Eversource Update
July 30, 2020After hearing an outcry from customers and constituents on the recent rising energy costs, the Energy and Technology Committee and bi-partisan legislative leaders issued a communication to the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) requesting suspension of the July 1 delivery rate increase and related charges.
Insulin And Telehealth Legislation
July 23, 2020Two health care reform bills designed to cap the monthly cost of diabetes treatment and expand Telehealth services were passed in the House of Representatives. Both bills seek to improve health care for Connecticut residents due to the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.
Absentee Voting Bill Passes House
July 23, 2020Today we took a major step toward ensuring a safe voting experience in November.
The House passed, by a vote of 144-2, a bill that allows for absentee ballot voting to ensure safety during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Temp Safety Coordinators Positions At Foodshare
July 21, 2020Foodshare is hiring part time (approx. 30 hrs./week) temporary staff to work as Safety Coordinators at Mobile Foodshare sites across Hartford and Tolland Counties. The position involves travel across our service area to 3-4 sites per day. Must have a reliable vehicle. Safety Coordinators must be punctual and work well with diverse populations.
Remembering John Lewis
July 20, 2020Over the weekend, America lost one of its distinguished heroes. John Lewis spent his 80 years fighting for equality for African Americans. He played an integral role in the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. He served as the chairman of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), and at 23 years old he helped organize the March on Washington.
Police Accountability Legislation Announced
July 13, 2020Co-chairs and ranking members of the Committee on Judiciary stood outside the Capitol this morning to announce LCO #3471 An Act Concerning Police Accountability (AACPA).
Neighbor Night
July 8, 2020The Resident Advisory Council, will host a Neighbor Night on July 1 at 4pm. The East Hartford Police Department and the EH Citizen Police Alumni Association will participate as guest speakers.
School Re-Opening Plan
June 26, 2020Governor Ned Lamont and Education Commissioner Miguel Cardona have developed a plan that will allow schools to safely re-open this fall.