Steve Weir

Rep. Weir Appointed to Connecticut Career Pathways Commission

Today the Connecticut Career Pathways Commission concluded their 2026 meetings, which began in mid-May. "I want to thank Democrat Majority Leader Jason Rojas for appointing me to the commission and for the opportunity to bring my industry knowledge and work ethic to the group," Rep. Weir said. "I am truly honored to serve in this capacity alongside a distinguished group of lawmakers, business industry and state leaders, educational representatives, and advocates." The commission, chaired by Miguel Cardona former U.S. Secretary of Education, was created to improve the connection between education and career pathways across the state with the goal of ensuring students and workers have access to high-quality, industry-aligned pathways that lead to good careers.

Rep. Weir Discusses 2026 Session with Hebron Residents During Legislative Update

Wednesday afternoon’s legislative update in Hebron covered quite a bit. State Representative Steve Weir discussed what happened during this most recent legislative session, the committees he serves on (Labor, Housing, and Higher Ed) and the types of bills and issues they typically review, the importance of establishing bipartisan relationships to get things accomplished, electricity costs, the fiscal significance of the state's guardrails when it comes to spending and paying down pension debt, housing, landlords and our state budget. Additionally, the meeting covered some items from the Major Public Acts .

CONNECTICUT FARM RECOVERY AND SUPPORT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM IS NOW OPEN

Connecticut farmers seeking to apply for the Farm Recovery and Support Block Grant due to losses suffered (crop production, infrastructure, and future economic losses, etc.) because of severe and unseasonable weather events back in 2023 and 2024 can now do so. Round one will be open until October 7, 2026. Information and Application can be found here .

Rep. Weir Joined Community Members and Municipal Employees for Ribbon Cutting of New Turf Fields in Glastonbury

It truly is a small world. During yesterday's ribbon cutting to unveil the new Multisport Turf Fields at Glastonbury High School, State Representative Steve Weir bumped into KC Warren and Jason Albert, who were a couple of his old classmates back in 1992. KC is the head coach for the boys’ soccer team and Jason works as the Park Maintenance Supervisor with the Parks and Recreation Department. "These fields will not only provide our local and high school athletes with a top-notch place to come together and practice/play, but a space where they will most certainly build and develop the types of important life skills they will use throughout the rest of their lives," Rep. Weir said. Amazing work by everyone involved to get these athletic fields to where they are today.

Rep. Weir Joins Rep. Barry for Tour of Glastonbury Library and 2CF Studio

Need a projector for your next party? How about a karaoke machine or maybe some yard games? How about a metal detector or telescope? Our public libraries have come a long way from the days of card catalogs, microfiche, and the quiet, hushed spaces many of us remember growing up with. Today, borrowing items like these is just one of the ways our local libraries are transforming. In addition to the traditional book borrowing, they offer educational resources, public programs, and spaces where people of all ages can gather, learn, connect, and explore. Yesterday, thanks to Library Director Amy Cadieux, State Representative Jill Barry and I had an opportunity to see what makes Welles-Turner Memorial Library in Glastonbury unique and have an opportunity to explore their 2CF Studio (added during the 2022 renovation). Their makerspace area is incredible. It features 3D printers, desktop CNC machine, laser cutter, poster printer, laminator, embroidery machine, sewing machines, and more. They offer a variety of classes, training, and are open to anyone interested in trying out some of their equipment. To learn more, visit their website here .