Events at the Capitol
May 24, 2023A few pieces of legislation from the Aging Committee have passed through the House, including HB 6677, AN ACT CONCERNING ADULT DAY CENTERS. Families who are tasked with taking care of loved ones need a lifeline. HB 6677 will require the Department of Social Services to develop a plan that will increase the number of residents eligible to receive adult day services.
Talk with Dr. Leo Igwe This Friday
May 18, 2023On Friday, May 19th, I will hold a conversation with Leo Igwe, a renowned Nigerian human rights activist and secular humanist from 1-3pm, in the Capitol, Room 301.
On the Porch with Lori Brown
May 17, 2023State Representative Jane Garibay sits down with Lori Brown of CT's League of Conservation Voters.
On the Porch with Erick Russell
May 15, 2023Please enjoy this episode of "On the Porch". This week, I was joined by Connecticut State Treasurer Erick Russell.
HJ 34 Passes in House
May 12, 2023During Wednesday's legislative session, my colleagues and I passed H.J. 34, RESOLUTION CONCERNING CERTAIN WITCHCRAFT CONVICTIONS IN COLONIAL CONNECTICUT.
On the Porch with Guest Jillian Gilchrest
May 11, 2023Please enjoy this episode of "On the Porch". This week, I was joined by State Representative Jillian Gilchrest of West Hartford.
Early Voting Passes in The House of Representatives
May 5, 2023Connecticut voters asked the legislature for more voting options through a constitutional amendment on early voting that they overwhelmingly approved, and we are answering the call.
Increasing Accountability Among Utility Companies
May 3, 2023The Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) unanimously voted to begin a search for consultants to monitor the performance of the state's two electric distribution companies - Eversource and United Illuminating. This is an important step toward eventually shifting to performance-based regulation for the companies.