Black and Latino Course Studies
February 3, 2021I am pleased to share that Connecticut is moving forward with a more comprehensive curriculum that includes African American/Black and Puerto Rican/Latino Course Studies and their contributions to the rich history of the United States.
Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds
February 1, 2021I am pleased to report that Bridgeport will receive $40,569,188 in Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds (ESSER II) as part of the second CARES act that passed in December 2020.
Vaccine Phase 1B Rollout Update
January 21, 2021The State of Connecticut is expecting about 45,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses on a weekly basis from the federal government. We now know that the State will be taking a tiered approach in Phase 1B as we work to vaccinate the nearly 1.4 million people in the recently updated Phase 1B category.
Vaccine Scheduling Open
January 14, 2021Scheduling has been opened for individuals in Phase 1B of the vaccination rollout - currently, Phase 1B is set to include individuals 75 and older; certain essential workers; and individuals and staff in congregate living settings.
Opening Day Of The 2021 Legislative Session
January 8, 2021The 2021 legislative session has officially begun, and I am honored to be sworn in to represent the good people of Bridgeport!
Restaurant Recovery Grant
December 22, 2020Approximately 1,500 to 2,000 small and mid-size businesses that have been hurt by the pandemic will receive funds beginning New Year's Eve.
Black and Latino Studies Curriculum
December 14, 2020Connecticut will be the first state in the nation to require all high schools to offer courses on African-American, Black, Puerto Rican, and Latino studies. High schools will be required to offer these courses by Fall 2022.
Scholarships For Students With Incarcerated Family Member
December 8, 2020The Connecticut Children with Incarcerated Parents Initiative (CTCIP), which is housed at Central Connecticut State University’s Institute for Municipal and Regional Policy, is currently accepting applications for scholarships.