Despite what you hear from the familiar anti-Connecticut talking points, we are working hard to make sure our state is welcoming and supportive to all businesses, small and large.

During the 2017 legislative session, the legislature passed a bill that will create a "Connecticut-made" logo that will allow consumers to easily know the product they are using originated in our state.

Emphasizing that closer oversight of the state’s financial assistance programs for business is needed, Rep. Jason Rojas led the House in unanimously passing legislation that provides more scrutiny of business incentives and protects taxpayer dollars. In this email to some constituents, Rep. Rojas talks about the legislation.

This week is National Small Business Week! Throughout this session, we have continued to support Connecticut’s small businesses by passing bills that provide them with the necessary tools and resources they need to succeed.

Legislators in the House of Representatives voted Wednesday in favor of a bill that expands access to the angel investor tax credit program to businesses in any industry, will help more small businesses gain access to the capital they need to grow and create jobs.

Running a small business is hard work. We must continue to give entrepreneurs the tools and resources they need to succeed. That is why this year, we have introduced two bills that will help small businesses:

Great news for business expansion and job creation in the East Hartford/Manchester area. Cyient, an aerospace company, is expanding its operations and plans to add 85 full-time jobs over the next three years.

I'm pleased to have attended the 2017 Connecticut Dairy Summit at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford. The dairy industry is one of my District's most important assets.