Several new laws will be going into effect on Monday, July 1^st. I have highlighted some of the major pieces of legislation for your review and encourage you to check out all the newly effective laws.

Click here to review all new Connecticut laws taking effect on July 1^st.

July 1^st New Laws…

School Mandate Relief (Public Act: 24-45)

• This new law creates an advisory council to examine any mandates imposed on local boards of education by the General Assembly and will provide recommendations to remove…
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Retire your worn or damaged American Flags! I will be co-hosting flag drop offs for those who are in possession of an unserviceable American Flag. You can go to your town hall until Thursday, June 13th, to place the flag to be retired in our collection box. It will then be given an official retirement at the conclusion of the drive.

Collection Dates: May 30th through June 13th 

Locations: 

• Burlington Town Hall 
• Harwinton Town Hall 
• Litchfield Town Hall 
• Thomaston Town Hall 

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The nonpartisan Office of Legislative Research (OLR) has published its 2024 “Major Public Acts” report. This report gives a categorical breakdown of the major topics that the General Assembly addressed in the 2024 session. OLR produces this report in consultation with the nonpartisan Office of Fiscal Analysis (OFA). The legislation included in the report has been broken out into 20 different categories including energy, environment, taxes, and transportation.

To review the report in its entirety,…

THOMASTON – On Friday, May 3^rd, State Rep. John Piscopo attended Black Rock Elementary School’s Read Aloud Day. Piscopo was joined by community leaders and other distinguished guests to read to various classes.

“This is one of my favorite events of the year and I always look forward to participating in it. The students were engaged during our story time and had great questions for me. I thank them for welcoming me to be part of their morning,” said Piscopo.

He was assigned to Mrs. Kiley’s First Grade…

I joined my colleagues to present our 2024 budget adjustments at the State Capitol during a news conference on Thursday morning. This budget prioritizes spending, creates structural reforms, and comes in $43.5 million under the established spending cap.

To view the news conference, click the image below.

HARTFORD – The House was in session on Wednesday, April 17, and Thursday, April 18. To review all of the legislation that was considered please click on the corresponding date and you will be provided with the House Journal.

On Wednesday, students enrolled in UConn’s 4-H program came to visit the capitol. This program is important for individuals who are interested in growing a career in agriculture. Rep. Piscopo had the opportunity to meet with enrollees and learn more about their course of studies.…

April is World Autism Month. Join us in spreading awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), what resources are available, and to dismantle negative stigma that can be associated with it. Our caucus will continue to strive to craft policies, similar to P.A. 23-137 that eliminated wait lists for services and expanded autism Medicaid waivers, that promote a more inclusive society.

Resources available:

>>>DPH, Connecticut Collaborative to Improve Autism Services (Click Here)

>>>DSS, Autism Spectrum…

BURLINGTON – State Rep. John Piscopo (R-76) was invited to the Cub Scouts Pack 23 meeting recently to talk to them about their state government. One of the requirements the scouts have is to meet with one of their elected public officials. Piscopo attended the meeting to provide an overview of the General Assembly, explain how bills become laws, and to host a mock debate about the issues impacting the scouts’ community.

“One of the best parts of my job is meeting with students and scouts who are…

HARTFORD – State Representative John Piscopo (R-76) participated in “Agriculture Day” on Wednesday, March 20. Future Farmers of America chapters throughout Connecticut visit the Capitol Complex to meet with lawmakers and to share their Vo-Ag program experiences. As a member of the legislature’s Environment Committee, Piscopo understands the importance of Vo-Ag programs. “It’s critical that Connecticut students are able to explore careers within the state’s growing agriculture industry. Traditional…

HARWINTON – Read Across America took place at Harwinton Consolidated School. State Representative John Piscopo (R-76) visited students and read Deborah Marcero’s ‘Out of a Jar.’ The story does a masterful job of breaking down the importance of sharing emotions and not hiding your feelings from family and friends. “I had an enriching experience reading this story to the students in Harwinton. They were engaged and asked me great questions after we finished the book. I look forward to visiting them…