Posted on January 18, 2022
The nonpartisan Office of Legislative Research (OLR) has issued its 2022 Major Issues report. OLR crafts this report annually to provide an overview of the major topics that the legislature is likely to take up. Of note are the sections addressing the pandemic (pg. 5), potential tax relief proposals (pg. 9), and juvenile justice (pg. 13).
To read the report, you can click here.
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Posted on November 29, 2021
East Haven State Representative Joe Zullo (R, 99) announced today that he has been selected by the “Connecticut Conference of Municipalities” (CCM) as a “2021 Legislative Champion” and will be recognized at CCM’s annual convention at Mohegan Sun on November 30, 2021.
Zullo, expressing gratitude to CCM, explained, “I am honored, in just my second term, to have earned CCM’s trust and recognition. I’ve enjoyed working with advocates at CCM to both protect the best interests of local taxpayers and to…
Posted on November 2, 2021
Hartford – The State of Connecticut has launched its 2021 Tax Amnesty program. To learn more about the program, you can visit GetRightCt.com. The program runs from November 1, 2021 through January 31, 2022. The program provides a 75% reduction in interest and waives penalties and the possibility of criminal prosecution to those who have not filed, have under reported or have existing liabilities related to taxes owed to the State for any tax period ending on or before December 31, 2020.
Posted on October 22, 2021
HARTFORD – The Connecticut Business Industry Association (CBIA) recently released its 2021 legislative voting record scores. CBIA represents hundreds of businesses throughout Connecticut and advocates to the legislature on their behalf. The scores generated are based on the legislator’s support of the various topics endorsed by CBIA. State Rep. Joe Zullo (R-East Haven) was recognized by the organization as having achieved a 100% ‘pro-business’ voting record.
Zullo stood with the business community…
Posted on October 12, 2021
The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing a single-lane closure on Interstate 95 (I-95) Northbound and Southbound over Lake Saltonstall in East Haven beginning October 15…
The project consists of rehabilitating the existing bridge and roadway over Lake Saltonstall. Improvements include bridge deck repair, joint replacement, and repaving both Northbound and Southbound Lanes of I-95 between Exits 52-53. Traffic will be impacted for only a 2-week timeframe instead of an 8-week duration…
Posted on October 12, 2021
October is domestic violence awareness month. Advocacy efforts to decrease incidences of domestic violence have made a significantly positive impact on how the legislature has responded to this issue. Consequently, the state continues to make progress in curbing incidences of domestic violence.
Earlier in the year, I proudly supported a new law that expands the legal definition of ‘domestic violence’ to include coercive behavior. Too often, victims of domestic violence crimes feel trapped in a helpless…
Posted on October 4, 2021
Several new laws will be taking effect Friday, October 1st. I have highlighted a handful of the changes to public policy below and I encourage you to review all the newly effective laws as they may have a direct impact on you, your family, or business.
You can access a complete list of them by clicking here.
AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEFINITION OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
This new law was enacted to expand the definition of domestic violence to include coercive behavior. Additionally, the…
Posted on October 1, 2021
Lawmakers Urge Mayor Carfora, East Haven Planning & Zoning Boards to protect local zoning, opt-out of new state parking and accessory apartment regulations
HARTFORD – State Rep. Joe Zullo (R-99) and State Sen. Paul Cicarella (R-34), ranking member of the legislature’s Housing Committee, wrote to East Haven Mayor Joseph A. Carfora urging the town to opt-out of a new statewide mandate on parking and accessory apartment regulations. The mandate, outlined in P.A. 21-29, supersedes local zoning regulations…
Posted on August 31, 2021
International Overdose Awareness Day is the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind. Time to Remember. Time to Act.
To learn more about International Overdose Awareness Day, click here.
For state resources on addiction services, click here.
Posted on August 20, 2021
CONN. – Tropical Storm Watches and Hurricane Watches have been issued for various parts of our state. While our community may not immediately be impacted by “Henri”, please take into consideration some of the safety and preparedness tips that have been provided by the Dept. of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (DEMHS).
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