Ralphola Taylor Community Center
August 12, 2019In my role as Deputy Speaker I was able to go to leadership with my Bridgeport colleagues to make sure funding is made available for the Ralphola Taylor Community Center.
Summary Of Major Legislation Passed
August 9, 2019The 2019 legislative session was demanding as ever and I’m grateful my colleagues and I were able to pass a balanced state budget that helps workers and people on fixed incomes, encourages economic growth and makes critical investments for our state – and all without raising our income tax.
Insurance Coverage for Mammograms, Ultra Sounds
August 6, 2019I was proud to support legislation this session that eliminated co-pays and other out of pocket costs for breast ultrasounds and mammograms, and required health insurance policies to cover breast ultrasound screenings for more women.
Attack On Working Families
July 29, 2019President Trump’s latest attack on working families could result in over 11,000 Connecticut residents losing access to food assistance.
Plastic Bag Ban Goes Into Effect Aug 1
July 29, 2019We’re just a few days away from a new law taking effect that will help contribute to a better environment. Our statewide efforts to curb the use of single-use plastic bags goes into effect on Aug. 1.
New Laws Took Effect This Month
July 9, 2019A number of new laws took effect this month that address various issues.
2019 Legislative Accomplishments
June 28, 2019As we wrapped up the last six months of work, one of the most talked about issues was the state budget, but equally important are many measures we passed that may be of interest.
2019 Legislative Items
June 27, 2019The General Assembly’s regular session ended June 5th with a balanced budget and other significant legislation. I’d like to highlight some of the issues we addressed in the new state budget and other impactful legislation.