Hilda E. Santiago

The state Department of Revenue Services (DRS) over-reached, or misinterpreted, the state budget and unilaterally expanded the sales tax.

A standard driver’s license will no longer be adequate for domestic air travel or entering certain federal buildings after October 1, 2020.

We passed important new laws last session to make sure our kids get the best education possible.

Back to school season serves as a reminder that the cold months of winter are fast approaching and many residents across the state will be in need of assistance to pay their heating bills.

Summer is coming to a close and kids will soon be heading back to school. To help working families prepare – and save – Connecticut offers its annual Sales Tax Free Week. From Sunday, August 18 through Saturday, August 24, you can save on clothing and footwear - and send your kids back to school in style! 

Meriden's 52nd Puerto Rican Festival is coming up Sunday, August 4 at Hubbard Park and I joined with my colleagues, friends and local officials for our Puerto Rico flag raising ceremony at City Hall!

Meriden's 52nd Puerto Rican Festival is coming up Sunday, August 4 at Hubbard Park and ahead of the celebration, we will host a Puerto Rico flag raising ceremony.

With a heat wave expected to hit the state in the next few days and more hot days ahead, it is critical to take proper safety measures during this humid and hot period and throughout the summer season.