Posted on April 1, 2020 by admin
HARTFORD – The House Republican caucus today in a letter to Gov. Lamont offered proposals to provide immediate relief to struggling businesses, idle workers, families and taxpayers coping with the economic consequences of the ongoing health crisis – including breaks on overdue property taxes, for companies facing high unemployment insurance rates and those saddled with student debt.
The proposals could be enacted quickly through executive orders if Lamont chooses to do so and would not require any…
Posted on March 30, 2020 by admin
State’s response to protect businesses
The impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on Connecticut businesses has been tremendous, and state government has taken has taken steps to assist business owners (and their employees) as they cope with this unexpected crisis. In addition to documents on various state and federal guidance, among the growing list of resources and information is:
- DECD’s COVID-19 Business Emergency Response Unit
- U.S. Small Business Administration assistance
- Tax filing extensions
- CT Recovery…
Posted on March 3, 2020 by admin
State Rep. Cara Pavalock-D’Amato (R-22) spent her morning honoring Dr. Seuss’ birthday while reading to kids at Edgewood Elementary, Hubbell Elementary, and Mountain View Elementary School as part of ‘Read Across America Day’ events. Rep. Pavalock-D’Amato expressed how she looks forward to this annual tradition of promoting literacy and enjoys the conversations she has with the students after each story.
“I enjoy visiting local schools on Read Across America Day because it gives me an opportunity…
Posted on February 14, 2020 by admin
State Reps. Cara Pavalock-D’Amato (R-77), Whit Betts (R-78) and State Senator Henri Martin (R-31) are asking that the City of Bristol adopt a resolution to oppose the implementation of tolls on Connecticut highways.
As a result of the public outcry against the toll proposals put forth by Governor Lamont and the majority party, Bristol legislators drafted a letter to Mayor Ellen Zoppo-Sassu on Friday, February 7, 2020 asking that the city take immediate action by enacting their own resolution to try…
Posted on January 28, 2020 by admin
If you oppose tolls, NOW is the time to make your voice heard loud and clear.
On Friday, January 31, 2020, at 1:00 pm in Hartford, CT Democrats are rushing to hold a public hearing on their latest tolls proposal before forcing a vote early next week. You can read more about the bill here.
You can come to Hartford on Friday to testify OR you can submit testimony online.
To speak out in Hartford:
- Come to the Legislative Office Building on Friday, January 31, 2020
- Signups will likely be held early…
