New Laws Taking Effect in the New Year
December 14, 2022As we prepare to ring in the new year and welcome the start of 2023, a number of laws passed will take effect when the clock strikes midnight on January 1st!
On the Porch - October 21, 2022
October 21, 2022Please enjoy this episode of "On the Porch". This week, I was joined by Mary Jane Foster, President & CEO of Interval House.
Bill Addressing Motor Vehicle Theft Signed into Law
September 22, 2022Over the past two years, Connecticut, like many states across our country, has experienced an uptick in juvenile motor vehicle thefts and other criminal activity. House Democrats heard your calls for swift action and responded by leading bipartisan discussions to develop smart juvenile justice reforms. I'm pleased to share that bipartisan legislation addressing the pandemic-driven uptick in juvenile crime has been signed into law.
Energy Assistance Program Application is Now Open
September 6, 2022The application period for the 2022-2023 winter season of the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) is now open! This program provides crucial support to vulnerable Connecticut homeowners and renters with the costs of heating their homes.
Scam Alert from the Connecticut Department of Labor
August 25, 2022I want to alert you about a recent communication from the Connecticut Department of Labor (CTDOL) on a series of text scams that include links to fake webpages resembling CTDOL unemployment pages, including the unemployment benefits login page.
CareerConneCT Program is Underway
August 22, 2022I am excited to announce that CareerConneCT, a program I supported to help individuals whose employment was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, is underway.
CT's Sales Tax Free Week Starts Sunday!
August 19, 2022Connecticut's 2022 Sales Tax Free Week is August 21 through August 27. This is a great opportunity to take the kids back-to-school shopping or to treat yourself or your loved ones while saving.
Child Mental Health Legislation Signed into Law
June 6, 2022In February, at the beginning of the 2022 legislative session, I stood beside my legislative colleagues and committed to addressing our children's mental and behavioral health needs.