WBDC Grant Application is Now Open
January 25, 2023The Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC) announced the next round of the Equity Match Grant Program, which opened January 17, 2023. The deadline to apply is February 28, 2023. The application will also be offered in Spanish.
Need Help Paying Your Energy Bill?
January 11, 2023As we continue to pursue more long-term solutions to reduce rising costs of energy, I wanted to make you aware of an upcoming outreach event to help residents access critical financial assistance from United Illuminating (UI) and Southern Connecticut Gas (SCG), through the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP), the Community Renewal Team (CRT) and Operation Fuel.
Wishing You a Happy Holiday!
December 22, 2022I want to wish you and your loved ones a happy holiday! While celebrating this holiday season's traditions and festivities may be more normal than recent years, please continue to take reasonable precautions to help keep everyone safe.
New Laws Taking Effect in the New Year
December 14, 2022As we prepare to ring in the new year and welcome the start of 2023, a number of laws passed will take effect when the clock strikes midnight on January 1st!
On the Porch - October 21, 2022
October 21, 2022Please enjoy this episode of "On the Porch". This week, I was joined by Mary Jane Foster, President & CEO of Interval House.
Bill Addressing Motor Vehicle Theft Signed into Law
September 22, 2022Over the past two years, Connecticut, like many states across our country, has experienced an uptick in juvenile motor vehicle thefts and other criminal activity. House Democrats heard your calls for swift action and responded by leading bipartisan discussions to develop smart juvenile justice reforms. I'm pleased to share that bipartisan legislation addressing the pandemic-driven uptick in juvenile crime has been signed into law.
Energy Assistance Program Application is Now Open
September 6, 2022The application period for the 2022-2023 winter season of the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) is now open! This program provides crucial support to vulnerable Connecticut homeowners and renters with the costs of heating their homes.
Scam Alert from the Connecticut Department of Labor
August 25, 2022I want to alert you about a recent communication from the Connecticut Department of Labor (CTDOL) on a series of text scams that include links to fake webpages resembling CTDOL unemployment pages, including the unemployment benefits login page.