Posted on April 25, 2024
I joined my colleagues to present our 2024 budget adjustments at the State Capitol during a news conference on Thursday morning. This budget prioritizes spending, creates structural reforms, and comes in $43.5 million under the established spending cap.
To view the news conference, click the image below.
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In addition to maintaining spending and borrowing caps that have kept our state solvent, the budget plan focuses on supporting children at the beginning of their educational… |
Posted on April 16, 2024
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This is a Capitol update with only three weeks to go in the legislative session. During a pause between committee work wrapping up and the sprint to the finish, I was able to support the legislative internship’s mock session at the Capitol and attend events in the village of Riverton. DOT starts a paving project on Route 219 below the Saville Dam in Barkhamsted and New Hartford on Monday. See below for more information. Earth Day is quickly approaching so I have also included some details on… |
Posted on April 8, 2024
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…
Posted on March 19, 2024
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This is a Capitol update including a recent radio interview, a progress report on my Farmington River legislation, and details of early voting. |
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Early Voting 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… |
Posted on March 4, 2024
Establishing an optimum flow regime in the Upper Farmington River remains one of my top priorities. To this end, House Bill 5355 – AN ACT CONCERNING CONSERVATION OF CERTAIN WATERS OF THE UPPER FARMINGTON RIVER, will receive a public hearing on Friday, March 8 starting at 11 a.m. I encourage you to submit written and/or oral testimony. If you testify orally (in-person or Zoom) it should be accompanied by written testimony. The deadline to register is Thursday, March 7 at 3 pm.
Submit oral testimony…
Posted on February 26, 2024
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:
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Posted on February 21, 2024
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Posted on February 2, 2024
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On Thursday morning, House Republicans held a news conference to unveil proposals crafted to make Connecticut a more affordable place to live. These proposals can be found within a larger framework called, “Security & Service.” Guiding principles within the set of proposals will help maintain the state’s fiscal stability while seeking to reduce expenses for Connecticut families, businesses, and individuals. View our news conference by clicking below. |
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Posted on January 3, 2024
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Happy New Year! I wish you and yours health and happiness in 2024. It is a deep honor and a privilege to represent you at the State Capitol. As we welcome the New Year, many new state laws go into effect that may impact you, your family, or your business: Reduction in certain income tax rates…
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Posted on December 21, 2023
Connecticut’s Dept. of Emergency Services and Public Protection has launched the “Bring Me Back Home” program. This initiative encourages those to sign-up to a registry, which can be easily accessed by local law enforcement. The provided information and photo, accessible through the COLLECT criminal justice and safety system, helps first responders and families reunite with individuals living with cognitive challenges, such as Dementia or Autism.
To learn more about the program or to sign-up, click…
