Press Room
2007 Press Room Archive
Below are links to a complete archive of our 24 Senators’ press releases from 2007. There is also an archive of 2006 press releases and 2008 press releases available as well. For a list of the most current releases visit our main Press Room page.
Leadership (includes release by Senators Williams and Looney on major statewide issues)
Colapietro |
Coleman | Crisco | Daily | DeFronzo | Doyle
Duff | Finch | Fonfara | Gaffey | Gomes | Handley
Harp | Harris | Hartley | LeBeau | Looney | Maynard
McDonald | Meyer | Prague | Slossberg | Stillman | Williams
Senate Democratic Leadership
12-31-07
Senate Democratic Leaders Announce New State Laws to Take Effect in 2008
12-18-07
Help is On the Way for Thousands of Residents Not Protected By Connecticut’s No-Freeze Policy
12-11-07
Senate Democrats Announce Ethics Package for 2008 Legislative Session
12-05-07
11-19-07
Williams, Looney Await More Details on Governor’s Sweeping Takeover of HUSKY Plan
11-08-07
Williams, Fonfara Seek to Restrict Utility Company Rate Hikes for Executive Pay and Bonuses
11-07-07
Williams, Gaffey Note Public’s Lack of Confidence in State Parole System
11-02-07
Williams Applauds Signing of Historic Improvement Plan for State University System
10-30-07
Senate President Williams, Majority Leader Looney Lead Senate in Approval of State Bond Package
10-18-07
Williams Receives National Award for Cancer Prevention Advocacy
10-12-07
Williams Addresses Boston Conference on Regional Transportation Planning
10-03-07
09-24-07
Senate President Williams, Speaker Amann Ask Governor Rell For Face-to Face Bond Meeting
09-22-07
09-20-07
Williams Lauds Passage of Comprehensive State Bond Package
09-18-07
Senate President Williams, UConn and Business Officials Announce $4 Million For Energy Research
09-18-07
Williams Kicks Off School Safety Grant Program
09-06-07
Senate President Williams Seeks New State Parole Board
08-23-07
Senate President Williams Appoints Six Members of Bipartisan Committee of Review
07-12-07
Democrats’ HealthFirst Connecticut Health Care Programs Become Law
06-21-07
Williams, Looney: New Budget Agreement Represents Substantial Gains in Health Care
06-13-07
06-12-07
06-07-07
06-06-07
Williams: Governor’s Objection to Pre-Budget Legislation is Selective
06-05-07
Williams’ HealthFirst Connecticut Initiative Passes State Senate by Two-Thirds Majority
06-05-07
Looney and Representative Tong Praise House Passage of Lost or Stolen Firearms Bill
06-02-07
Williams, Fonfara Lead Passage of Landmark Energy Bill
06-01-07
05-31-07
Williams: Governor’s Veto Costs Taxpayers Hundreds of Millions in Tax Cuts and Benefits
05-31-07
Looney Derides Governor’s Veto of Democrats’ Tax Relief Bill as a Blow to the Middle Class
05-02-07
Senator Williams Receives ‘Champion of Youth’ Award From Boys and Girls Clubs
05-02-07
Williams Honored by Small Business Development Group
04-16-07
04-11-07
Senate Democrats Want Simmons to Jump Start Rell Administration’s Lagging Effort on Jobs
04-11-07
Williams Praises Windham Hospital’s Commitment to Universal Health Care
04-09-07
Senators Seek Business Advocate’s Help On State’s Lagging Economic Development Efforts
04-03-07
Senate Democrats: Governor Rell Needs to Focus on Jobs, Economic Development
04-02-07
Williams and Looney, Mayors Perez and DeStefano Highly Critical of Governor’s Property Tax Cap
03-29-07
Williams: Governor’s Property Tax Cap Endangers Commitment To Education
03-27-07
Williams Welcomes Grants for Northeastern Technical High Schools
03-27-07
Williams Welcomes StemConn 2007 Participants
03-26-07
Williams’ HealthFirst Connecticut Takes Major Step Forward
03-22-07
Williams, Finch Tout New Program to Remove Diesel Fumes From School Buses
03-06-07
Williams Testifies on Energy Procurement and Efficiency Bill
02-09-07
Williams-guided Study on Fuel Cells for Metro-North Underway
02-07-07
Looney Impressed With Governor’s Commitment to Education, Less So With Health Care Effort
02-07-07
Williams on Governor’s Budget: Encouraging on Education, Terribly Inadequate on Health Care
02-01-07
Looney Champions State Earned Income Tax Credit
01-31-07
Williams Touts ‘Connecticut Health First Initiative’ to Key Legislative Committee
01-25-07
Williams, Senate Democrats Unveil Connecticut Health First Initiative
01-11-07
Looney, Police Chiefs Unveil Anti-Gun Violence Initiative
Senator Williams’ and Senator Looney’s press aide is Derek Slap. He can be reached at (860) 240-8641.
