Jillian Gilchrest

If you are experiencing abuse at home, help is available.

Office of Governor Ned Lamont signed an Executive Order so you can apply for a family violence restraining order online. Domestic Violence advocates are available to help, 24/7, confidential & free.

The Connecticut Department of Labor has provided more than $35 million in benefits payments to nearly 104,000 claimants for the week ending April 4. The agency has now processed nearly 133,000 claims of the more than 302,000 the agency has received since March 13.

This morning's event titled "Race and Human Trafficking in Connecticut" covered the disproportionate representation of children of color reported at high risk of or confirmed to be trafficked in the state.

HB 5040 An Act Establishing an Excise Tax on Ammunition has been referred to the Joint Committee on Finance, Revenue and Bonding.

A fellow state representative received a voice mail message I wanted to share and warn IS A SCAM! My colleague called the number for verification and was surprised how professional they seemed on the phone. He was almost ready to offer his credit card information when he suspected it did not make sense.

This January 1st not only marked the beginning of a new year, it also meant the enactment of dozens of new laws and reforms for Connecticut residents.

Low temperatures are expected from now until Saturday Dec. 21. The Governor has activated severe cold weather protocol, which will end at 9 a.m. Saturday.

As we approach the one-year mark of my first term as your State Representative, I want to express my gratitude and offer ways you can connect with me. I look forward to working with you and those in our community to develop policy that will enhance our district and state.