CURRENT NEWS

CIF Funding for Bridgeport, Free Tax Assistance Services, and more

March 13, 2026

It was another productive week at the Capitol, as committees continue to hear testimony on proposed bills in public hearings, and others began to vote on proposed bills to move out of committee. In this week's email, you can read about funding approved by the Community Investment Fund this week for Bridgeport, find information on free tax assistance services, and more.

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Six Triple Eight Event, GPCT Emergency Energy Assistance, and more

March 6, 2026

It was a busy week at the Capitol in committee meetings and public hearings, and hosting an event to honor the women of the Six Triple Eight Battalion. In this week's email, you can read more about the Six Triple Eight event, find information on how to apply for the last Generation Power CT Emergency Energy Assistance Cycle, and more.

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Six Triple Eight Event at the Capitol, SNAP Updated, and more

February 27, 2026

This week at the Capitol, the House was in Session on Thursday, February 26th. We convened to vote on two important bills.

In this week's email, you can read about an important SNAP update in effect this Sunday, find information on how to apply for the last Generation Power CT Emergency Energy Assistance Cycle, and more.

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Six Triple Eight Commemorative Event, WBDC Grants, and more

February 20, 2026

It was another busy week up in Hartford at the Capitol as committees have begun to hold meetings and public hearings.

In this week's email, you can read about an upcoming event at the Capitol to honor the Six Triple Eight, learn about a scholarship opportunity for students, and more.

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Severe Cold Weather Extended, Access Health Special Enrollment, and more

January 30, 2026

The Connecticut General Assembly will start the 2026 Legislative Session next week, on Wednesday, February 4th. I am looking forward to being back in the House Chamber and working for the residents of Bridgeport over the next several months. At any time over the next few months, if you would like to discuss your concerns and issues you hope we address during session, please reach out to me at any time.

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Honoring Dr. MLK Jr., Access Health CT, DSS SNAP Update, and more

January 16, 2026

The Connecticut General Assembly's legislative session is set to begin in the first week of February. As we prepare for the legislative session, I want to hear from you all about what issues matter the most to Bridgeport residents and the community. In this week's email, find information on how you can still apply for Access Health CT coverage, read about an update from the Department of Social Services on SNAP Benefits, and more.

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