Heat Protocol, Free Planet Fitness for Teens, and more
June 21, 2024With temperatures soaring, Connecticut's emergency hot weather protocol is now in effect through Sunday. 🌡️☀️
Please stay hydrated, seek shade or air-conditioned spaces, and check on vulnerable neighbors and loved ones. Let's stay safe and cool together! Read on for some critical information about what it means for Connecticut to put the extreme heat protocol into effect.
Upcoming Holidays, Education Scholarship, and more
June 14, 2024If applicable, I encourage you to apply for the Aspiring Educators Diversity Scholarship Program. This program is available for diverse students who graduated from a public high school in an Alliance School District - which the Bridgeport School District is a part of!
Elder Care, Child Care, and more
June 7, 2024The Connecticut Department of Transportation announced a milling and resurfacing project will be performed on Route 113 in Bridgeport and Stratford starting next Sunday, June 16.
The milling segment of the project is expected to be performed Sunday, June 16 through Wednesday, June 19, and the resurfacing segment of this project is expected to be performed Sunday, June 23 through Friday, June 28.
Pride Month and Summer in CT
May 31, 2024Whether you're hiking scenic trails, lounging on beautiful beaches, or enjoying local festivals, there's no shortage of activities to make your summer unforgettable. Get out and explore all that our state has to offer! 🍦🌟
Don’t forget - through the Passport to the Parks program, drivers that have a Connecticut-registered vehicle do not have to pay a fee to park at any state park and forest. Learn more at ctparks.com.
Memorial Day, Healthcare Expansion, and more
May 24, 2024Monday is Memorial Day, a day to remember and honor all whose bravery and service cost them the ultimate sacrifice. While this long weekend presents the opportunity to spend time with our loved ones, it is also a time to pause and reflect on those who gave their lives to protect and preserve our great nation and democracy. I also make sure to take the time to remind myself to live a life that is meaningful and worthy of the sacrifices so many have made. I hope you all have a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.
Fallen Officer Fund, AANHPI Heritage, and more
May 17, 2024Connecticut law enforcement officers have our backs every day. We owe it to them to support their families and stand by them. From now on, if a police officer or trooper is killed in the line of duty in our state, this fund will offer immediate support to their family.
Final Session Update
May 10, 2024And that's a wrap! The Connecticut General Assembly finished our 2024 legislative session at midnight on Wednesday, capping a busy three months of fighting for the people of Connecticut!
Critical Bills Passed in the House
May 3, 2024It has been a busy week at the Capitol, with many bills passed in the House of Representatives. Please read on for some more information on the work we've done.