I’m happy to announce Connecticut Community Care in Bristol has been awarded a grant through the state’s Nonprofit Grant Program. While not located in the part of Bristol I represent, this organization and the people it serves is an important resource to the Bristol community.

Grants received through this program are used to help support capital projects. This includes – facility alterations, renovations, improvements, and additions; new construction; health, safety, and Americans with Disabilities…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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.

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.

WHERE:
Bristol Senior Center, 240 Stafford Ave., Bristol

WHEN:
Wednesday, January 24 @1:00…

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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…