Stephen Meskers

Connecticut's 2022 Sales Tax Free Week is August 21 through August 27. This is a great opportunity to take the kids back-to-school shopping or to treat yourself or your loved ones while saving. Many retailers in Connecticut offer additional discounts on clothing and footwear during Sales Tax Free Week, offering consumers even more savings.

The State has launched a grant program to help hospitality businesses recover from COVID-19.

Proud to receive a perfect score of 100 on the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters' 2022 Environmental Scorecard. The scorecard aims to hold lawmakers accountable for their positions on issues related to the environment and puts a focus on priorities for the next session.

I am more than happy to see this funding allocated to a group of dedicated and talented individuals at Round Hill Firehouse. They have answered the call and have been the difference between life and death for more than 75 years, and these first in 40 year renovations will allow them to continue this important work for many years to come.

In light of the recent concerns around town on car break-ins and the recent attempted robbery on Greenwich Avenue, I wanted to share information on what I’ve been working on this past legislative session and that I helped drive in the House of Representatives.

Those who are experiencing a mental health crisis no longer need to remember 1-800-273-8255 or wait hours for help. They can now call or text the 988 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, to connect with mental health professionals who are trained to respond to these emergencies.

I am pleased to share ReEmployCT, a revamped and modern Connecticut Department of Labor online platform that streamlines services and facilitates unemployment and tax filing.