Improving Fiscal Outlook For Connecticut
December 8, 2022I am pleased to report that responsible budgeting and major structural changes made to pension and teachers' retirements plans are putting Connecticut on much more solid fiscal ground and saving taxpayers billions in debt payments.
Special Session - More Tax Relief for CT Families
December 1, 2022With many families in Connecticut facing added financial strain due to rising prices, the legislature went into special session earlier this week to provide some relief. A bipartisan bill passed by the General Assembly and signed into law by Governor Lamont extends the current suspension of the gasoline tax, provides additional funding for energy assistance programs, and continues premium pay for frontline workers.
Trans Awareness Week & More
November 17, 2022Please find below a few updates including latest Covid stats and other items that I thought you would find helpful.
Aid for Those Experiencing Homelessness & More
November 15, 2022A recent report detailed that throughout Connecticut there was an increase of 13% in overall homelessness from 2021 to 2022. In Fairfield County alone, the housing waitlists continue to grow and the choices for those with mobility issues is limited.
Veterans Day/Covid Update
November 10, 2022As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 10, 2022
November 3 COVID-19 Update
November 3, 2022As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 3, 2022:
$46.6 Million to Support Small Business Growth in CT
November 1, 2022The state has announced a five-year, $46.6 million investment to expand small business assistance programs across Connecticut, specifically supporting small business owners who may have previously experienced barriers to accessing financial support. This initiative will also support startup businesses, which is great news for our economy.
Temporary PSLF Program Waiver Ends October 31
October 27, 2022Thousands of Connecticut residents have dedicated their careers to public service. The federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program recognizes this choice with complete student loan cancellation after 10 years of public service work and loan payments.