Danbury's Job Growth Continues Rising
July 20, 2018Connecticut’s economy is seeing significant improvement with jobs being added to the workforce and unemployment at an historic low. According to the state Department of Labor, more than 6,000 jobs were created in June and the Governor reports Connecticut has added more than 12,000 jobs in two months. Private sector employment now stands at more than 111 percent, fully recovering from pre-recession levels.
Downtown Transit Oriented Development Project
June 27, 2018I am pleased to report the approval of funding for transit-oriented development in downtown through a $2 million grant to design and construct downtown sidewalk and streetscape infrastructure improvements along pedestrian routes near the Danbury Train Station.
My dad was a railroad brakeman and his dad was a railroad engineer. To see development around the railroad station makes me remember their lives and legacies. Like me, they would be delighted to see this economic development near the train station, and the jobs and opportunities that come with it.
The Challenge of Economic Reform
May 11, 2018I sat down with journalist Dan Haar to discuss why Connecticut struggles to make dramatic economic reforms.
Legislature Requires Drug Pricing Transparency
May 9, 2018We passed legislation to address the alarming increase in prescription drug prices.
Congrats to Immaculate HS Boy's Basketball
May 5, 2018I presented a citation to Immaculate High School's boys basketball team to congratulate them on their state championship win.
House Passes National Popular Vote Bill
April 27, 2018The House passed a bill that would award all of Connecticut's electoral votes to the winner of the national popular vote.
Funding for Department of Veterans Affairs
April 24, 2018I support restoring $2 million in funding to the state Department of Veterans Affairs.
Forum on Status of CT-N
April 23, 2018I held an informational forum with Sen. Beth Bye to discuss the future of CT-N.