Steven Stafstrom

The Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) is accepting applications for students entering grades 9 and 10 in the 2026-2027 school year.

Thanks to the Early Childhood Education Endowment, an initiative that was passed by the General Assembly in the 2025 legislative session, the expansion of the Early Start CT program in 2026 marks an important step forward in meeting the growing demand for high-quality early childhood care and education across Connecticut.

The Generation Power CT (GPCT) Emergency Energy Assistance Program provides a one-time grant of up to $500 to help eligible Connecticut households with electric, gas, or fuel expenses.

A new state online mapping tool helps residents and businesses to assess evolving property risks related to climate change such as flooding and wildfires.

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.

With fall comes cooler weather, changing leaves, and a number of new laws hitting the books. Several measures passed during the 2025 legislative session will take effect on Wednesday, October 1.

If you know a beloved veteran who not only served our country but now continues to give back to our community, please consider nominating them for the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame.

I am incredibly proud to attend today’s ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Bassick High School, which will serve 1,250 students right here in our community. As a member of the Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee, I’m honored to have played a key role in securing 80% of the funding needed to make this transformative project a reality.