Apply for the Voyager Scholarship
May 19, 2022The Obama Voyager Scholarship is a new scholarship focused on students who plan to pursue a career in public service.
Investing in a Cleaner Environment
May 19, 2022Prior to the start of the 2022 legislative session, House Democrats pledged to support policies and bills that would help cut our carbon footprint, increase our reliance on clean energy sources, and protect the health of Connecticut residents.
Update on the Two Orphan Bear Cubs in Newtown
May 17, 2022Last Thursday, a mother bear was fatally shot in a small forest in Newtown. The black bear, known as ‘Bobbi’ (#217), was loved by the Newtown community. She left behind two orphaned cubs.
This Week is Mental Health Awareness Week
May 13, 2022This Mental Health Awareness Week, please help me spread the word about Covid-19 Pandemic Mental Health Response resources.
Recognizing School Nurses
May 11, 2022Today is School Nurses Day! Thank you to all the school nurses who ensure our children's wellbeing every day.
Final Days of the 2022 Legislative Session
May 10, 2022We have reached the end of the 2022 Legislative Session! This has been a very productive session and we've passed many critical pieces of legislation to benefit the residents of Connecticut. I'll be sharing session highlights in the coming days and weeks.
State Budget
May 4, 2022After months of negotiation and hearing input from residents across our state, I am happy to pass along great news. On Monday, the House of Representatives passed the state budget proposal which provides $600 million in historic tax relief to meet this moment of need for so many residents in our state.
Clean Air Act
May 4, 2022Connecticut residents deserve clean air, but transportation-related greenhouse gas emissions have contributed to worsening air quality leading to higher rates of illnesses like asthma. Investing and encouraging wide-scale electric vehicle distribution is necessary to reducing these emissions and ultimately, improving air quality. The House just passed the Connecticut Clean Air Act to help the state breathe a little easier.