Kate Farrar

Including State Representative Kate Farrar (D – West Hartford) joined a coalition of over 30 legislators to advocate for bold action and for Connecticut to invest in the state's future.

As we all begin to navigate the upcoming virtual legislative session, I wanted to provide you with the resources to ensure your voice is heard. Though COVID-19 has closed the State Capitol and Legislative Office Building to the public, you can still testify and participate in public hearings from your home.

West Hartford was awarded a $233,200 Community Connectivity Grant last week. The funds will be used to upgrade and install accessible pedestrian signal equipment at 15 intersections. Many of these upgrades will be within the 20th House District!

Connecticut’s Phase 1B COVID-19 vaccine roll-out will begin on Monday, January 18, 2021. Residents aged 75 and older can now begin scheduling appointments to receive the vaccine.

Access Health's extended open enrollment period offering quality, affordable plans for 2021 ends this week. The deadline is Friday January 15th at midnight! If you choose a plan during the extension, coverage will begin on February 1, 2021.

The 2021 legislative session will begin moving fairly quickly and I want to remind you that there are several resources available for you to track everything happening at our state capitol.

Qualifying Connecticut families can receive energy assistance to help reduce unpaid utility bill balances through the Operation Fuel Online Portal.

Wednesday's disturbing events at the US Capitol will leave a dark stain on the pages of American history. Incited by our President, extremists stormed the US Capitol in a shocking display of sedition with a blatant disrespect for the rule of law and the institutions of democracy that are the foundation of this country.