Rep. Josh Elliott has been appointed Vice Chair of the Finance Revenue and Bonding Committee for the 2017-2019 term by Democratic leaders, Speaker of the House Joe Aresimowicz (D-30) and Majority Leader Matthew Ritter (D-1.)

This past Wednesday marked the first day of opening session! I am honored that you have entrusted me, again, to represent the 11th District  comprised of East Hartford, South Windsor and Manchester.

Rep. Henry Genga was sworn in for a two-year term today when the General Assembly convened for its 2017 session. Rep. Genga outlined his priorities for 2017 in a message to voters.

Josh Elliott was sworn in as state representative Wednesday during the opening day ceremony of the 2017 legislative session at the State Capitol in Hartford.

A new year means new laws. Below we outline four important pieces of legislation that went into effect January 1.

HB 5233 - AN ACT CONCERNING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR TOMOSYNTHESIS FOR BREAST CANCER SCREENINGS.

Much of the legislation the General Assembly passed in 2016 went into effect during the summer, but there were some laws that became effective Jan. 1, 2017. Here's a look at some of those laws.

“My heart and prayers go out to Betty’s family, and they should know that Representative Boukus was one of the most beloved members of the General Assembly. She took on each of her responsibilities with a caring hand, always understanding that decisions had a human impact. She was a giant for her hometown of Plainville, the kind of leader who cannot be replaced. Even as she faced health issues more recently, Betty campaigned the way she legislated – fighting selflessly for the best interests of her constituents.

The Connecticut House Democrats have elected Joe Aresimowicz (D-Berlin) Speaker of the House of Representatives and Matt Ritter (D-Hartford) House Majority Leader.