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") //-- ") //-- Skip to main content find MY REP learn MORE house LEADERSHIP CURRENT NEWS AND ISSUES February 5, 2020 The House Is in Session The 2020 legislative session was officially gaveled in. Although it is a "short" session year, the have a full agenda of legislative priorities. We are ready to get to work for the people of Connecticut. SEE PHOTOS January 22, 2020 State Rep. Brian Smith Sworn In The are pleased to welcome our new colleague, Brian Smith, to the House of Representatives. We welcome Representative Smith and look forward to working along side him. READ MORE November 20, 2019 In Loving Memory of State Rep. Linda Orange It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our colleague and friend Representative Linda Orange. She was not only a fellow House member, but a good friend who was a beloved and respected presence at the Capitol. A consummate professional who cared deeply about her community, Linda worked tirelessly on behalf of her constituents despite her personal health challenges, setting a standard we can all strive for. Representative Orange was one of those rare people who truly gave back to society more than she took. Our condolences go out to her family, and we will miss her greatly. September 16, 2019 Unacceptable! We were successful in encouraging the Lamont Administration to rethink the state Department of Revenue Services’ (DRS) policy that unilaterally expanded the sales tax. Governor Lamont has asked DRS and OPM to better align DRS’s interpretation with the intent of our state budget. READ MORE June 3, 2019 A Stable and Responsible Budget The House passed a budget which is responsible, stable, and funds the Rainy Day Fund at historic levels. With significant investments in education, job growth, and economic development throughout the state, the budget holds the line on spending. READ MORE May 31, 2019 Paid Family and Medical Leave Passes After many hours of debate over the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) legislation, House Democrats passed a bill which was already approved by the Senate. It now goes to the governor for his signature. READ MORE May 9, 2019 House Passes Minimum Wage Increase Minimum wage workers are moving closer to a living wage. The House approved House Bill 5004 to increase the minimum wage incrementally over the next few years to $15 in 2023. READ MORE April 24, 2019 Early Voting and No-Excuse Absentee Voting We are working towards bringing our election system into the 21st century by establishing a process where more residents can exercise their right to vote . READ MORE March 15, 2019 In Memoriam We are stunned and saddened at the loss of our friend and colleague. Ezequiel Santiago was a giant of our Caucus and the entire Legislature. His commitment to the people of Bridgeport was legendary and he will never be forgotten​ . February 4, 2019 Democrats Announce Legislative Priorities Democrats in the Connecticut General Assembly announced joint priorities for the 2019 legislative session. READ MORE January 22, 2019 Aid for Federal Employees Signed into Law We passed an overwhelmingly bi-partisan relief package to help Connecticut residents affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown. Soon after, Governor Lamont signed it into law. READ MORE January 17, 2019 Resources Available for Federal Employees The impact on federal employees from the prolonged government shutdown is increasingly affecting the livelihood of over 1,500 Connecticut residents and their families. READ MORE January 9, 2019 Opening Day 2019 The Connecticut House of Representatives is now in session. 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