Posted on March 26, 2024
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
Early voting was approved by Connecticut voters in 2022. During the 2023 legislative session, the General Assembly authorized in-person early voting for elections held after April 1, 2024. Under this schedule, the first election utilizing early voting will be the Presidential Preference Primary on April 2, 2024.
The early voting dates for this election have been modified to reflect the Good Friday holiday and Easter Sunday. Early Voting will be held Tuesday, March 26…
Posted on March 5, 2024
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
Today I joined “Brian and Company” on WTIC Newstalk 1080to discuss House Bill 5167 – “An Act Concerning Property Tax Abatement for First-Time Homebuyers.” In my proposal, I offer first-time homebuyers a $500 municipal tax abatement who apply for a loan through the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) for up to the first five years of home-ownership.
Last session, my bill found success in the House, but was put on hold in the Senate because of session deadlines.…
Posted on March 4, 2024
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
As your state representative, I will always fight for East Haven’s best interests, especially if I see bill proposals that might impact our residents’ rights to share their voice — especially on the expansion of Tweed Airport.
Today, I proudly testified in opposition of House Bill 5330 “An Act Concerning the Recommendations of the Department of Transportation”, In my testimony, I highlighted how this bill could undermine or eliminate a key public hearing hurdle that…
Posted on March 1, 2024
(HARTFORD) — During a Planning and Development Committee meeting, Ranking Member and State Representative Joe Zullo (R-East Haven), notably responded to concerns on Senate Bill 149: An Act Concerning Foreclosure, Assignment and other Enforcement Actions for Unpaid Sewer Assessments and other Fees and Charges. This bill would make it impossible to collect back sewer liens from delinquent property owners for 5 years or until their accounts reach a balance of $4,000.
Zullo stated, “This…
Posted on February 2, 2024
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
This week, I joined my colleagues in unveiling our 2024 Legislative Priorities. Emphasizing Security & Service, our plan will maintain the state’s fiscal stability while making Connecticut a more affordable and safe place to live.
➡️ Why it matters: It is important to understand what issues we will be addressing as we approach the start of the legislative session on Wednesday, February 7th.
>> **Find our full plan HERE: securityandservicect.com** <<
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Posted on January 17, 2024
Recently, the Office of Legislative Research (OLR) released their 2024 Major Issues Report, highlighting what issues we may address during the upcoming Legislative Session.
I encourage you to take a look at this report to better understand the most pressing issues we expect to discuss in our committees, public hearings, and in the House chambers during session.
> For the COMPLETE report by OLR, click the link HERE. <
For additional questions about 2024 Legislative Session expectations, please never…
Posted on January 4, 2024
Republicans applaud work of police, say legislative Democrats must wake-up to issue of community crime
(HARTFORD)—House Republican Leader Vincent Candelora, state Rep. Joe Zullo, and state Sen. Paul Cicarella on Thursday released the following statement in response to an announcement from East Haven Police, who described an arrest of two individuals following a shoplifting call, with one of the alleged perpetrators charged with assault on police after ramming officers’ cruisers repeatedly:
“This…
Posted on January 2, 2024
Regarding the Record of Decision and “Finding of No Significant Impact” (FONSI) by the Federal Aviation Administration with respect to the proposed expansion of Tweed New Haven Airport, East Haven State Rep. Joe Zullo (R, 99) issued the following statement:
“I am disappointed in and bewildered by the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) finding that there will be no significant impacts from the proposed expansion of runway 09-20 at Tweed Airport, the construction of an 80,000 square foot east…
Posted on November 28, 2023
It’s official: No Ban on Gas-Powered Vehicles!
Thanks to YOU participating in our survey and contacting members of the Regulations Review Committee, the governor’s proposal to ban the sale of gas-powered vehicles by 2035 was officially withdrawn last night!
The Next Steps: Although this version of the proposal has been withdrawn, a revised version of this mandate is likely to return in the future. I look forward to keeping you updated on the changes we may see and what YOU can do to ensure…
Posted on November 27, 2023
(EAST HAVEN) — Recently, the Connecticut Department of Economic & Community Development’s (DECD) Office of the Arts announced a total of $1,050,000 in state arts grants for CT arts organizations and municipalities. In their announcement, the East Haven Arts Commission was awarded $4,215 to support local arts programs and other community-based art initiatives.
I want to personally congratulate the East Haven Arts Commission for their award and thank them for their investment in our community through…