Latino Advocacy Day
March 22, 2019This week, the State Capitol welcomed dozens of Latino organizations from across the state to celebrate the 6th Annual Latino Advocacy Day. I am proud to see the mobilization of the Latino community as they continue raising awareness on issues they are passionate about. Indisputably, advocacy plays a key role in our government and it is encouraging to see how committed our communities are to have their voices heard.
Meriden Census 2020 Kick Off
March 14, 2019I am pleased to have joined with my Meriden legislative delegation, our Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz, Secretary of the State Denise Merrill, our Mayor Kevin Scarpati, local officials, partners, advocates and community organizations to launch our local 2020 Census outreach efforts.
Governor Unveils His Budget Proposal
February 21, 2019The budget presentation is one of the most anticipated events at the State Capitol and Governor Lamont unveiled his Biennial Budget Address during the General Assembly Joint Session.
Summer Intern Tour Guide Position
February 19, 2019Capitol Information and Tours, operated by the League of Women Voters of Connecticut Education Fund, Inc., is now accepting applications for one paid summer intern tour guide position.
Black & Puerto Rican Caucus Rolls out Priorities
February 7, 2019Today, I joined our Black and Puerto Rican Caucus chair and colleague, Rep. Brandon McGee and vice-chair Rep. Geraldo Reyes along with some of our members at a press conference to roll out some of the 2019 legislative priorities.
Small Businesses: Our Legislative Priority
February 5, 2019We are working hard to make it easier to do business in Connecticut.
Emergency Bill to Assist Federal Employees
January 23, 2019For over a month, many federal employees have been reporting to work and performing their duties - without pay. The government shutdown affects at least 1,500 Connecticut workers and they are struggling to pay their bills while they wait for their paychecks to resume.
Resources Available For Federal Employees
January 17, 2019The impact on federal employees from the prolonged government shutdown is increasingly affecting the livelihood of over 1,500 Connecticut residents and their families. Each additional day they work for no pay - child care, mortgages, food and car payments, to name a few, are falling behind and there is no indication for when paychecks will resume.