Kara Rochelle

State Representative Kara Rochelle (D – Ansonia/Derby) is encouraging Valley landlords with tenants behind on rent and tenants who are struggling to catch up on rent payments due to the COVID-19 pandemic to apply for emergency rent relief through UniteCT.

This Saturday marks 20 years since the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center towers, the Pentagon, and Flight 93 in Pennsylvania.

First responders are integral to the health and safety of our community. Here is a look at legislation passed this session to support first responders.

State Representative Kara Rochelle (D – Ansonia, Derby) will be awarded the Connecticut State Firefighters Association's (CSFA) 2021 Legislative Award during the association's 138th Annual Statewide Convention on September 18 at the Labella Vista Pavilion in Waterbury, Conn.

I want to share some breaking news regarding efforts to curb car thefts: starting today, September 1, the CT Judicial Branch will provide police departments with 24/7 access to juvenile arrest records to help curb car thefts and break-ins. 

Healthcare remains a top priority for me. There were numerous wins this session to help expand access to high-quality, affordable healthcare.

This session, there were numerous wins for working families, education, small businesses, healthcare, and more. Here is a look at bills that help our veterans.

On Friday, August 20 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., join the Derby Legislative Delegation at the Valley Diner, 636 New Haven Ave., Derby, for a Legislative Coffee Hour! This is a great way for you to connect with Senator Cabrera, me, State Representatives Nicole Klarides-Ditria and Mary Welander to discuss the issues that matter most to you.