Aimee Berger-Girvalo

What fun returning to my old job and my kids’ old elementary school to read to these awesome kids! So many great questions from the students, and a really fun conversation about how government works, inspired by our book, “Sofia Valdez, Future Prez”, written by Andrea Beatty. Thank you, RPS for giving me the chance to get back to a place and activity I love so much.

Very soon, there will be changes for some of our most vulnerable individuals and families who are on Medicaid. Starting on April 1, the COVID-19 public health emergency protection will be coming to an end. Medicaid enrollees who were continuously covered will again have to provide proof of eligibility to continue getting benefits.

On Wednesday, the Government Administration and Elections Committee heard testimony from advocates supporting legislation allowing Connecticut voters to vote early and access no-excuse absentee voting.

According to the CDC, about 1 in 12 teens experience physical dating violence. Parent involvement is a protective factor to safeguard teens against engaging in risky behaviors. Here are a few tips for parents:

We had a very busy week at the Capitol. The governor gave his state of the state on Wednesday, announcing significant tax cuts for most residents. 
 

I am proud to say that during the 2022 Legislative Session, the Connecticut General Assembly passed the Reproductive Freedom Defense Act, which legally protects medical providers and patients traveling to Connecticut seeking abortion care.

State Rep. Berger-Girvalo and State Senator Julie Kushner presented a citation to Ridgefield High School senior Charlotte Kemp for making the All-American soccer team.  Her leadership on defense has led to 47 career shutouts and earning All-FCIAC, All-State, and All-New England honors. She is an inspiration not only to her teammates and peers, but to the entire town of Ridgefield!

Congratulations to Charlotte, and best of luck at the University of Pennsylvania!

The Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC) announced the next round of the Equity Match Grant Program. The deadline to apply is February 28, 2023.