Posted on September 15, 2023
The CT Dept. of Veterans Affairs will be hosting STAND DOWN 2023 on Friday, September 22, from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., to provide access to a range of programs and services offered by state and federal agencies, Veterans organizations, and community-based non-profits at these regional sites across the State.
The regional sites include:
Posted on August 15, 2023
Beginning Sunday, August 20, and concluding on Saturday, August 26, clothing items and footwear sold in Connecticut (under $100 per item) will be exempt from the state’s sales tax. This tax holiday was established by the Connecticut General Assembly and will be celebrated for the 23rd time this year.
This is a good time to revamp your wardrobe or take your students back to school shopping. The exemption also applies to sales completed on-line.
For additional information on Connecticut Tax Free week,…
Posted on August 11, 2023
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I’m writing to let you know about major regulatory changes that will impact all of us, how to navigate an identity theft issue, and a significant development with the Wild and Scenic Upper Farmington River. The state’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is accepting written comments on two proposed regulations, one that would ban the sales of new gas-powered passenger cars (beginning in 2035) and another that would gradually prohibit the sale of new gas-powered trucks that… |
Posted on August 2, 2023
The Office of Legislative Research (OLR) has published several “Acts Affecting” reports. These reports provide an overview of major topics that the legislature addressed during the 2023 session. Some of these topics include taxes, transportation, and business & jobs.
The entire collection of reports can be viewed by clicking here. A selection of the reports can be found below.
Posted on July 18, 2023
HARTLAND – This morning atop the Goodwin Dam, I joined conservation organizations, the Metropolitan District Commission (MDC), and fellow legislators to hail an important agreement to conserve 5,500 acres of watershed land in Connecticut and Massachusetts. 4,300 acres are in Colebrook and Hartland. The MDC has agreed to grant a conservation easement to the Northwest Connecticut Land Conservancy (NCLC), who have committed $1 million for the purpose. Execution of the easement is contingent on the Connecticut…
Posted on July 17, 2023
Unemployment claim fraud is on the rise – an alarming trend that can be detrimental to one’s identity integrity. The CT Dept. of Labor has several resources available, for both employers and employees, to protect identity and limit instances of fraud. There are also resources to use in the event you believe that you, or your company, may be a victim of fraud.
You can learn more about CTDOL’s Integrity Unit by clicking here.
If you believe you are a victim of a fraudulent claim, you can access the…
Posted on July 11, 2023
New Law is a “Win-Win” for New Hartford Residents
HARTFORD- Today, Senator Lisa Seminara (R-Avon), Representative Mark Anderson (R-New Hartford), and New Hartford First Selectman Daniel Jerram applauded the signing of legislation consolidating the New Hartford Fire District and the Pine Meadow Fire District.
“Public meetings were held with key stakeholders, and it was determined that merging these two districts would better protect New Hartford residents. This new law codifies the merger, and I…
Posted on June 30, 2023
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Several new laws will be taking effect on Saturday, July 1. These laws cover a range of topics, from improving accessibility of developmental programs, further protecting victims of domestic violence, to expanding the eligibility of critical health services. I have highlighted some of the major acts below and encourage you to review all the newly effective laws. |
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Laws Effective July 1st… |
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Accessing Developmental Programs – Individuals with intellectual… |
Posted on June 2, 2023
HARTFORD- Today, Senator Lisa Seminara, Representative Mark Anderson, and New Hartford First Selectman Daniel Jerram applauded the Connecticut General Assembly’s final passage of legislation consolidating the New Hartford Fire District and the Pine Meadow Fire District. The bill now awaits the governor’s signature.
“I thank New Hartford’s First Selectman, Daniel Jerram, for advocating this commonsense bill,” Sen. Seminara said. “He submitted testimony in favor of the bill, noting that in recent years,…
Posted on May 26, 2023
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This is an update from the Capitol and the 62nd Legislative District: bidding farewell to a retiring superintendent of schools, celebrating a trail grant, commemorating Memorial Day, and closing out the legislative session. |
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Memorial Day |
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Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial kick off to summer. More importantly, on Monday we honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Here are commemorations taking place in the 62nd District:… |
