Posted on July 25, 2024
Last week, the Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA) released their 2024 General Assembly voting records highlighting lawmakers who strongly support small businesses and economic development in our state. This year, I am proud to maintain my multi-term 100% voting record demonstrating my commitment to making Connecticut a business-friendly environment to help grow our economy and support our local communities.
Posted on June 6, 2024
(PORTLAND) – On Friday, State Representative Christie Carpino and Sen. Norm Needleman led applause from the General Assembly after securing a $187,500 from the Connecticut State Bonding Commission to help finance the installation of pumps around Jobs Pond, diverting rising groundwater recently causing serious damage to local properties.
“I am grateful to the Bonding Commission for their consideration of this necessary funding,” said Rep. Carpino. “After multiple visits to understand the damage caused…
Posted on June 6, 2024
Rep. Carpino Welcomed $231k for Cromwell Little League Lights
(CROMWELL) — Today, State Representative Christie Carpino welcomed $231,000 for lights on Cromwell’s local little league field. The funding was passed by the legislature in a bonding package during the 2024 Legislative Session and received final approval today by the State Bond Commission.
State Representative Christie Carpino (CROMWELL) said, “I want to thank Governor Lamont and the members of the Bonding Commission for including this…
Posted on May 24, 2024
With warmer weather already here, don’t forget to watch out for ticks!
Lyme Disease is commonly transmitted by tick bites. As we spend more time outdoors during warmer weather, please be vigilant and remember to check children and pets as well.
Visit https://tinyurl.com/lymediseasect for more information.
Posted on April 30, 2024
Last night, I strongly supported an amendment to House Bill 5500 that would have restored the ability for law enforcement to conduct vehicle consent searches if they have reasonable suspicion of drugs, weapons, or criminal evidence. When we can smell marijuana on our commutes every day, something needs to be done to keep our communities and drivers safe.
Those who stood in opposition of this and two other public safety amendments, claimed it was due to a lack of a public input, however, I’ve…
Posted on April 29, 2024
Today, I was happy to meet two of our students from Cromwell’s Ädelbrook Behavioral & Developmental Services at the Capitol today and talk about the favorite part of their jobs. Adelbrook is a local non-profit dedicated to meeting the needs of youth and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other behavioral and developmental challenges.
I look forward to continuing my advocacy for additional state resources to help support our local nonprofits.
Posted on April 29, 2024
(CROMWELL) — Please see information in the graphic below on two lifesaving trainings offered by Cromwell Youth Services.
Posted on April 16, 2024
Mowing and Tree Removal in Cromwell
The DOT will be removing dead and decaying trees along 1-91 and Route 9 beginning on April 21st. Working hours will be between 7PM – 5AM, Sunday to Friday. Thank you for driving slowly and safely!
Posted on April 7, 2024
Recently, Portland Town Selectman Ryan Curley and I visited the residents of Jobs Pond in Portland to assess rising waters and flooding damage. As homeowners face 40+ inches of rising water, some are have
used sandbags, cinderblocks, and water pumps to combat the flooding, while others have been forced to leave their homes.
I will continue to collaborate with local, state, and federal authorities to explore resources to address public health and safety concerns.
Posted on April 2, 2024
HB 5321 would add DMD to the list of conditions tested in newborns, starting in 2027
State Representatives Michelle Cook (D-Torrington) and Christie Carpino (R-Cromwell and Portland), members of the Public Health Committee, are applauding the passage of HB 5321 out of committee. It will now be considered by the full House and Senate in the coming weeks.
HB 5321, “An Act Requiring Newborn Screening for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy,” would require all newborns to be tested for this disorder as part…