HB 5001 - Protecting and Prioritizing Seniors
March 26, 2024Great news! The Aging Committee approved HB 5001, an omnibus bill that will provide further support to our seniors.
This proposal is a priority of the House, and I am thrilled it is progressing through the legislative process.
HB 5001 - Protecting and Prioritizing Seniors
March 26, 2024Great news! The Aging Committee approved HB 5001, an omnibus bill that will provide further support to our seniors.
Early Voting Available to Residents
March 25, 2024For the first time, residents can take advantage of the state's new early voting law with Connecticut's April 2 presidential preference primaries.
Early voting is the result of 2023 legislation and a state Constitutional amendment overwhelmingly approved by Connecticut voters in 2022.
Elder Care Bill Emerges as a Priority with Bipartisan Support
March 22, 2024Leaders of the Aging Committee recently announced that legislation designed to improve the quality and access to elder care is a priority for them this session and has strong bipartisan support.
Let's Celebrate Women's History Month
March 1, 2024March is Women’s History Month, a time dedicated to honoring the vital role women have played in American history and learn more about their contributions.
In February 1980, President Jimmy Carter issued the first Presidential Proclamation declaring the Week of March 8th as National Women’s History Week. Subsequent Presidents continued to proclaim a National Women’s History Week in March until 1987 when Congress designated March as “Women’s History Month.”
Funding for Heating Help Bolstered
February 14, 2024One of the first orders of business for the 2024 legislative session was to approve extra funding for depleted heating and fuel assistance programs that help vulnerable residents stay warm during winter.
Celebrate Black History Month
February 1, 2024February is Black History Month, a time when we celebrate the many achievements and contributions Black Americans have made to our country as we continue to reckon with the systemic racism from our past that is still prevalent today.
Official recognition of Black History Month started with a proclamation from President Gerald Ford 48 years ago.
Operation Fuel Application Period Now Open
January 12, 2024If you're struggling to pay utility bills, Operation Fuel may be able to help.
Operation Fuel's energy assistance program opened this week for the Winter/Spring season. Applications will be accepted until March 1 unless available funds run out before that date.