Bills Passed in Session, April 22nd
May 4, 2022It makes quite the difference being back with my colleagues, being able to talk about legislative proposals and try to help build more support where needed. Here is a list of some of the bills that we passed in the House.
Reproductive Freedom Defense Act
May 4, 2022
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Environment Committee Bills
April 26, 2022On Monday, March 28, the Environment Committee voted on several bills to advance to the floor of the House or Senate.
I voted “yes” on the following bills:
Supporting Workforce Development For CT's Adult-Use Cannabis Industry
March 21, 2022I joined the United Food and Commercial Workers (UCFW) union to discuss the importance of worker protections and workforce development in the state’s newly emerging cannabis industry. It was an honor to stand with colleagues for Union jobs, with the great State Senators Julie Kushner and Jorge Cabrera, and the amazing State Representatives Robyn Porter and Travis Simms, and Mr. Luis Vega (educator/advocate).
Equal Pay Day & COVID Update
March 16, 2022Equal pay is a matter of justice, fairness, and dignity — it is about living up to our values and who we are as a Nation.
Endometriosis Awareness Month & COVID Update
March 15, 2022March is Endometriosis Awareness Month! It's estimated that 1 in 10 individuals with a uterus experience endometriosis. Raising awareness of the disease and ensuring individuals have access to quality care is so important.
Gas Price Gouging
March 9, 2022Connecticut and the nation have seen gas prices increase at an alarming rate during this time of global unrest and the effect of market volatility on commodity prices.