Posted on March 28, 2024
Early voting was approved by Connecticut voters in 2022. During the 2023 legislative session, the General Assembly authorized in-person early voting for elections held after April 1, 2024. Under this schedule, the first election utilizing early voting will be the Presidential Preference Primary on April 2, 2024.
The early voting dates for this election have been modified to reflect the Good Friday holiday and Easter Sunday. Early Voting will be held Tuesday, March 26 through Thursday, March 28…
Posted on March 14, 2024
On Friday, I had the opportunity to participate in one of the most enjoyable aspects of my role as a state representative, Read Across America Day. This year, I read “Hooray for Hats” to Ms. Scrittorale’s Pre-K classroom at Edgewood Elementary School.
I’d like to thank the teachers and administrators for all their hard work in promoting the importance of reading in a fun and enjoyable way and for inviting me to be a part of this fun-filled annual event. It is always a pleasure to join their efforts…
Posted on February 1, 2024
In preparation for the 2024 legislative session, my House Republican colleagues unveiled our legislative proposals that maintain the state’s fiscal stability while also making Connecticut a more affordable place to live. Within the affordability-focused proposals are two main topics – “Security and Service” which cover a variety of issues.
SECURITY
Responding to your public safety concerns
Protecting your pocketbook
Defending you from government overreach
SERVICE
Make state government responsive,…
Posted on January 30, 2024
Many of you are aware that State Senator Henri Martin, Rep. Joe Hoxha, and I host monthly coffee hours at Rodd’s Restaurant on the first Friday of every month, but for those of you who weren’t aware, or haven’t had an opportunity to come and meet with us, I’d like to encourage you to stop by this Friday morning.
With the 2024 legislative session just a little over a week away, I’d like to hear any thoughts and/or concerns you may have on any of the topics the legislature is most likely to address…
Posted on January 24, 2024
Posted on January 17, 2024
State Rep. Joe Hoxha, State Senator Henri Martin, and I will be hosting a Pre-Session Legislative Update at the Bristol Public Library on Thursday, January 25.
If you would like to catch up with me or my colleagues, have questions about state government, are experiencing an issue with a state agency, or have comments you’d like to share, I hope that you will consider stopping by.
Posted on January 9, 2024
HARTFORD – State Representatives Cara Pavalock-D’Amato (R-77), Joe Hoxha (R-78), Mary Fortier (D-79) and State Senator Henri Martin (R-31) will be hosting an informational forum on ArrayRX, a free digital discount card that will help seniors save on their medications.
Representatives from the state’s comptroller’s office will provide a presentation on the program and answer any questions seniors may have.
Posted on January 2, 2024
TAX CUTS
The state budget, adopted in June, cuts the bottom two marginal income tax rates for all filers from 3% to 2% and from 5% to 4.5%. Income taxes on the first $50,000 in taxable income will be lowered for single filers and married people filing separately, $100,000 for joint filers, and $80,000 for heads of household. January 1 is also the start of easing the cliff on income tax exemptions for retirement income. The new budget adds a tax deduction schedule for retirement income above the full…
Posted on December 5, 2023
BRISTOL – Bristol State Representatives Cara Pavalock-D’Amato (77th) and Joe Hoxha (R-78th) will volunteer to raise money for in-need residents by collecting for the Salvation Army at the Bristol Stop & Shop on December 12.
The Bristol delegation will stop by the store and ring the bell for a good cause to help make the fundraising event a success. The Salvation Army responds to natural disasters such…
Posted on November 8, 2023
State Senator Henri Martin, State Rep. Joe Hoxha and I will be hosting an Electric Vehicle Information Forum designed to provide further insight into a plan to prohibit the sale of all new gas-powered vehicles by 2035.
The Regulation Review Committee will review such a proposal by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) at an upcoming meeting scheduled for November 28th.
While we all support improving our environment within reasonable means, this proposed mandate, built on an…