Application for Student Loan Debt Relief Now Open
October 20, 2022Earlier this summer, the Biden Administration announced student loan debt relief, and I'm pleased to share that the application is now open!
New Laws Take Effect on October 1
September 29, 2022This weekend, several new laws in Connecticut will go into effect on October 1. These laws are a result of my colleagues' hard work during the 2022 session.
CT Makes Historic Pension Payment
September 27, 2022State Comptroller Natalie Braswell announced that her office will transfer $3.1 billion into the rainy-day fund. This move triggers a statutory mandate that requires a one-time, special payment of $2.8 billion to be made toward the state’s unfunded pension liabilities.
Disability Voting Rights Week
September 15, 2022Voting is one of our nation’s most fundamental rights and a hallmark of our democracy. It is critical that all eligible voters have equal access and opportunity to participate in our electoral process.
National Suicide Prevention Week
September 4, 2022This week we raise awareness and ensure individuals, friends, and families have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide prevention and to seek help.
Suicide prevention begins with all of us. Learn about the risk factors, protective factors, and warning signs of suicide here: https://bit.ly/3qhYJqM
Scam Alert from the Connecticut Department of Labor
August 25, 2022I want to alert you about a recent communication from the Connecticut Department of Labor (CTDOL) on a series of text scams that include links to fake webpages resembling CTDOL unemployment pages, including the unemployment benefits login page.
CT's Sales Tax Free Week Starts Sunday!
August 18, 2022Connecticut's 2022 Sales Tax Free Week is August 21 through August 27. This is a great opportunity to take the kids back-to-school shopping or to treat yourself or your loved ones while saving. Many retailers in Connecticut offer additional discounts on clothing and footwear during Sales Tax Free Week, offering consumers even more savings.
Supporting CT's Hospitality Industry
August 11, 2022The State has launched a grant program to help hospitality businesses recover from COVID-19.