Additional press releases by our two leaders can be found in their 2006 archive and 2008 archive. The most recent releases can be found in the Press Room. For more information on the Senator Democrats’ leadership team, visit the Leadership Web page.
Thomas A. Colapietro
12-06-07
Colapietro Welcomes Bonding for Bristol Organization
09-21-07
Colapietro Applauds Bond Authorizations For Bristol Community
09-05-07
Colapietro Announces Grants for Bristol Arts Organizations
07-17-07
Colapietro Applauds Grant for the Bristol Community Organization
07-12-07
Colapietro Offers Piece of Bristol History to Local Museum
07-05-07
Colapietro Reminds Retailers, Consumers of New State Sales Tax Exemption
06-29-07
Colapietro: Requested Electric Rate Increase Unaffordable
06-27-07
Colapietro: Budget Package Supports Towns, Invests in Health Care
06-13-07
Colapietro: New Law Will Help Curb Copper Theft in Connecticut
05-31-07
Colapietro Leads Senate in Approving Ban on Gasoline Zone Pricing
05-24-07
Colapietro Asks for Security Protocol in Bristol Public Schools
04-13-07
Colapietro, DCP: Beware of Scam Targeting Katrina Victims
03-26-07
Colapietro Announces Grant for Bristol Tech
03-14-07
Lawmakers Respond to Failure of Zone Pricing Bill
03-07-07
Many Senate Democrats Oppose Nomination of Ralph J. Carpenter as DOT Commissioner
03-01-07
Colapietro Column: Just Say ‘No’ to Big Oil
02-21-07
Colapietro Column: Bring Fairness to Free Trials
01-31-07
Colapietro Pushes for Program’s Return to Bristol Tech
01-10-07
Colapietro Column: Do Not Robo Call
Senator Colapietro’s press aide is Jaclyn Falkowski. She can be reached at (860) 240-8671.
Additional press releases by Senator Colapietro can be found in his 2006 archive and 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Colapietro, visit his Web page.
Eric D. Coleman
06-13-07
Coleman Announces $46 Million Approved for Bloomfield School Construction Projects
06-01-07
Coleman Helps to Gain Passage of Eminent Domain Bill to Protect Homeowners
05-23-07
04-05-07
Coleman and Representative Feltman Push Racial Minority Participation in MDC Clean Water Project
01-16-07
Coleman, Looney and Police Chiefs Endorse Anti-gun Violence Initiative
Senator Coleman’s press aide is Lloyd Wimbish. He can be reached at (860) 240-8621.
Additional press releases by Senator Coleman can be found in his 2006 archive and 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Coleman, visit his Web page.
Joseph J. Crisco, Jr.
