Henry Genga

I am pleased to report that the Biden Administration and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have approved a significant and permanent increase in the amount of food stamp assistance available to families in need.

Connecticut's 2021 Sales Tax Free Week is August 15th through August 21st. This is a great opportunity to save while preparing the kids for going back to school.
 

The East Hartford Parks and Recreation Department has announced closing dates of all outdoor pools and modified pool hours beginning Monday, August 9:

Imagine having to work seven extra months just to earn the same pay as a male co­-worker. If you’re a Black woman in the United States, that’s a likely reality.

Effective today, August 2, the Town of East Hartford is reinstituting face mask requirements for all employees and visitors regardless of their vaccination status

The House was in session on Tuesday and Wednesday. We were able to debate and pass several important pieces of legislation. Below is a list of the bills that were passed.

While the 2021 legislative session faced unprecedented challenges and obstacles, I brought the concerns of our community to Hartford and advocated for legislation that will directly benefit East Hartford.

The 2021 Regular Legislative Session ended a few minutes before midnight on Wednesday. I couldn’t be prouder of the work we have been able to accomplish as we all learned new and unprecedented ways to stay connected with each of you.