Advocating for More Maternal Health Resources
June 19, 2023I joined Senator Richard Blumenthal and local advocates of maternal health to talk about the high rates of maternal mortality that women in this country face, especially Black women. Sen. Blumenthal is pushing for $1 billion to put towards resources to solve the Black maternal health crisis in Connecticut and the U.S.
The Budget We Passed Promotes Fiscal Stability & Responsibility
June 7, 2023After months of negotiations, yesterday the House of Representatives delivered a state budget that includes the largest income tax cut in the state’s history and significant increases in funding for local schools, also known as Education Cost Sharing (ECS) funds.
Connecticut's Minimum Wage Increase
May 26, 2023We did it!
The state’s minimum wage will increase from $14.00 to $15.00 per hour beginning Thursday, June 1, 2023.
Honoring Former Pardon and Paroles Chair Carleton Giles
May 18, 2023On Wednesday, community activist Barbara Fair, myself, and members of the social justice community gathered at the Legislative Office Building to honor former Connecticut Board of Pardons & Paroles Chairperson and current board member Carleton Giles.
The House of Representatives Passed Early Voting
May 5, 2023Connecticut voters asked the legislature for more voting options through a constitutional amendment on early voting that they overwhelmingly approved, and we are answering the call.
Legislation Passed In The House This Week
May 5, 2023ICYMI: Below is a list of bills the House passed this week.
Legislation Passed In The House This Week
April 28, 2023ICYMI: Below is a list of bills the House passed this week.
Celebrating My Father's 80th Birthday in the House Chamber
April 27, 2023Thursday's session was very special to me because it was my father, Robert Porter's 80th birthday, and I brought him and my sister to the Capitol to celebrate where the entire chamber wished him well.
I thank everyone for their well wishes!