Antonio Felipe

I am proud to take on this role and push the Black and Puerto Rican Caucus forward. There is much work to do without much time but as I’ve said before, all issues are BPRC issues. I want to thank Senator Patricia Billie Miller for getting us organized and starting in this direction. I am excited to work with Vice Chair Derell Wilson to maximize our impact and focus on how our policies, and especially how our economy impacts the people this caucus represents.

Session 2025 is underway, and I am eager to continue working on the important issues that affect Bridgeport and our great State of Connecticut!

A number of laws that were passed during the 2024 legislative session will go into effect Wednesday, January 1.

Starting January 1, Connecticut college students will be able to benefit from a bill we passed to alleviate student loan debt. The reimbursement program, led by House Democrats and the first of its kind in the nation, provides up to $5,000/year for up to four years (up to $20,000) in loan forgiveness. Six million dollars has been allocated in the current budget cycle and will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Connecticut has made significant progress in strengthening its pension funds for retired state workers and addressing legacy debt, which isn’t just good news for pension holders, but for all taxpayers.

I am thankful for the trust of Speaker Ritter and Majority Leader Rojas on being chosen to lead this committee at a time where action is most needed. I look forward to working on real solutions and making some hard decisions as a committee to put us on track to rise out of the current housing crisis.

November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to honor and support the caregivers who give so much to our families and communities.

Great news for low and moderate-income homebuyers in Connecticut!