Patrick S. Boyd

During the first Public Safety and Security Committee meeting, the bipartisan committee leaders outlined their top priorities of the session. Street takeovers and other hazardous roadway behaviors are on the list of issues they plan to address. Legislators on this committee believe that this could be addressed with more aggressive law enforcement.

Last week was the opening day of the 2025 Legislative Session in Hartford. As the House Chairman of the Public Safety & Security Committee, I joined Ranking Member State Rep. Greg Howard, calling attention to the incidents that occurred across Connecticut since the legislature adjourned last spring.

I am honored that House leadership reappointed me as the House Chair of the Public Safety and Security Committee. I am committed to ensuring, in a bipartisan manner, that our communities remain safe, resilient, and supported.

It was an honor to recognize Korean War Veterans from Ashford, Eastford, and Mansfield. It was great participating in the wet-down ceremony of a new fire truck in Mansfield. I am working with a great team on a plan to draw more tourists to the 50th District.

A number of new laws that were passed during the 2024 legislative session will go into effect on Tuesday, October 1st.

Today is Overdose Awareness Day, and it's important to reflect on such a harrowing issue that affects too many families every year.

Connecticut's annual Sales Tax-Free Week begins on Sunday, August 18 and runs through Saturday, August 24. It provides a chance to save money, whether it is taking the kids back-to-school shopping or treating yourself or your loved ones.

Several new laws that address many issues aimed at improving our great state will become effective on July 1st.