Posted on July 31, 2020 by jdooley
MILFORD- State Rep. Kathy Kennedy expressed concern today on federal legislation that would pave the way to remove school resource officers (SRO) from our local school districts.
Currently, Milford has five School Resource Officers, two in the high schools and three in the middle schools. The town of Orange has one SRO which covers Amity Middle School (grades 7-8) and four in the elementary schools.
“As past president of the state PTA, I have seen firsthand the positive impact SRO’s has had on students…
Posted on July 28, 2020 by jdooley
State Rep. Kathy Kennedy statement on Police Accountability Bill
Last week , I voted against a major police reform measure, because I believe at the end of the day, the bill could do more harm than good for the communities of Milford and Orange. I am disappointed in the legislative process which led to a rushed public hearing without all stakeholders at the table and a final bill put on our desk for debate starting at 1:30 am on Friday morning.
Yes, I wanted to fully support a true reform bill that…
Posted on July 17, 2020 by jdooley
Due to the pandemic, the Connecticut Department of Labor has been working to process a record number of unemployment claims, reduce wait times and system backlogs and provide much-needed assistance to struggling Connecticut workers.
Recently, the department announced that a new customer contact center is open and operational, and there’s a new, virtual assistant option for online assistance. The department also announced an updated website and contact numbers for those making claims.
NEW DOL Consumer…
Posted on June 17, 2020 by jdooley
STATE CAPITOL/HARTFORD- Standing with her legislative colleagues in the bipartisan women’s caucus in front of the State Capitol with Governor Lamont at a press conference, State Rep. Kathy Kennedy (R-119) and the group discussed their work and findings on how COVID-19 has impacted nursing homes residents, their families and the nursing home front line healthcare workers across the state and to announce their recommendations.
The bi-partisan group of female lawmakers are keen on making sure all necessary…
Posted on June 2, 2020 by jdooley
Coronavirus (COVID-19) information is being updated rapidly as state and federal health officials work to respond. You can find the most up-to-date information on COVID-19 by clicking on the following links:
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The following actions have been taken by Governor Lamont in a state-wide effort to mitigate the outbreak and provide Connecticut residents with appropriate…
Posted on May 15, 2020 by admin
HARTFORD — State Reps. Kathy Kennedy and Charlie Ferraro this week said the General Assembly should make good on a promise to review and fix legislation passed last year that will have nonprofit clubs pay significantly more for their liquor permits.
A far-reaching omnibus liquor control bill that passed through the House of Representatives in June 2019 with scant opposition (140 to 5 vote) included the consolidation of multiple permits as a means to eliminate red tape.
Ahead of the vote, Republicans…
Posted on April 28, 2020 by jdooley
Nursing Homes
This week, new nursing home data was released. Unfortunately, nursing home residents make up 43% of the total coronavirus-related deaths that have been reported by the state’s Department of Public Health. The full nursing home data and analysis can be accessed by clicking here.
Gov. Lamont also issued an executive order, which strengthened the reporting requirements of Connecticut’s nursing homes and managed residential communities (assisted living facilities). According to the order,…
Posted on April 27, 2020 by jdooley
Second Round of Small Business Loans
With the passing of a second business relief package, the SBA will resume taking applications for business assistance under the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program Monday morning at 10:30am on April 27th.
The new package includes:
An additional $320 billion for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) with a greater focus on helping small businesses:
Posted on April 22, 2020 by jdooley
Coronavirus: Ways to Help
By Rep. Kathy Kennedy
In my last column I talked about sacrifice, acts of kindness and working together to fight the Coronavirus.
Last week, Governor Lamont put out the call urging volunteers from the general public to participate in Connecticut’s COVID-19 response efforts.
The state is asking people to consider taking on a volunteer role in their communities to help respond to the COVID-19 crisis. The state is launching a campaign seeking volunteers from the general public…
Posted on April 2, 2020 by jdooley