12-31-07
12-06-07
11-29-07
Crisco Obtains Leadership Role With National Conference of Insurance Legislators
11-07-07
Crisco Applauds Bonding Bill That Includes Funding for New Fire Training School in Derby
11-01-07
Crisco, and Representative Gentile, Klarides Announce $500,000 for Griffin Hospital
10-31-07
10-31-07
10-30-07
10-26-07
Crisco Secures $12,500 for Playground Improvement Projects at Schools in Beacon Falls and Naugatuck
10-22-07
AARP Honors Senator Crisco for His Support of Driver Safety Program for Seniors
10-12-07
Crisco and Representative Klarides Applaud Open Space Funding for Woodbridge
10-01-07
Crisco to Sponsor 20th Anniversary Senior Fair Event Will be Held October 11th at Warsaw Park
09-27-07
09-25-07
09-21-07
Looney, Crisco Laud Legislative Passage of Vital Hamden Bonding Projects
09-20-07
08-21-07
Crisco Obtains $1,000 Grant for Naugatuck Historical Society
08-13-07
Crisco Obtains $10,000 for New Playground at Dunbar Hill Elementary School in Hamden
06-26-07
Crisco Supports New State Budget With Major Funding Hikes for Health Care and Education
06-26-07
Crisco Secures $10,000 for Friends of Beacon Falls Library
06-22-07
Crisco: Newly Signed Insurance Law Provisions Will Help to Protect Patients
06-18-07
Crisco Announces Nearly One Acre of Land is Conveyed to the Town of Beacon Falls
06-12-07
Crisco Announces $10,000 Grant for Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center
06-08-07
Crisco Announces $40,000 School Construction Grant for Project at Beecher Road School in Woodbridge
06-08-07
Crisco Gains Approval of Car Insurance Bill That Will Protect Consumers
06-06-07
Crisco Plays Key Role in Getting HealthFirst Connecticut Approved in the Senate
06-05-07
Crisco and Looney Gain Approval of Bill to Provide Relief for Homeowners in Hamden’s Newhall Area
06-02-07
Crisco Votes in Favor of Landmark Energy Bill
05-30-07
Crisco Applauds Senate Approval of Jessica’s Law
05-30-07
Crisco Gains Senate Approval of Bill to Protect Consumers From Limited Health Insurance
05-02-07
04-30-07
Crisco Named to Key Posts With the Council of State Governments
04-30-07
Crisco Appointed to Leadership Position With Conference of State Legislatures
04-19-07
Crisco Says $500,000 in Funding For Ansonia Development Project Clears First Hurdle
04-17-06
Crisco, Hartley to Hold Office Hours in Naugatuck on Saturday, April 21st
04-17-06
Crisco Urges Homeowners to Take Precautions During Flood Recovery Efforts
03-28-07
Crisco Applauds Congress for Moving Forward With Plans for National Family Day
03-28-07
03-23-07
Crisco Announces $1 Million in Funding for Renovations at Team, Inc. in Derby
02-21-07
Senator Crisco and Connecticut Hall of Fame Committee Announce First Set of Inductees
01-25-07
Crisco Joins With Williams as Senate Democrats Unveil Connecticut Health First Plan
01-19-07
Crisco Announces $96,000 in Funding at School Readiness Projects in Ansonia and Derby
01-19-07
Crisco Announces $122,000 in Funding for Upgrades at Emmett O’Brien Tech School
01-05-07
Crisco Announces $1,000 Performance Grants for Two Schools in Derby
01-05-07
Crisco Announces $1,106 Arts Performance Grant to the Hamden Middle School
Senator Crisco’s press aide is Lloyd Wimbish. He can be reached at (860) 240-8621.
Additional press releases by Senator Crisco can be found in his 2006 archive and 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Crisco, visit his Web page.
Eileen M. Daily
10-11-07
Daily Reports State Grants to Secure 90+ Acres in Essex, Westbrook and Haddam
09-13-07
Finance Committee Leaders to Launch Inquiry Re: Stolen DRS Laptop, Missing Tax Information
06-29-07
Daily and Representative Orange Announce Significant State Funding for Colchester
06-21-07
Daily Secures $100,000 Grant for Revitalization of Haddam’s ‘Jail Hill’
04-16-07
01-22-07
Senator Daily’s press aide is Laurence Grotheer. He can be reached at (860) 240-8820.
Additional press releases by Senator Daily can be found in her 2006 archive and 2008 archive. Her most recent releases can be found in her section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Daily, visit her Web page.
