Mike Demicco

Update from State Rep. Mike Demicco for May 23, 2025

View this email in your browser Dear Neighbor, As of today, we only have two weeks left until the end of session. Each day, we continue to debate legislation and some bills have passed the House and are headed to the Senate for passage.   This week, we passed workers’ compensation legislation that, had we not acted, would have resulted in a potential 265% increase in workers’ compensation benefits, which would have cost Connecticut businesses millions of dollars. We also approved legislation to cover the Medicaid shortfall that occurred in the current budget. Like many other expenses we are required to pay, covering the cost of this shortfall is critical to future budgets.   As always, if there is anything I can help you with or any questions you may have about upcoming legislation, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at mike.demicco@cga.ct.gov.   Regarding Workers' Compensation House Democrats passed legislation on Monday that saves money for EVERY EMPLOYER in the state since all of them faced skyrocketing workers’ compensation claims costs after a CT Supreme Court ruling. This legislation was a top priority of businesses and municipalities and will save millions of dollars. Business advocates estimate workers’ compensation costs would have increased 265% absent any action. Coordinating Care for Kids  It’s great to have another educator in the House! First-term State Representative Patrick Biggins secured a big legislative win with this new effort to coordinate care for students returning to the classroom after being discharged from inpatient care. This means a smoother transition and better support for our kids! Mental Health: Reel to Real Please click on the image below to watch a short reel from my colleagues on addressing mental health as we round out Mental Health Awareness Month. Bills Passed in the House (So far) For a look at bills passed in the House during the 2025 legislative session so far, please click on the image below. Memorial Day Parade - Unionville Route The town of Farmington will host its annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 26, in the Unionville section of town. The parade will step off at 10 a.m., featuring local veterans, marching bands, civic organizations, and community groups as they make their way through the heart of Unionville. The parade map can be found by using the QR code below. The event will conclude with a brief ceremony at the Alice Clover Pinney Memorial Park, where attendees will gather to honor and remember those who died in service to our country. All are welcome to attend. Veterans of all backgrounds are encouraged to participate in the parade. Those interested in participating are asked to contact Paul Krause (USMC) by phone at 910-376-5454 or email oifvet87@gmail.com. It's EMS Week In Connecticut: 20,000+ certified EMS personnel 450,000 emergency calls annually 75 volunteer ambulance services providing EMS support 58 volunteer fire departments providing EMS support 24/7 dedication to our communities   Join me this EMSWeek, in honoring the dedication, courage, and lifesaving care of Connecticut’s EMS professionals. Thank you to every EMT, paramedic, dispatcher, and first responder who makes the difference between life and death. Reminder: Statewide Job Fair Sincerely, Mike Demicco State Representative Website Email Facebook Forward to a friend | Unsubscribe from this list | Update subscription preferences