EAST GRANBY – On July 13^th, State Rep. Tami Zawistowski (R-61) celebrated that the National Parks Service (NPS) announced $10 million in grants from funding through the Semiquincentennial Grant Program commemorating the 250^th anniversary of the founding of the United States. The grant program was created by Congress in 2020 and is funded through the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF).

East Granby will receive $750,000 from NPS to support the rehabilitation of Viets’ Tavern across from Old Newgate Prison…

The following was published in the North Central News.

EAST GRANBY – Old New Gate Prison and Copper Mine celebrated the completion of its renovation on June 18.

The renovation project included the restoration of the museum entryway, the construction of a new picnic area, and installation of new exhibits.

“We are thrilled to celebrate the completion of this important renovation project,” Museum Curator Morgan Bengel said. “Old New Gate Prison and Copper Mine is a valuable part of Connecticut’s history…

HARTFORD – On Tuesday, State Rep. Tami Zawistowski (R-61) voted to adopt the FY 2024-2025 Connecticut state budget, headlined by a historic cut to the state income tax for middle- and low-income earners and families.

The fully balanced bipartisan budget also features more than $150 million for local education, establishes a phase-out of pension and annuity taxes, provides funding to reduce and eventually eliminate wait lists for autism waivers and supports other important programs for those with…

HARTFORD – On Wednesday, May 10^th, State Rep. Tami Zawistowski (R-61) welcomed Team 176: Aces High to the State Capitol in Hartford for Manufacturing Connection Day. Aces High has won the New England FIRST Robotics Competition two years in a row and was a division finalist at the Worlds competition in Houston.

“It was a pleasure to welcome these bright students to the Capitol to recognize their accomplishments as a team and positive representation of and contributions to our community as scholars…

2024-2025 plan provides more tax relief than Governor and Democrats, invests in key areas including education and nonprofit social safety net providers

HARTFORD—House Republicans on Tuesday released a balanced budget proposal that provides more than $1 billion in broad-based tax relief to Connecticut residents while also making historic investments in education and providing more funding for nonprofit providers.

“While Connecticut residents have growing concerns of affordability, House Republicans…

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HARTFORD – On March 10^th, State Representative Tami Zawistowski (R-61) invited two youth sportsmen to Hartford to testify in a public hearing before the legislature’s Environment Committee. Both students spoke on HB 1149 – An Act Eliminating All Restrictions on Sunday Hunting on Public and Private Property in support of permitting Sunday hunting in Connecticut.

Caleb Kleinman of East Granby and Sara Daigle of East Windsor, both 12 years of age, recently graduated at the top of their class in sportsmen…

SUFFIELD — On Friday, February 10th, State Representative Tami Zawistowski (R-61) took time to partner local public schools with career and volunteer first responders in Suffield. Students from Spaulding Elementary in Suffield were asked to design handmade Valentines to be delivered to police officers, firefighters, and ambulance service workers in town. The students displayed incredible creativity  in this project and Suffield’s brave first responders were extremely grateful for the heartfelt holiday…

HARTFORD— State Rep. Tami Zawistowski (R-61) House Republicans on Tuesday unveiled caucus proposals aimed at creating a safer environment surrounding the recreational use and retail sale of cannabis.

“When it comes to our state’s fledgling cannabis marketplace, the umbrella message emanating from the Governor’s office is, unfortunately, one of shining positivity that in our opinion is at odds with the concerns of not just many residents, but also state mental health and addiction professionals who…

Will Save Families Over $210 Per Year Immediately, More Over the Long Term

HARTFORD – Today, Rep. Tami Zawistowski (R-61) joined Senate and House Republican Leaders to detail a comprehensive package of policy proposals to reduce the cost of electric bills and make energy more affordable over the long term.

The policies will reduce energy costs for CT families by over $362 million per year, saving the average household over $210 next year.  In the long run, the plan will drive down costs by even more…