Donald J. DeFronzo
12-06-07
DeFronzo: State Funding Will Help Support Youth Recreation
12-05-07
Delegation Praises Bonding Agenda Items Benefiting New Britain
11-29-07
DeFronzo Honored by Disability Advocacy Group for Public Service
11-08-07
AARP Recognizes Senator DeFronzo for Dial-a-ride Advocacy
11-07-07
DeFronzo: New Britain to Benefit From Transit Oriented Development Pilot Program
11-02-07
DeFronzo Lauds Funding for Carvel
10-30-07
DeFronzo, New Britain Delegation Secure Bond Authorizations for City
10-05-07
New Britain Delegation Decries Governor’s ‘Compromise’ Cuts to Bond Package
09-20-07
DeFronzo, Representative O’Brien Lead General Assembly in Repealing Watershed Mining Authorization
08-21-07
DeFronzo Announces More Than $70,000 in Aid to Arts in New Britain
07-27-07
Statement From Senator Donald J. DeFronzo on DMV Commissioner Ward’s July 23 Report
07-05-07
City Delegation’s 2007 Legislative Report to Citizens of New Britain
07-02-07
06-27-07
DeFronzo, LeBeau Applaud New Handicapped Parking Law
06-18-07
DeFronzo: Approved Legislation Will Improve Safety Standards for Bus Drivers
06-14-07
DeFronzo Named “Friend of Public Transportation” by CACT
06-12-07
DeFronzo: Guida’s Avoids Impact of New Milk Handling Fee
05-31-07
DeFronzo: Legislation Will Save Boys & Girls Club Programs
05-30-07
DeFronzo Leads Senate in Bipartisan Approval of Open Containers Legislation
05-30-07
DeFronzo: Legislation Creates Investigative Authority
05-18-07
Williams, DeFronzo Receive I-84 Audit; Urge Immediate Action to Restore Public Confidence
04-30-07
Lawmakers Call for Action on I-84 Construction Debacle and State DOT
04-17-07
Finance Committee Approves Bonding Package
04-11-07
DeFronzo Announces Senate Approval of Boys and Girls Club Legislation
04-04-07
Green Team Asks Legislative Leaders to Support Proposed ‘Bottle Bill’
03-27-07
DeFronzo: Column for Berlin Citizen
03-27-07
DeFronzo: Expected Grant Vital to New Britain Revitalization Efforts
03-26-07
DeFronzo Applauds Grant for E.C. Goodwin
03-19-07
DeFronzo, Transit for Connecticut Release Bus Study
Senator DeFronzo’s press aide is Jaclyn Falkowski. She can be reached at (860) 240-8671.
Additional press releases by Senator DeFronzo can be found in his 2006 archive and 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator DeFronzo, visit his Web page.
Paul R. Doyle
12-07-07
Doyle, Representative Guerrera Welcome Continued State Support for State Veterans Home
10-11-07
Doyle, Representative Nafis Praise Grant for Cedar Mountain
09-05-07
Doyle Secures Funding for Senior Citizens’ Van
07-23-07
Doyle Announces Grant for Baseball Field Lights
06-27-07
Doyle Praises Budget Allocations for Ninth District
06-06-07
Doyle: Bill Serves Critical Need for Teachers’ Retirement System
05-22-07
Doyle, Finch, Maynard Applaud Approval of Farmland Preservation Measure
05-16-07
Protecting Our Assisted Living Residents
04-17-07
Doyle Takes Inside Look at Dairy Production Business
03-28-07
Doyle Applauds Committee Passage of Legislation for Service-disabled Veterans
03-27-07
Doyle: State Grant Will Help Hospital With Needed Renovations
03-26-07
Doyle Announces Funding for Disabled Services Provider
03-06-07
Doyle Asks for Disabled Veterans’ Inclusion in State Set-aside Program
02-21-07
Doyle Pushes State Legislature for Energy Independence
01-23-07
Doyle Announces Grant for Rocky Hill Veterans’ Home
01-03-07
Doyle Sworn in as 9th District’s State Senator
Senator Doyle’s press aide is Jaclyn Falkowski. She can be reached at (860) 240-8671.
