Passed Budget Highlights
June 3, 2019We passed a balanced 2-year budget for Connecticut out of the House of Representatives last night. While it does not go far enough in embracing a more equitable, publicly-supported, fair-share budget that we advocated hard for, it is indeed a significant step closer to a fairer, stable and fiscally responsible budget than we have had in a generation.
Paid Family Leave Passes
May 31, 2019After many hours of debate over the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) legislation, the House of Representatives passes the bill, which has already been approved by the Senate.
Celebrating Good Change Together!
May 30, 2019Styrofoam food containers and coffee cups fill our landfills and pollute our parks, waterways and beaches. Last week the House approved legislation HB 5384 to ban restaurants and caterers from providing Styrofoam as to-go containers for customers.
Minimum Wage Increase Signed into Law
May 28, 2019Hard-working families in Connecticut got a boost today with Gov. Lamont signing legislation to increase the state’s minimum wage. I believe anyone working a full-time job should earn enough to support themselves and their family. This legislation is a step in the right direction.
Bills Protecting our Environment Pass Today
May 23, 2019House Passes Bills Protecting our Environment, Including HB 5314 and HB 5251
Rolling Out Legislation to Reduce Healthcare Costs
May 23, 2019Governor Lamont, Comptroller Lembo, and Legislative Leaders Announce Major Health Care Improvements to Lower Costs for Families, Nonprofits, and Small Businesses: The Connecticut Option
Title Protection for Social Workers Passes House
May 20, 2019HB 7198 passes the House of Representatives.
House Passes Mental Health Bill
May 20, 2019The House of Representatives unanimously votes to approve legislation mandating insurance coverage for mental health and treatment of substance abuse.