Public Health Care Option Up for Public Hearing
February 8, 2021I’ve heard from you and from many families and businesses throughout the 20th District about the difficulties to access affordable and dependable health care. As a member of the Insurance & Real Estate Committee, I wanted to alert you to an important hearing on Tuesday, February 9 on Senate Bill 842 – An Act Concerning Health Insurance and Health Care in Connecticut.
Black History Month, Community Resources and More
February 5, 2021For the past 45 years, Black History Month has served as a time to recognize and honor the achievements and contributions of Black Americans in our nation's history. It is a time to highlight and celebrate their many and varied roles in our country’s history.
Comptroller Lembo, State Reps. Gilchrest Farrar Hold Community Health Care Forum
February 3, 2021Wednesday evening, Connecticut state Comptroller Kevin Lembo and State Representatives Kate Farrar (D – West Hartford) and Jillian Gilchrest (D – West Hartford) held a virtual community health care forum to engage constituents in a conversation about creating a more equitable health care system in Connecticut.
Rep. Farrar Urges Fair Economic Recovery, Investment in Working, Middle Class Families
February 3, 2021Including State Representative Kate Farrar (D – West Hartford) joined a coalition of over 30 legislators to advocate for bold action and for Connecticut to invest in the state's future.
Testifying During Public Hearing, Healthcare Forum, and more
January 29, 2021As we all begin to navigate the upcoming virtual legislative session, I wanted to provide you with the resources to ensure your voice is heard. Though COVID-19 has closed the State Capitol and Legislative Office Building to the public, you can still testify and participate in public hearings from your home.
West Hartford Receives Community Connectivity Grant, COVID-19 Update
January 22, 2021West Hartford was awarded a $233,200 Community Connectivity Grant last week. The funds will be used to upgrade and install accessible pedestrian signal equipment at 15 intersections. Many of these upgrades will be within the 20th House District!
Vaccines Available to Residents 75+
January 15, 2021Connecticut’s Phase 1B COVID-19 vaccine roll-out will begin on Monday, January 18, 2021. Residents aged 75 and older can now begin scheduling appointments to receive the vaccine.
Hurry! Access Health CT Open Enrollment Ends Jan. 15
January 11, 2021Access Health's extended open enrollment period offering quality, affordable plans for 2021 ends this week. The deadline is Friday January 15th at midnight! If you choose a plan during the extension, coverage will begin on February 1, 2021.