Additional press releases by Senator Dopyle can be found in his 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Doyle, visit his Web page.
Bob Duff
12-28-07
Duff: New Massage Therapy Law Takes Effect January 1
12-18-07
Duff, McDonald, Slossberg Highlight Consumer Protection Laws
12-07-07
Duff, YMCA Officials Look Forward to Commission’s Action on Bond
12-07-07
Duff: State Funds Will Help Replace Guidance Center’s Roof
12-06-07
Statement From Senator Duff on Federal Subprime Mortgage Rate Cap
11-30-07
Duff, McDonald and Representative Perone Decry Poorly Planned Metro-North Commuter Changes
11-15-07
Duff: Program Will Protect School Children From Harmful Bus Emissions
10-30-07
Duff: Route 7 Study Will Go Forward
10-23-07
Duff Again Calls on Governor to Clarify Position on Greenwich Weigh Station
10-15-07
10-12-07
Duff Asks Governor to Clarify Orders on Greenwich Weigh Station Operation
10-11-07
Duff Applauds Open Space Grant for Rowayton’s Farm Creek Preserve
08-13-07
08-07-07
National Group Recognizes State for Strides in Results-Based Accountability
07-16-07
Duff: Consumers Have Options When Contractors Fail to Meet Standards
07-10-07
Duff: Option to Increase Demolition Delay Will Help to Protect Historic Structures
07-02-07
Duff Announces State Grants for Several Norwalk Organizations
06-26-07
A New Approach to Eminent Domain
06-14-07
Duff, McDonald Urge Weigh Station Funding Be Included in Biennial Budget Negotiations
06-14-07
Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy to Honor Senator Duff
06-14-07
An Answer to a Demanding Question
06-12-07
Duff Fulfills Promise to First-graders
05-31-07
Duff, McDonald: Zone Pricing Ban Will Lower Consumer Cost
05-31-07
Duff: Legislation Concerning Hedge Funds Won’t Be Called This Session
05-30-07
05-29-07
Duff Announces Public Act 07-35
05-23-07
Duff Leads Senate in Approving Bill to Protect Consumer Privacy
05-09-07
Duff Applauds House Approval of Massage Therapy Bill
05-04-07
Activities to Make Our Environment Cleaner and Healthier
05-02-07
Duff: Measure Will Restore Image of Massage Therapy Profession
05-01-07
Duff Urges Governor to Sign Demolition Delay Measure
04-26-07
Duff, Barry Announce Unanimous Passage of Retail Banking Bill
04-19-07
Duff Column: Steps for a Smart and Strong Connecticut
04-12-07
Duff Asks DOT Commissioner to Make Improvements Around Merritt Interchange
04-09-07
Senators Seek Business Advocate’s Help On State’s Lagging Economic Development Efforts
03-26-07
Duff Welcomes Funds for Norwalk Care Service Provider
03-15-07
Duff Releases DMV Opinion on Licensing
03-14-07
Lawmakers Respond to Failure of Zone Pricing Bill
03-09-07
03-07-07
Many Senate Democrats Oppose Nomination of Ralph J. Carpenter as DOT Commissioner
03-01-07
Duff Column: Finish What We Started
02-07-07
Banks Committee Announces Priorities for 2007 Legislative Session
02-02-07
Duff Column: Building a Session, Piece by Piece
01-23-07
Duff Announces Priorities for 2007 Legislative Session
01-19-07
Duff Unveils Plans for Legislation to Ban Gasoline Zone Pricing
01-17-07
Duff, Representative Backer Push for More Accountability in Budget Requests
01-09-07
Duff Participates in Leadership Institute Retreat
Senator Duff’s press aide is Jaclyn Falkowski. She can be reached at (860) 240-8671.
Additional press releases by Senator Duff can be found in his 2006 archive and 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Duff, visit his Web page.
