New Laws Effective October 1
September 27, 2024A number of new laws that were passed during the 2024 legislative session will go into effect on Tuesday, October 1st.
A number of new laws that were passed during the 2024 legislative session will go into effect on Tuesday, October 1st.
We passed SB 420 to help crack down against illegal passing of school buses, something that is great news for our community.
It's been another busy week of passing bills to help those in need and to ensure everyone can live comfortable and healthy lives.
Veterans put their lives on the line for our country and, as a small way to say “thank you for your service,” the House of Representatives unanimously passed a bill that would support Veterans who have been disabled during service.
We approved a deal between the state and Personal Assisted Care (PAC) workers to increase their wages in a historic manner. PACs sacrifice so much to ensure our elderly, disabled, and others are comfortable and safe.
The return of the Household Bulk Trash Pickup Program has been announced for Bridgeport. You'll be able to discard large items like furniture and appliances that are usually difficult to discard of.
I am thrilled to share exciting news about my commitment to promoting the health and well-being of our community’s families and children. In response to the vital need for improved childhood nutrition, we are working on crafting comprehensive legislation that ensures mothers and children who are eligible for federal benefits are enrolled in these programs with ease and confidence.
Today, we approved $17 million in additional cold weather heating assistance funds – many residents and families who receive assistance through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) or Operation Fuel will have access to funds to ensure they can heat their homes through the cold weather season.