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July 19, 2024


 
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Dear Neighbor,
Happy Friday!

I wanted to take a moment to address the horrifying situation we were presented with over the weekend. While details are still emerging, we nearly lost a former president and current presidential candidate to what seems to be an act of political violence. Political violence is a fundamental threat to our democracy and can not ever be the norm, period. No exceptions.

That is not what our country is and is not how we resolve our issues. While we may have passionate ideological debates, political violence must always be vigorously denounced regardless of political affiliation.

My heart aches for the innocent man who was killed - it is shameful someone lost their life to such hate.

Despite our differences, we are all Americans first, and we need to remember that now more than ever.
 
We accomplished a lot this legislative session, and I want to tell you all about it. Please read below for my newsletter on the 2024 session highlights. Thank you again to all of my constituents who made their voices heard - I carried all of your thoughts and concerns with me at the Capitol!
And don't forget to please join me for a virtual legislative town hall next Thursday, July 25 from 5:30-6:30pm. We will be discussing what we accomplished in our last legislative session, what to expect in next year's legislative session, and, most important, the issues that matter most to you.

To register, click here.

These events have a major impact on the work I do at the Capitol, and I hope to see you there!
 
I'm thrilled to see this great news from the CT Department of Labor's mid-year labor report! With strong job growth, recovery of jobs lost to the pandemic, and more, I'm optimistic about the second half of the year!
 
With a seemingly endless amount of heat waves hitting Connecticut this summer, residents are understandably looking for ways to beat the heat while still enjoying time outdoors. Below, please find some important graphics on water, heat, and tick safety tips. This summer, stay safe and stay cool
 
The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) and its Artist Fellowship program is now accepting applications. The Artist Fellowship program provides recognition and funding support for Connecticut artists to pursue new work and advance their artistic careers. All artistic disciplines are eligible!

Connecticut artists must be the primary creators of original works of art.

Grants are awarded in three designations and grant amounts:
  • Artistic Excellence grants: $5,000
  • Artist Fellowship grants: $3,000
  • Emerging Recognition grants: $1,000
The deadline to apply is is on or before September 20.

Some eligibility restrictions apply, so please review the program webpage before applying at

bit.ly/466gXzs or contact the COA program manager by email at tamara.dimitri@ct.gov with any questions.
 
As always, please feel free to contact me at 800-842-8267 or by email at Andre.Baker@cga.ct.gov. And for news and legislative updates, please visit my official Facebook page.

Sincerely,



Andre Baker
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