Julio Concepcion

CT Paid Leave claims continue to be filed in every area of the state. The Authority's Usage Map shows the number of cumulative claims per town as of November 30, 2024.

The new legislative session opened on Wednesday, and I am looking forward to work ahead as the Hartford delegation focuses on making sure our city is well-represented!

A number of laws that were passed during the 2024 legislative session will go into effect Wednesday, January 1.

Starting January 1, Connecticut college students will be able to benefit from a bill we passed to alleviate student loan debt. The reimbursement program, led by House Democrats and the first of its kind in the nation, provides up to $5,000/year for up to four years (up to $20,000) in loan forgiveness. Six million dollars has been allocated in the current budget cycle and will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Connecticut has made significant progress in strengthening its pension funds for retired state workers and addressing legacy debt, which isn’t just good news for pension holders, but for all taxpayers.

State Representative Julio Concepcion has been reappointed House Chair of the Executive and Legislative Nominations Committee by Speaker of the House Matt Ritter.

November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to honor and support the caregivers who give so much to our families and communities.

Great news for low and moderate-income homebuyers in Connecticut!