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Please join me in recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Mont

Posted on October 4, 2024


October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the prevalence and impact of domestic violence. Domestic violence can happen to anyone, no matter age, gender, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status.

Domestic violence is a serious violent crime that can include both physical and emotional abuse. It is frequently hidden from public view and many victims suffer in silence, afraid to seek help or not knowing where to turn. The traumatic effects

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Posted on October 3, 2024


Dear Friends and Neighbors,

I want to remind everyone that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase breast cancer awareness and education, while also promoting research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis and treatment.

I am proud to help spread the word about the importance of this cause, which is meaningful to so many families in our community.

Please get regular medical checkups and mammograms and contact medical professionals if you have questions or concerns.

New Laws Effective October 1st

Posted on September 27, 2024


New Laws Effective October 1st

I just wanted you to know that several new laws will take effect on Tuesday, October 1st, that could have an impact on you, your business, or our community. I highlighted some of them below. An expanded list of those that will take effect, along with summaries, can be accessed here.

AN ACT SUPPORTING CONNECTICUT SENIORS AND THE IMPROVEMENT OF NURSING AND HOME-BASED CARE. – Public Act No. 24-39 (Sec. 1-5, 7-9, 15-19, 21-23)

Among other things, this law requires home

Dept. of Consumer Protection Says Be Aware of Scams

Posted on September 11, 2024


Dear Friends,

Each year, unscrupulous scammers prey on vulnerable citizens in an attempt to steal their hard-earned money, and sometimes even their identity. These despicable people only care about creating chaos and stealing your money.

Solar Scams

Currently, the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection is alerting residents that scammers may be using solar installation to fleece unsuspecting homeowners.

According to DCP, Scammers are calling Eversource and United Illuminating customers pretending

DVA Stand Down 2024 – Sept. 20th

Posted on September 5, 2024


Dear Friends,

The Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) announced Veterans STAND DOWN 2024 will take place on September 20th from 9:00 – 2:00 p.m. at six regional sites across the state.

While the COVID-19 pandemic changed the way many agencies and organizations operate, the DVA continues its commitment to serving Connecticut’s Veterans by providing access to a range of programs and services offered by state and federal agencies, Veterans organizations, and community-based non-profits.

CT Republicans Petitioning for Special Session on Electric Rates

Posted on August 27, 2024


Lawmakers continue to offer proposals for long-term relief, demand a Special Session at www.SpecialSessionCT.com

Today, House and Senate Republicans announced a petition drive calling for Majority Party Democrats and Governor Lamont to hold a special legislative session to tackle perpetually high electric rates in Connecticut.

The petition, which will be submitted to Connecticut’s Secretary of the State, states that the lawmakers deem it “necessary for the General Assembly to meet in special session”

Republicans Call for Special Session Over Electric Rate Hikes

Posted on August 22, 2024


Dear Friends and Neighbors,

In response to the recent, substantial rate hikes on electricity bills that have ratepayers across the state suffering from sticker shock, my Republican colleagues are urgently calling for a special legislative session to tackle not only the sudden significant increase but also the perpetually high electric rates in Connecticut.

In February, Republican legislators warned of the impending increase, due in part from a nearly 4-year pandemic shutoff moratorium, and called

Once again, the ratepayer gets hit in the wallet.

Posted on August 15, 2024


Only days after the sticker shock of massive energy bill increases were felt across the state, PURA has granted YET ANOTHER ADJUSTMENT (read: increase!) to Eversource and UI, this time to recoup the cost of setting up EV charging stations!

Essentially, you are going to be paying for someone else to be able to charge their car!

It’s ridiculous, and yet another reason my Republican colleagues and I have called for a special session to bring together lawmakers, utility companies, and government regulators

WBDC Small Business Grant Applications Open

Posted on August 13, 2024


Great news for small business owners!

The Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC) announced that applications for the Ignite Grant (for established woman-owned businesses) and Child Care Business Opportunity Fund Grants (for established and aspiring child care businesses) are now being accepted for the next round of grant awards!

  • Ignite Grant applications will be accepted through September 24.
  • The application period for Child Care Start-Up and Expansion Grants closes on September 9.
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Tax Free Week – August 18-24th

Posted on August 12, 2024


Dear friends and neighbors,

It feels like prices keep rising and we are paying more for everything we purchase, including food, clothing, and fuel.

Saving money is more important than ever, and with school only a few weeks away for some students, I want to remind you to take advantage of the upcoming “Tax Free Week,” which runs from Sunday, August 18 through Saturday, August 24.

Now is a great time to save on all of your kids’ back-to-school wear, both in stores and online.

This one-week event eliminates

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