Special Interest “Dark Money”
March 28, 2017The Legislature’s GAE Committee voted on a bill to shine a spotlight on dark money in political campaigns. Transparency is our guiding principle. The unending flow of dark money undermines the Connecticut's Citizens' Election Program. CEP was specifically designed to keep outside money out of our elections.
Designating K-9 Veterans Day
March 20, 2017I was honored to join with military vet tech Lisa Phillips, and her dog, retired Marine Sergeant Rambo testifying on behalf of SB-1002, designating March 13th as K-9 Veterans Day.
Tell Congress: Leave Our Retirement Alone!
February 22, 2017Congressional Republicans are seeking to pass a law blocking regulations put into effect by the federal Department of Labor that allowed for Connecticut’s historic program.
Priorities for 2017 Legislative Session
January 5, 2017Rep. Henry Genga was sworn in for a two-year term today when the General Assembly convened for its 2017 session. Rep. Genga outlined his priorities for 2017 in a message to voters.
New laws effective Jan. 1, 2017
December 30, 2016Much of the legislation the General Assembly passed in 2016 went into effect during the summer, but there were some laws that became effective Jan. 1, 2017. Here's a look at some of those laws.
Genga Hails Grant For Manufacturing Center
November 15, 2016Representative Henry Genga joined Senator Tim Larson and Representative Jason Rojas in welcoming a $3 million grant approved Tuesday by the State Bond Commission to assist Goodwin College with the start-up costs for its Advanced Manufacturing Project Center that furthers the integration goals of the Sheff vs. O’Neill decision.
Genga Praises Deal to Keep Sikorsky in Connecticut
September 28, 2016Rep. Henry Genga announces the General Assembly's approval of an agreement with Lockheed Martin to keep its Sikorsky Aircraft headquarters and facilities in Connecticut until at least 2032.
Genga Receives East Hartford Youth Award
June 3, 2016Recognizing dedication and service to the children of East Hartford, town officials have given the 2016 Service to Youth award to Rep. Henry Genga.