Lemar Applauds Arts Grants For New Haven
May 18, 2018Rep. Roland Lemar joined his New Haven colleagues in the House in hailing the announcement of a total of $125,000 in federal grants awarded in support of New Haven arts organizations.
Victory For Student Dreamers In Connecticut
April 25, 2018The House and Senate have approved legislation giving students who lack legal immigration status the right to access a student-generated financial aid pool. I’ve been a lead sponsor of this legislation for a long time and I am thrilled that it has finally passed. It’s common-sense legislation. Congrats to our Dreamers.
Marking 50th Year Of Fair Housing Act
April 11, 2018I was proud to join officials from around the state today to mark the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act. Since the enactment of the federal law, Connecticut has made some progress toward ensuring that our residents have access to housing in every corner of the state, but more clearly needs to be done.
Deadline Coming For Heating Assistance
March 27, 2018We are closing in on the deadline to apply for heating assistance. Don't wait to the last minute. If you are eligible for home heating assistance, this program may help you. The general deadline for applications is May 1, 2018, however, eligible households that are subject to a shut-off notice by a utility for heating bills have an extended deadline of May 15.
Women, Families Need Financial Security
March 23, 2018Connecticut’s ability to thrive is dependent upon the state of our working families, the state of our economy and the state of our communities. We can invest in the success of our families and our businesses by addressing the economic disparities present in our state and creating equitable opportunities for everyone.
Legislation Needed To Stop Gun Violence
February 8, 2018This week I joined my colleagues at a press conference in New Haven to announce new legislation to combat gun violence and make our communities safer. The legislation includes a ban on so-called ghost guns and bump stocks, a device used in the killing of 58 people last year in Las Vegas.
Democratic Values Agenda
February 6, 2018House and Senate Democrats unveil the Democratic Values Agenda for the 2018 legislative session.
Statewide Flu Shot Clinics This Saturday
January 25, 2018To reduce the spread of the flu virus, the state Department of Public Health is working with local health departments to provide free and low cost influenza vaccines across the state on Saturday, Jan. 27. The clinic closest to our area is at East Shore Health District: 688 East Main St. Orchard Research Park, Branford.