Helping Bridgeport become a recognized leader in renewable energy
June 6, 2017Legislation that will pave the way for Bridgeport to become a national model for the reuse of waste heat passed out of the House of Representatives Tuesday in a 100-51 vote. House Bill 6304 seeks to establish a pilot program in Bridgeport to test-drive thermal district heating technology.
Bridgeport receives funding for city projects
May 12, 2017State Rep. Andre Baker and the Bridgeport legislative delegation are pleased to announce the approval of funding for various projects in Bridgeport. Bridgeport received over $6 million for various projects including continuing renovations to Housatonic Community College, a grant for Southwest Community Health Center and improvements to the public library. The House of Representatives also passed the mixed-martial arts and boxing bill that will help bring events to the city, and the pension bill that will save city taxpayers millions of dollars on pensions.
Bridgeport Day
March 29, 2017Please join us for Bridgeport Day at the State Capitol! It is always a successful event that lets us highlight our city and promote visits to our family friendly attractions.
Special Interest “Dark Money”
March 28, 2017The Legislature’s GAE Committee voted on a bill to shine a spotlight on dark money in political campaigns. Transparency is our guiding principle. The unending flow of dark money undermines the Connecticut's Citizens' Election Program. CEP was specifically designed to keep outside money out of our elections.
Walter E. Luckett Jr. Sneaker Donation
March 21, 2017The Walter E. Luckett Jr. Sneaker Donation is one example of the many excellent things going on at the Ralphola Taylor Community Center.
Tell Congress: Leave Our Retirement Alone!
February 22, 2017Congressional Republicans are seeking to pass a law blocking regulations put into effect by the federal Department of Labor that allowed for Connecticut’s historic program.
Baker Elected Vice Chair Of NBCSL District 1
January 10, 2017Representative Andre Baker is pleased to announce that he was elected Vice-Chair of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators District 1 for 2017-2019.
Baker Appointed Assistant Majority Leader
January 10, 2017Rep. Baker was appointed Assistant Majority Leader and received committee assignments.