Jillian Gilchrest

The 2022 Legislative Session has come to a close. In this historically short session, we've passed critical pieces of legislation in regards to reproductive rights and children's mental health and backed a $24 billion state budget that offers $600 million in tax cuts for our residents. I am extremely proud of the work that we accomplished to enhance our community and our state. 

As states like Oklahoma continue to enact extreme anti-abortion laws and we anticipate the overturn of Roe v. Wade in June, Connecticut stands at the forefront of protecting reproductive rights.

HB 5001 works to ensure that every child has access to care when they need it. Here are some of the major components.

This week, the House voted to enact legal protections against out-of-state bans and expand the types of providers eligible to perform abortions

The House was in session this week to vote on several important bills. It was a long and productive day and I am proud of the work that we were able to accomplish. I've highlighted some of the legislation we passed below.

We are at the phase in the legislative process where we are working in committees to advance bills to the floor of the House or Senate. For a full list of bills that I have introduced or co-sponsored this session, click here. 

The House passed an emergency-certification that will ease some of the financial burden on Connecticut residents and working families whose wallets and budgets have taken a hit due to rising gas prices and record-breaking inflation levels

This week at the Capitol, the House was in session to vote on legislation regarding absentee ballot eligibility and an extension for outdoor dining.