Volume 1 of the Porter Post: A voice for the 94th Assembly District
March 5, 2018As we buckle down into the 2018 legislative session, one of my primary focuses is to create an open and honest dialogue with my constituents about the legislation we are working to pass to help build a brighter future for Connecticut. Through The Porter Post, a monthly newsletter, I will keep you up-to-date on our legislative accomplishments.
African-American women legislators nominate Margaret Morton to hall of fame
February 23, 2018In celebration of Black History Month, Connecticut's four current African-American women legislators nominated Margaret E. Morton, the first African-American woman to sit in the state legislature, to the Connecticut Women's Hall of Fame.
New Haven legislators applaud approval of $1M in state funding for r'kids Family Center
February 16, 2018The state Bond Commission approved $1 million in state funding for the r'kids Family Center in New Haven. This funding will be used to create a dedicated visitation space and additional childcare and programming space for the children and families.
Female lawmakers celebrate Roe v. Wade anniversary and announce legislative agenda
January 22, 2018As female legislators gathered Jan. 22 to mark the 45th anniversary of the landmark decision, Roe v. Wade, lawmakers announced their intention to introduce several bills establishing protections for women's health in Connecticut.
Legislature approves changes to Renters' Rebate Program and hospital tax
November 17, 2017Following the legislature’s approval of technical revisions to the bipartisan budget passed last month, older and disabled renters are slated to receive their state refund checks under the Connecticut Renters’ Rebate Program.
Quality child care for working families
November 15, 2017Connecticut families, currently on the wait-list, can start enrolling in the Care 4 Kids program, the state’s primary child care support program. Care 4 Kids helps low- to moderate-income families in Connecticut pay for child-care costs.
Fighting to protect the Citizens' Election Program
October 11, 2017The Citizens' Election Program was implemented to control special interest money and give more people the opportunity to run for elected office. While some legislators are seeking to repeal it under recent budget proposals, state Rep. Robyn Porter said the CEP should remain intact to keep big special interest money out of Connecticut's elections.
Republican budget would have devastating effects on New Haven and Hamden
September 20, 2017If the Republican budget that was narrowly passed in the state Senate and House of Representatives Sept. 16 is adopted, it would have devastating effects on New Haven and Hamden. The Republicans’ two-year $40.68 billion spending package decreases funding to municipalities that need it most and increases aid to affluent suburban towns.