WATERTOWN – Watertown lawmakers State Sen. Eric Berthel and State Rep. Joe Polletta, today applauded the State Bond Commission’s approval of $789,000 grant-in-aid funding to the Oakville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7730 for parking lot improvements.

“Thank you to the legislature for authorizing this funding, and to the Bond Commission and Governor Lamont for their approval. The original bonding request for this project began nearly 20 years ago. These funds will be leveraged to enhance the safety…

WATERTOWN – On Monday, State Representative Joe Polletta (R-Watertown) celebrated the announcement of a state bonding grant, totaling $241,132, awarded to Watertown to benefit the Steele Brook Greenway.

“I am so thrilled to announce this funding injection which will support one of Watertown’s greatest assets for families and residents. The Steele Brook Greenway is essential for driving economic development in our town with its walkability and natural beauty. It offers a safe outdoor experience that…

HARTFORD – On Thursday, State Representative Joe Polletta (R-Watertown) slammed the House’s passage of controversial “paid sick leave” legislation, calling it another bad message to Connecticut’s business owners.

“After so many years of trying to keep Connecticut’s fiscal house in order, the legislature has taken a massive step this week in further alienating our state’s business leaders with another radical, anti-business bill that we have become known for. We are absolutely sending the wrong message…

HARTFORD – On Tuesday, State Representative Joe Polletta (R-Watertown) released the following statement condemning growing lawless behavior in Connecticut, highlighted by a dangerous increase in car thefts.

“I am appalled by the video which has been circulating of a news-style interview featuring the ‘CT Kia Boyz’ – a dangerous group of juveniles who have created a culture of car thefts and violent crime in Connecticut. Now, they are brazenly admitting that Connecticut is the ideal home for their…

WATERTOWN — On Saturday, State Rep. Joe Polletta was among speakers in Watertown to welcome home Vietnam War veterans on the anniversary of the conflict’s end, 51 years ago. Local officials joined veterans for the annual ceremony which recognizes the sacrifice and service of Vietnam War veterans.

Rep. Polletta said, “It was once again an honor to participate in the 2024 Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day. May we never forget the young men and women that perished and those that continue to suffer…

It was a great honor to be joined at the Capitol today by Watertown Chief of Police Joshua Bernegger and Deputy Chief Renee Dominguez, who testified on a bill that would increase protections for certain victims of sexual assault under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Their advocacy on this important issue was on full display before the Government Administration and Elections Committee today and on behalf of the great people of Watertown, thank you both for your service!

Today I joined my Republican colleagues at the State Capitol in a strong show of support for our law enforcement. At a time when our state’s police officers are at record-low levels of ranks & morale and state lawmakers constantly stack the odds against them, it is no surprise that they do not feel supported here in Connecticut. This will not stand — it is up to us to change the narrative and let our finest & bravest know that we have their backs in Hartford when they do in all of our communities.

I had a wonderful time visiting Judson School and Maloney Magnet School in honor of Read Across America! A special thanks to our faculty and staff for the amazing work they do each day. Additionally, I want to thank both Boards of Education in Watertown and Waterbury for the invite and welcome.

Yesterday, the Housing Committee voted to pass a series of bad bills, including one especially dangerous piece of legislation – HB 5242 – which would restrict a housing provider from accessing the criminal background of a prospective tenant. I am outraged by this proposal, but further I am worried of the ramifications it may have, endangering the public safety of women, children, and tenants across Connecticut.

Read more: https://www.cthousegop.com/house-republicans-react-to-housing-committee-advancing-bad-bills/