Weekly Updates & Local Happenings
March 8, 2024This year the 100% Disabled Veteran's Tax Exempt bill will be taken up in Finance Committee, I hope to see, have and help Veterans, Family Members and Advocates come out in support when the bill is heard during the Finance Committee meeting.
Weekly Updates & Local Happenings
March 1, 2024I was honored to be part of an amazing panel discussion to celebrate Black History Month at New London High School Multi-Magnet Campus we talked about what Black history meant to us, who are important Black History Heroes, and other exciting topics. We then broke up into discussion groups to share life experiences Thank you, to Kevin Booker, Jr. - New London Parking Authority Commissioner Principal Bryan Mayhon for this great event.
Weekly Updates & Local Happenings
February 23, 2024Clip of the recent Appropriations Meeting in Hartford. I was able to ask questions of concerns in regards to Education funding and share an opinion on how we look at the issues & emergencies of our residents. How and if we're able to re-evaluate the guard rails and/or volatility cap in order to share more of our surplus to help with the priorities like housing issues, education, homelessness etc etc.
Weekly Updates & Local Happenings
February 16, 2024Connecticut's 29th Colored Regiment was the first all-black regiment in Connecticut and consisted of more than 900 enlisted men who volunteered to fight in the American Civil War.
Millions Approved for Home Heating Assistance
February 14, 2024Today we approved $17 million in additional cold weather heating assistance funds – many residents and families who receive assistance through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) or Operation Fuel will have access to funds to ensure they can heat their homes through the cold weather season.
Weekly Updates & Local Happenings
February 9, 2024Wednesday marked the first day of the 2024 legislative session. This year is a short session that runs from early February to early May to do the people’s work. Looking forward to the work ahead this year. Greatly appreciate representing the State’s 39th District City of New London, Connecticut
Weekly Updates & Local Happenings
February 2, 2024This weekend I joined Engaging Heaven Church New London for the first service after the collapse of the church. They had a great spirit filled service thanks to the gratitude of the Garde Arts Center.
Please Join Me Tomorrow!
January 30, 2024A final reminder that on Wednesday, Jan. 31 from 5:30-7pm, I will join the New London and Groton delegation for a pre-session legislative town hall at the Public Library of New London (63 Huntington St, New London). We will highlight past bills, discuss the upcoming legislative session, and talk about our legislative priorities and yours. I hope to see you there!