Posted on March 30, 2021
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Posted on March 29, 2021
In the last year, our government has announced over 5 TN. (trillion) of economic aid in three different stimulus acts to help mitigate the economic impact of COVID. I reiterate below five critical programs with information about eligibility and the application process. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email or call me on 203-571-9325.
1. Unemployment assistance programs and the PUA program – Unemployment assistance (UA) is available for those who lost their job in 2020 and cannot…
Posted on March 17, 2021
GREENWICH – Greenwich State Representatives Kimberly Fiorello and Harry Arora responded to New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker’s comments during a public hearing on Monday where he claimed that Greenwich and other towns actively use their zoning laws and regulations to prevent people of color and low income individuals from moving into their respective communities. The hearing, held by the legislature’s Planning and Development Committee, invited public testimony on several bills related to local zoning.…
Posted on March 16, 2021
My name is Harry Arora and I am the state representative from the 151st district. I am joined today by 905 other residents from Greenwich, Stamford, Norwalk and other towns in Connecticut to testify against SB 171 “An Act Establishing a State-Wide Tax on Real Property”. As you hear me testify please visualize 905 other citizens of Connecticut, who are unable to join in person today. We represent the diverse citizenry of Connecticut – men and women, Democrats, Republicans and Unaffiliated, young and…
Posted on March 15, 2021
My name is Harry Arora and I am the state representative from the 151st district. I am joined today by 905 other residents from Greenwich, Stamford, Norwalk and other towns in Connecticut to testify against SB 1024 “An Act Concerning Zoning Authority, Certain Design Guidelines, Qualifications of Certain Land Use Officials and Certain Disposal Systems”. As you hear me testify please visualize 905 other citizens of Connecticut, who are unable to join in person today. We represent the diverse citizenry…
Posted on March 12, 2021
Two controversial bills before the Finance Committee will result in tax increases for Greenwich residents. The bills that I urge you to oppose are:
Posted on March 12, 2021
A controversial bill (SB 1024) is one of many bills being heard that seeks to remove local control of zoning regulations. I urge you to oppose this bill to protect the autonomy of our municipalities.
The need for more diverse housing in Connecticut needs to be addressed, however the individual needs of each community (including cities, suburbs, and rural areas) must be considered. The effect of this legislative push will:
Posted on March 10, 2021
State Rep. Harry Arora: MAFMC and ASMFC to Hold Public Hearings for Bluefish Allocation and Rebuilding Amendment
STONINGTON- State Rep. Harry Arora wanted to remind his constituents that The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council (Council) and the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (Commission) are seeking public comment on management options under consideration in the Bluefish Allocation and Rebuilding Amendment.
This amendment contains alternatives to:
Posted on March 8, 2021
Dear friends and neighbors,
The number of COVID infections, positivity rate, hospitalizations, and mortality continues on a downward trend. As a result, the following COVID restrictions will be eased by the state administration effective Friday, March 19th:
Posted on March 4, 2021
The Education Committee will hold a hearing Monday on virtual learning. ?
Please note: if you want to testify virtually (Zoom), you must register by 3 p.m. Friday. You also have the option of emailing written testimony.
The stated purpose of this committee bill is “to require the Department of Education to develop uniform standards for the provision of virtual learning in public schools, conduct a comprehensive audit of virtual learning programs in the state and develop guidelines for training educators…
