Public safety and crime prevention is going to be a top concern of the legislature in the upcoming legislative session. Crime spikes across the state in recent years have left many Connecticut residents looking for solutions from lawmakers that prioritize the safety of their community.

House Republicans held a news conference on Wednesday morning to outline their legislative proposals addressing Connecticut’s crime crisis. Lawmakers were also joined by victims and advocates to explain how the crisis…

In place of our annual in-person pre-session legislative office/coffee hours, Rep. Kathy Kennedy and I will be hosting virtual office hours via Zoom to discuss state issues and the upcoming legislative session.

The Zoom will take place on Tuesday, February 8th starting at 6:30 pm.

Rep. Kennedy and I are also asking any residents with proposed legislation ideas to share their thoughts for possible submission.

We look forward to hearing your input and encourage you to attend.

To join the Zoom meeting,…

I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the confidence and support you have placed in me to serve you and your concerns. During this holiday season, I wish all those who are traveling a safe journey. As we continue to navigate the unpredictability of the COVID pandemic, I pray that you and all your family members stay safe. To those who celebrate, I wish you a very Merry Christmas, and to all I wish you a blessed and joyous holiday season.

-Charles Ferraro – State Representative – CT-117…

Retail (in-person) sports wagering begins at our area casinos today with retail and online sports wagering by the Connecticut Lottery set to begin in the month of October.

The addition of retail and online sports wagering was passed through Public Act 21-23 this May.

Follow the link below to the Department of Consumer Protection’s (DCP) online portal to their gaming division – where you will find information regarding the various types of online gaming now legal, data on the gaming industry, and…

In response to rising incidences of juvenile crime House Republicans unveiled a comprehensive approach to much-needed reform within the juvenile justice system on Tuesday morning. The plan identifies crime prevention resources that will be made available to all of Connecticut’s communities and specific adjustments that can strengthen the abilities of judges and law enforcement to address this crisis. Republican legislators are urging their colleagues in the majority party to convene a special session…

MILFORD—Calling for immediate legislative action, State Rep. Charles Ferraro (R-117) joined a petition effort to bring all state lawmakers into session to implement reforms on the juvenile crime crisis that has gripped communities throughout the state.

“My job as a legislator is to ensure the people of Milford, Orange and West Haven can feel safe in their own homes,” said Rep. Ferraro. “The judicial slap-on-the-wrist given to juvenile car thieves only emboldens them to commit more of these crimes…