Monday is Memorial Day

May 23, 2025



 

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Dear Neighbor,

I am proud to share that one of my bills, SB 1542 - AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF HANDCUFFS ON YOUNG CHILDREN, has unanimously passed in the Senate. This bill will raise the age for arrest of a child under certain circumstances, from ten to twelve years in 2026, and from twelve to fourteen years in 2028, and restrict the use of handcuffs on children under fourteen years of age.

The experience of getting arrested can carry a heavy mental toll, and the impact is even worse for young individuals. This is a common sense change that will be incredibly beneficial. 

Thank you to everyone who has supported this bill throughout the legislative process, especially Senator Winfield, who was kind enough to give me a shoutout on the Senate Floor.

The bill will now move to the House Floor. 

Monday is Memorial Day. On this day, we remember and honor those who sacrificed everything. 

Norwalk's Annual Memorial Day Parade will take place on Monday, May 26 at 10 AM. Click here to learn more. 
 

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Learning to identify the signs is an important step when seeking help or when trying to help others. Here are some common signs to be aware of:

  • Feeling sad or hopeless
  • Confused thinking or reduced ability to concentrate
  • Excessive fears or worries, or extreme feelings of guilt
  • Extreme mood changes of highs and lows
  • Withdrawal from friends and activities
  • Significant tiredness, low energy or problems sleeping
  • You think about hurting yourself or feel like life isn't worth living

Taking small steps to support your mental health can make a big difference:

  • Take breaks from social media
  • Go outside and relax or be active
  • Connect with others
  • Take care of your body by getting at least 7 hours of sleep, staying physically active, and eating healthy
  • Reduce your alcohol intake and avoid smoking

Click here for local resources for mental health assistance.
 

Medical debt relief is coming to more than 100,000 Connecticut residents!
 
I’m proud to share that the second round of medical debt relief is on the way  — funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and made possible through our partnership with the nonprofit Undue Medical Debt.
 
What to expect:
Keep an eye out for an official letter from Undue Medical Deb. THIS IS NOT JUNK MAIL! There is no application process, no catch, just relief.
 
Who qualifies?

  • Individuals earning up to 400% of the federal poverty level
  • Those whose medical debt equals 5% or more of annual income

This initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to health equity, financial relief, and a more compassionate healthcare system for all Connecticut residents. You can view a sample of what this letter looks like by clicking here.  
 

Coming up at the Capitol! The House will be back in session next week. Stay tuned for key updates, votes, and what’s on the legislative agenda.
 
Here are some great ways to stay informed:

  •  The Connecticut Network (CT-N) provides live, gavel-to-gavel coverage of legislative sessions. You can watch sessions live on Roku, YouTube or their website: https://www.ct-n.com.
  • Connecticut General Assembly's official website offers a Schedule of Events: cga.ct.gov/calendarofevents.asp.
  • Follow Connecticut House Democrats on social media for legislative updates and policy priorities.
 

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