Liquor Bill Signed Into Law
June 5, 2019Governor Lamont signed legislation this week that makes significant changes to the state’s liquor laws.
House Adopts State Water Plan
June 5, 2019Water is our most precious natural resource and must be protected and preserved for future generations. In the past Connecticut has not had a cohesive policy, so my colleagues and I in the House of Representatives took a significant step forward to safeguard our water supply.
Supporting our Small Businesses: Liquor Law Changes
June 3, 2019I am proud of legislation that passed with overwhelming support in both the House and Senate regarding Connecticut’s rapidly growing craft beer, wine, and cider industries. In a few short years these industries have grown from a few hundred jobs to several thousand and generate millions for the state economy.
Passed Budget Highlights
June 3, 2019We passed a balanced 2-year budget for Connecticut out of the House of Representatives last night. While it does not go far enough in embracing a more equitable, publicly-supported, fair-share budget that we advocated hard for, it is indeed a significant step closer to a fairer, stable and fiscally responsible budget than we have had in a generation.
Paid Family Leave Passes
May 31, 2019After many hours of debate over the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) legislation, the House of Representatives passes the bill, which has already been approved by the Senate.
Celebrating Good Change Together!
May 30, 2019Styrofoam food containers and coffee cups fill our landfills and pollute our parks, waterways and beaches. Last week the House approved legislation HB 5384 to ban restaurants and caterers from providing Styrofoam as to-go containers for customers.
Minimum Wage Increase Signed into Law
May 28, 2019Hard-working families in Connecticut got a boost today with Gov. Lamont signing legislation to increase the state’s minimum wage. I believe anyone working a full-time job should earn enough to support themselves and their family. This legislation is a step in the right direction.
Bills Protecting our Environment Pass Today
May 23, 2019House Passes Bills Protecting our Environment, Including HB 5314 and HB 5251