Posted on September 27, 2023
Today was a great opportunity to catch up with folks at the Shelton Senior Center during this morning’s senior fair! Special thanks go to State Senator Kevin Kelly and his team along with the staff at the Senior Center for making it such a great event.
The Shelton CT Police Department, Griffin Hospital, the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, and Echo Hose Ambulance – Shelton EMS we’re joined by many other outstanding organizations to educate seniors!
Posted on September 26, 2023
Today, the General Assembly convened for a Special Legislative Session to discuss certain changes to state voting laws. In our discussion, I voiced my support for an amendment that would have effectively eliminated the use of absentee ballot drop boxes, initially introduced as a “safe voting practice” during the pandemic.
On the Bridgeport Ballot Blunder: “We caught ’em on tape, this is the chance to fix it.”
>>**SEE MY FLOOR SPEECH HERE**<<
The Bottom Line: the pandemic has come and gone, so…
Posted on September 24, 2023
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
As we approach the cold and flu season, now is the perfect opportunity to join us at the annual Shelton Senior Health Fair on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. at the Shelton Senior Center, located at 81 Wheeler Street, Shelton, CT.
The Senior Health Fair is free and open to the public. The event connects seniors with resources and information on everything from mental health care, identity theft resources, veterans’ services, probate estates, substance abuse…
Posted on August 24, 2023
Want to bring professional design into your home while staying local? Check out our tour of HOUSE of CHAR Design below:
>>**CHECK OUT OUR FULL VIDEO HERE**<<
A special thanks to HOUSE of CHAR Design‘s owner and interior designer, Charlene Matto, for a wonderful tour of her unique collection of gifts, jewelry, and home décor products! They can be found at 475 Howe Ave, Shelton, open weekdays 11AM-5PM, and on Saturdays from 11AM-4PM.
Posted on July 31, 2023
(SHELTON) — Today, I was happy to join Governor Ned Lamont, Comptroller Sean Scanlon, Mayor Mark Lauretti, Representative Holly Cheeseman, and officers of the Shelton CT Police Department as the Governor signed municipal employee pension reform into law. This was bi-partisan legislation that will save our towns hundreds of millions of dollars AND secure pension benefits for municipal retirees.
Check out the full article from the CT News Junkie below:
Posted on June 7, 2023
(HARTFORD) — On early Tuesday morning, the Connecticut House of Representatives successfully passed the Biennial State Budget Agreement for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. Classified as House Bill 6941, the 832-page budget document was delivered to legislators’ desks at 3:00AM on Monday morning, giving representatives only a few hours to unpack all its details before casting their final vote.
**SEE THE VIDEO**
The $51 billion budget, spent over the course of two years, adopted several aspects proposed by…
Posted on May 30, 2023
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
Last month, I joined the my House Republican colleagues in unveiling our State Budget Proposal that includes a variety of tax cuts, historic investments, and a plan for more responsible spending for the upcoming fiscal year. Below, I encourage you to watch my brief clip on breaking down our budget proposal which highlights what key aspects from our proposal we’re looking forward to inserting in finalized, bipartisan state budget.
**SEE MY VIDEO HERE**
Some important aspects…
Posted on May 11, 2023
(HARTFORD) — On Tuesday, May 9, State Representative Jason Perillo (R-113) spoke to fellow members of the General Assembly on House Bill 6614, which addresses cash discounts and the use of a debit card for gasoline purchases. During debate, Perillo fought for better prices at the pump as he argued the bill’s language would dis-incentivize merchants from offering the discount and discussed how municipalities are making money off of every gas transaction.
“Many towns are collecting new revenue from…
Posted on April 28, 2023
(HARTFORD) — On Thursday morning, members of the General Assembly convened for a scheduled session, tasked with voting on the controversial reappointment of Carleton J. Giles to become a member of the Connecticut Board of Pardons and Paroles. State Representative Jason Perillo (R-113) joined the House Republican caucus in standing alongside families of crime victims who have raised serious concerns about Giles’ reappointment.
Giles, a former Norwalk police officer, was previously chairman of the…
Posted on April 12, 2023
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
Below, I encourage you to fill out my 2023 Legislative Survey which includes a brief set of questions on what issues matter most to YOU! Your participation in this survey will help me to better represent your interests as our legislature begins to vote on key bills on the House floor.
To access the form, please click the link here: Rep. Perillo 2023 Legislative Survey
This survey consists of questions relating to both state and local issues ranging from the economy to…