We passed important new laws last session to make sure our kids get the best education possible.

The 2019 legislative session was as demanding and productive as I have seen. In my newsletter to residents, I outline what we accomplished to improve the lives of working families, encourage economic growth and make critical investments in the future of our children, as well as our state. Click here to read the newsletter.

Governor Lamont signed legislation this week that makes significant changes to the state’s liquor laws.

Water is our most precious natural resource and must be protected and preserved for future generations. In the past Connecticut has not had a cohesive policy, so my colleagues and I in the House of Representatives took a significant step forward to safeguard our water supply.

After many hours of hard work and debate, my colleagues and I have passed House Bill 7267, which takes a comprehensive and systematic approach to health care and its soaring costs. The directives and policies in this legislation will significantly increase access to care and create a more sustainable, high-value health care system in the future.

I am pleased to report the House passed legislation that will facilitate minority teacher recruitment and retention across the state.

The state budget approved last night provides a net increase in funding for Bethel’s education system. The new budget includes more than $89,000 additional funding for Bethel’s schools and a $126,000 expenditure increase for Bethel’s Teacher Retirement Fund, an expense that was previously stated to be absorbed by the town.

Today the House of Representatives unanimously passed legislation that would ban the “gay and transgender panic” defense. As a co-introducer of the bill I am proud of our state for implementing this necessary measure to ensure all individuals feel safe.