Posted on March 19, 2019 by jdooley
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Posted on March 18, 2019 by jdooley
PROSPECT – State Rep. Lezlye Zupkus (R-89) recognized Prospect resident Carmen Accuosti for donating his 19th gallon of blood through the Blood Mobile.
Mr. Accuosti was presented with an official state citation commending him on his selfless acts.
“This selfless act of kindness has made a big difference in the lives of over 400 patients. We want to thank you for your generosity and compassion for others. You are truly an inspiration to all,” said Rep. Zupkus, who is a member of the Public Health…
Posted on March 14, 2019 by jdooley
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Posted on February 26, 2019 by jdooley
On February 20th, Gov. Ned Lamont presented his much anticipated first budget plan to the General Assembly.
I had been optimistic about Governor Lamont bringing a business-style approach to state government. He has consistently been open to all good ideas and sensible viewpoints, seems steadfast in his commitment to collaboration and inclusivity. It is my hope the Governor continues to display some of these qualities as we move forward in the legislative session, because many of the proposals outlined…
Posted on February 25, 2019 by jdooley
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Posted on February 21, 2019 by jdooley
HARTFORD- State Rep. Lezlye Zupkus (R-89) and State Senator Rob Sampson (R-16) hosted a legislative coffee hour with dozens of Prospect constituents at the Dairy Bar last week.
Now that the legislative session is underway both Sen. Sampson and Rep. Zupkus wanted to hear from their constituents on the major state issues likely to be considered this year in the General Assembly.
Some of the issues discussed with the crowd were: a proposed tax on groceries, a proposed tax on prescription medication,…
Posted on February 6, 2019 by jdooley
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Posted on February 4, 2019 by jdooley
Since there are many bills this legislative session, I thought I would share how proposed legislation actually becomes law.
This year, 2019, is the long session running from January to June. Every legislator is permitted to propose individual bills to the committees of cognizance and also the General Assembly crafts a two-year state budget.
Although every legislator can propose a bill, the committees have discretion which bills they will raise for a public hearing. When committees are raising bills…
Posted on January 29, 2019 by jdooley
HARTFORD- For the 2019 legislative session, State Rep. Lezlye Zupkus (R-89) has put forward several pieces of legislation to reduce the size of government an additionally she has come out against proposals that will have a devastating effect on the families of Cheshire.
As a member of the House Republican leadership team, Rep. Zupkus and her leadership have worked to address many of the inefficiencies that currently exist in state government and looking for ways to reduce state spending.
Posted on January 29, 2019 by jdooley
HARTFORD- State Rep. Lezlye Zupkus (R-89) today said she opposes the concept of applying a state sales tax to groceries and non-prescription medicine.
The concept is under consideration by Gov. Ned Lamont, according to published news media reports.
Rep. Zupkus said, “This tax hike will harm the families of Bethany, Cheshire and Prospect. Taxing our family food, milk, bread and cold medicine for a quick money grab is unacceptable.”
Groceries and non-prescription medicine are not subject to the…
