Legislative Update - 09/20/2024

September 20, 2024


 
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Greetings Community!

I hope you are having a great week. I am happy to share some exciting news regarding Connecticut pension funds that will save taxpayers money now and later. It's  Hispanic Heritage Month! Let's acknowledge and celebrate the creativity and impact of the Hispanic community in West Haven and everywhere else. There is more to check out in this week's newsletter. Keep scrolling.

Have a great weekend,
Treneé
ENCOURAGING RETURNS FROM CT PENSION FUNDS 
Connecticut pension funds generated returns of 11.5% for the most recent fiscal year. That is a gain of $6.7 billion. This outstanding news from Governor Ned Lamont and State Treasurer Erick Russell means we can:
  • Save taxpayers money immediately and in the future
  • Guard against the impact of future down markets
  • Accelerate the steps to pay down inherited legacy pension debt
The continued improvement in Connecticut’s pension fund performance means we can free up revenue to fund valuable economic growth and social programs. We can also dedicate significant investments to childcare, housing, and fixing our aging roads, bridges, and highways.
 
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UPCOMING: SUSTAINAIBILITY AND RESILIENCY WEEK
"The initiative is designed to promote engagement, foster collaboration, and celebrate the progress and innovation being done in the state as the world faces increasingly complex environmental and social challenges. In recent years, the Connecticut state government has been working to implement actions to make the state one of the most resilient in the country, such as taking steps to increase energy efficiency, reduce the state’s carbon footprint, reduce waste, and reduce the costs of government operations. The Sustainability and Resiliency Week events are being organized to encourage more collaboration among partners while also engaging the general public and external organizations in these efforts."

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CELEBRATING HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
This Hispanic Heritage Month, which began Sunday and continues through October 15th, we’re not just celebrating culture - we’re honoring generations of resilience, creativity, and impact.
From art to innovation the Hispanic community continues to shape our world tremendously. Let’s uplift, honor, and keep making history together!
 
 
HONORING WEST HAVEN VIETNAM WAR-ERA VETERANS
I was proud to stand with fellow lawmakers in honoring West Haven's 148 Vietnam War-era veterans during a ceremony at West Haven High School last week. The crowd on hand was wonderful. For more on the ceremony, check out Michael P. Walsh's story in Patch by clicking on the image below.
(photo credit: City Photo/Michael P. Walsh)
 
EARLY VOTING BEGINS OCTOBER 21ST
Since National Voter Registration Day was on Tuesday, this is as good a time as any to remind you about early voting in Connecticut for the upcoming general election on November 5th.

The early voting period in Connecticut begins October 21-31, and Nov 1-3 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 29th and 31st. Please see the flyers below for more details.
The early voting location in West Haven is the City Hall Board of Education side of City Hall 1st Floor Separate Entrance, 355 Main Street.
 
FALL BEGINS SUNDAY
Fall is officially here, and no one does it better. From stunning foliage to apple orchards and cozy fall festivals, our state is the ultimate autumn destination.

As always, if I can ever be of any help, please feel free to contact my office at (860) 240-8585 or by emailing me directly.

Sincerely,

Treneé McGee
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