Rep. Jason Rojas joined his legislative colleagues and college students in urging the passage of legislation that would make Connecticut more affordable for college graduates. He also supports new legislation that would exempt Social Security benefits from the state income tax.

Rep. Gregg Haddad joined his legislative colleagues and college students in urging the passage of legislation that would make Connecticut more affordable for college graduates. He also supports new legislation that would exempt Social Security benefits from the state income tax.

CT Dollars & Sense is a new on-line portal that provides one website for Connecticut students and parents to find out how to plan, save and pay for college.

I was happy to meet with two students from Western Connecticut State University who came to the Legislative Office Building.

K-8 students can enter the Dream Big! Competition to win a $1000 CHET savings account.

Representative Toni Walker, who cares about students and alumnae of Southern Connecticut State University, held a breakfast meeting to gain more understanding of the issues affecting them.

It's been another busy week in Hartford and I'm pleased to say that I have great news to share!

House Democrats have filed a package of ten bills, mostly focused on encouraging job growth and economic development.