Tax Credits & $290K in Grants for the Community
February 3, 2023At their December meeting, CT Humanities (CTH) awarded more than $8.5M in operating support grants from the CT Cultural Fund (CCF) - approved in the budget I voted yes on last session - to non-profit museums and cultural, humanities, and arts organizations throughout the state.
My Absence & Staying Up-to-Date with Session
January 27, 2023On Wednesday, January 4 - Opening Day of Session - I stood to take the oath of office for my second term, and then immediately left to sit next to my beloved mother, Martha “Marti” Barrett as she passed away after many years of health struggles.
Improving Fiscal Outlook for CT
December 9, 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.
More Tax Relief for CT Families
December 2, 2022To continue our efforts in easing the burden on families, my colleagues and I Monday, voted to extend sweeping tax relief for the state, provide additional funding for energy assistance programs, and continue premium pay for frontline workers.
Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving
November 23, 2022Whether you are traveling to a destination, or staying home for a feast, I wish you all a joyous day with loved ones to reflect on what we are thankful for.
Winter Resources for the Community
November 18, 2022We are all so grateful for you and what you’ve given to our communities, our state, and our country.
$7.2M in Grants for Small Businesses
October 28, 2022I am excited to share that the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is slated to receive $7.2 million in grant funding, which it will use to build a more equitable entrepreneurial ecosystem and a more resilient small business landscape in Greater New Haven.