Posted on June 23, 2022
The watershed legislation has played a large role in gender equity in athletics, prevention of sexual harassment on campuses and equity in educational opportunities overall
Today marks the 50th anniversary of Title IX, the landmark federal law that prohibits sex discrimination in education. While it might be best known for its role in gender equity in athletics, Title IX is not just about sports.
It is a prohibition against sex-based discrimination in education, and addresses discrimination against…
Posted on June 21, 2022
State Rep. Nicole Klarides-Ditria, State Senators Kevin Kelly and Eric Berthel, and Seymour First Selectwoman Annmarie Drugonis announced they are partnering with TEAM Inc. to host a feminine product drive for in-need area women from June 22nd through July 6th.
“Right now, with possible shortages of these necessary feminine products being reported, it’s more important than ever that we come together to help area women who need access to these supplies,” Rep. Klarides-Ditria (R-105) said. “With inflation…
Posted on June 10, 2022
CT DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS AND CT FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSN. TO CONDUCT FINAL MILITARY HONORS FOR VETERANS’ UNCLAIMED CREMATED REMAINS
Public is Invited to Attend on Friday Morning, June 17 at State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown
On Friday, June 17th, the Connecticut State Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) and the Connecticut Funeral Directors Association, Inc. (CFDA) will hold a military funeral ceremony for four Veterans’ unclaimed cremated remains (cremains): two who served in the U.S.…
Posted on June 8, 2022
AN AFFORDABLE CONNECTICUT
SUMMER 2022 RELIEF FOR WORKING & MIDDLE-CLASS FAMILIES
Yesterday, House and Senate Republicans unveiled a detailed tax relief proposal to help save Connecticut residents from increasing costs on everything from gasoline to groceries.
Our plan – which can be achieved without budget cuts – would provide more than $740 million in tax relief, focusing on:
- An income tax reduction for working- and middle-class families
- Expanding the gas tax holiday to diesel
- Eliminating the…
Posted on June 6, 2022
New Online Application Available for Heating and Water Assistance, Deadline Extended for 2021-2022 Season
The state recently launched a new online application for heating and water assistance programs that help income-eligible Connecticut families pay their utility bills. Eligible residents can now apply for the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) and the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) through a joint online application that is available at ct.gov/heatinghelp/apply.…
Posted on June 1, 2022
Beginning today, June 1st, Connecticut families can apply for a newly available child tax rebate. Qualified families can receive a one-time credit of $250 per child, up to $750.
The CT Department of Revenue Services is now accepting applications. In order to receive the credit, you must apply online.
To be eligible for this rebate you must meet all of the following requirements:
- You must be a resident of Connecticut;
- You must have claimed at least one child as a dependent on your 2021 federal income…
Posted on May 31, 2022
Encouraging students to reach for their goals, Rep. Klarides-Ditria met with two fourth grade classes from Beacon Falls’ Laurel Ledge Elementary School during their tour of the Capitol complex last week.
Posted on May 26, 2022
TEAM, Inc. is working on their annual Community Needs Assessment and are seeking survey responses from you!
Whether you currently receive their services or not, they want to hear from you. TEAM, Inc. serves – Ansonia, Bethany, Beacon Falls, Derby, Milford, Oxford, Orange, Seymour, Shelton and Woodbridge.
The purpose of this survey is to inform their work – where should they be focusing and spending more resources, what are they missing, what are the current sentiments and conditions in our community?…
Posted on April 22, 2022
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
House and Senate Republicans held a press conference on Thursday morning to outline our proposal for tax relief to make Connecticut more affordable for residents. Inflation is here, and relief must be too.
The Problem:
Connecticut’s state budget is benefiting from inflation as the state sales tax and gas tax brings in new, unplanned for revenue – a result of surging prices.
Meanwhile, CT residents are struggling to balance their own family budgets…
Rep. Klarides-Ditria Opposes Lavish Bonuses and Unfunded Liabilities Included in the SEBAC Agreement
Posted on April 22, 2022