HARTFORD – On Friday, April 5^th, Torrington Middle School students visited the State Capitol Complex as part of their civics unit. The students were able to tour the Legislative Office Building, where most of the legislature’s hearings and committee work takes place, as well as the State Capitol. The group visited the Senate Chamber, where they were greeted by State Rep. Jay Case and State Sen. Lisa Seminara. The group then went to the House Chamber where they were able to ask lawmakers basic questions…

April is World Autism Month. Join us in spreading awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), what resources are available, and to dismantle negative stigma that can be associated with it. Our caucus will continue to strive to craft policies, similar to P.A. 23-137 that eliminated wait lists for services and expanded autism Medicaid waivers, that promote a more inclusive society.

Resources available:

>>>DPH, Connecticut Collaborative to Improve Autism Services (Click Here)

>>>DSS, Autism Spectrum…

HARTFORD – Engineering students from Oliver Wolcott Technical High School made a trip to the State Capitol on Wednesday, March 27. The students had the opportunity to engage in the legislature’s annual “Manufacturing Day” that showcases job opportunities and programs available to Connecticut students who are interested in manufacturing.

“I appreciated meeting with the students who made the trip out to Hartford from Torrington. Manufacturing is quickly growing industry within the state and the opportunities…

Winsted – State Rep. Jay Case (R-Winsted) was at Mary P. Hinsdale Elementary School on Monday morning to participate in Read Across America. This annual event was inspired by Dr. Seuss’ birthday and is a campaign to get children interested in reading.

“It was enlightening seeing all the students interacting with the story I read to them today. I read, ‘Do Not Lick This Book,’ which is a great story about the microorganisms that are on all sorts of objects we come across on a daily basis. This ties…

HARTFORD – State Representative Jay Case (R-Winsted) participated in the ARC’s Family Hearing Day at the Legislative Office Building. The annual advocacy day started with a legislative breakfast, hosted by the CT Council on Developmental Disabilities, where lawmakers gave remarks on the importance of state services available and accessible to those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

“This is an important event that’s held annually, allowing families and advocates to tell their stories,”…

Hartford – Republicans unveiled several ways in which the state can begin to address the rate hike adjustment proposals that have recently been requested by Connecticut’s energy utilities. These rate hikes come at time when residents and businesses are facing record-setting levels of inflation.

You can watch the news conference by clicking here.

The proposals aim to:

• limit all future Power Purchase Agreements so that no contract can be for more than 100% over the wholesale electric market price

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HARTFORD – Students from Torrington Christian Academy were at the Capitol on Wednesday, February 21. The group, comprised of 4th and 5th graders, toured the entire Capitol Complex, including the Legislative Office Building. The group had the opportunity to observe legislative meetings and met with State Rep. Jay Case in the House Chamber. Rep. Case explained to the group how new state laws are made and how each legislator casts their votes. “It’s wonderful to see such engaged students. I really appreciated…

HARTFORD – House Republican Leader Vin Candelora (R-86) recently appointed Torrington’s Nicole Milo to serve on the state’s Council on Developmental Services. The council provides recommendations to the governor and General Assembly on the overall effectiveness of the programs and services administered through Department of Developmental Services (DDS). According to Candelora, Milo will be integral in helping the council form recommendations that seek to eliminate barriers preventing residents with…