Joseph P. Gresko

Connecticut high school seniors with good grades can now earn automatic admission to several public and private colleges and universities through a new state initiative that makes applying to college easier.

Good news to share with you! The Connecticut Department of Transportation has completed its work, and the target date for the reopening of Route 113 has moved UP. Instead of October 20, the new anticipated opening is THIS FRIDAY, October 10.

About 90 measures passed during the 2025 legislative session take effect on October 1.

The Community Investment Fund (CIF) Board approved the funds on September 30. It needs final approval from the State Bond Commission. If it receives final approval, construction is anticipated to start by January 2026, with completion expected by October 2027.

When I served as chair of the Environment Committee, we passed legislation that would allow the state to enter an agreement with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (U.S. NRC) to regulate radioactive material licenses.

Today, Connecticut became the U.S NRC's 40th “Agreement State,” giving the state oversight over the handling of radioactive materials used by more than 100 Connecticut businesses in the research, manufacturing, and healthcare fields.

It's been a long time coming, and we're finally seeing our hard work pay off. This week, the State of Connecticut officially conveyed the Ella T. Grasso property to the Town of Stratford.

Connecticut’s Town Aid Road (TAR) grant program is growing, rising from $60 million to $80 million in the new state budget.

Of the nearly 3,000 people killed in the September 11, 2001, attacks, 161 had ties to Connecticut. On this solemn anniversary, we reflect on the tragic events of 9/11 and honor every life taken. Their loved ones are in our hearts on this difficult day.