country. During the 2021 legislative session, House Democrats have introduced and passed a number of bills which focus on supporting veterans and active members of the military, as well as their families.

Access Health CT (AHCT) continues to offer quality, affordable health care for those in need of coverage, especially during this public health crisis.

Telehealth services – which have provided safe and secure options for healthcare professionals to treat patients during the pandemic – have been expanded and extended through an executive order signed over the weekend by Governor Lamont.

Seniors 75 years and older can schedule an appointment to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Over the next few weeks, my office and I will be calling folks throughout our district who are eligible to receive the vaccine to check-in and ask if they need assistance making their appointment.

The State announced today that in the coming weeks, you will be able to renew your driver’s license, obtain your driving history, or change your address all online and from the comfort of your home.