Bill Finch
12-20-07
Finch and Gomes Cheer Release of $1.75 Million in Home Heating Assistance
09-20-07
Finch, Gomes Laud Increased Priority School District Funding For Bridgeport Schools
08-08-07
Finch Sounds Call for Public Safety Measures, Training Following Tragic Accident
07-16-07
Finch Applauds Signing of Legislation Supporting Bridgeport
06-29-07
Finch: Environmental Measures Good for Maritime Fishermen, L.I. Sound
06-28-07
Finch: Budget Addresses Health, Education Needs for 22nd District, State
06-26-07
Finch Applauds Environmental Efforts Included in Biennial Budget Plan
06-06-07
Finch, Gomes Applaud Approval of Legislation Supporting Bridgeport
06-05-07
Finch Leads Senate In Passing E-waste Recycling Program For Connecticut
05-23-07
05-22-07
Finch, Doyle, Maynard Applaud Approval of Farmland Preservation Measure
05-16-07
Finch: Better Bottle Bill Has Legislative Support
05-15-07
Finch Hails Approval of Dog Attack Bill
05-09-07
Finch Leads Senate in Approving Better Bottle Bill
04-18-07
Finch, Gomes Announce Funds for City in Proposed State Bond Package
04-10-07
Finch: Bottle Bill Clears Second Hurdle
04-04-07
Green Team Asks Legislative Leaders to Support Proposed ‘Bottle Bill’
03-23-07
Finch Applauds Funds for Shelton Landfill
03-22-07
Finch, Williams Tout New Program to Remove Diesel Fumes From School Buses
03-21-07
Finch Applauds Committee Approval of Expanded ‘Bottle Bill’
03-21-07
Lawmakers Honor City During Bridgeport Day at the Capitol
03-15-07
Finch Makes National Headlines With Global Warming Initiative
03-09-07
Bridgeport Teen Advocates for Early Voting Before Legislature’s GAE Committee
03-08-07
Trumbull Essay Contest Winner Testifies Before Labor Committee
03-07-07
Many Senate Democrats Oppose Nomination of Ralph J. Carpenter as DOT Commissioner
03-06-07
Finch, Environment Committee, Hears Testimony on E-waste Disposal
02-28-07
Finch, Environment Committee, Hear Testimony in Support of Bottle Bill From Essay Contest Winner
02-28-07
Finch, Representative Roy Advocate for Expanded Beverage Container Redemption Provisions
02-21-07
Finch: Access to Original Birth Certificate is ‘Unalienable Right’
Senator Finch is retired from the Senate and now serves as the mayor of the City of Bridgeport.
Additional press releases by Senator Finch can be found in his 2006 archive.
John W. Fonfara
11-08-07
Fonfara, Williams Seek to Restrict Utility Company Rate Hikes for Executive Pay and Bonuses
10-24-07
Fonfara Calls on DPUC to Allow Television Competition to Take Hold
06-02-07
Fonfara, Williams Lead Passage of Landmark Energy Bill
04-12-07
Fonfara and Congressman Larson Stress Need For Senate Energy Initiative
02-20-07
Fonfara Unveils Plan to Hold Informational Forum on Electric Rate Relief
Senator Fonfara’s press aide is Lloyd Wimbish. He can be reached at (860) 240-8621.
Additional press releases by Senator Fonfara can be found in his 2006 archive and 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Fonfara, visit his Web page.
Thomas P. Gaffey
12-21-07
Gaffey Helps Redirect State Funds to Assist Meriden Boys & Girls Club
12-20-07
Gaffey Wins DOT Approval for New Hubbard Park Trail Sign Over I-691
12-01-08
Column: A Tribute to Governor William A. O’Neill
11-07-07
Gaffey, Williams Note Public’s Lack of Confidence in State Parole System
11-01-08
Column: Gaffey Reports on Cheshire Prison Tour
10-19-07
Gaffey Honored, Presented With Prestigious ‘Children’s Champion’ Award
10-05-07
Senator Gaffey Condemns Governor Rell’s Meriden Cuts From Bonding Proposal
10-01-08
Column: Reaction to Governor’s Veto of Bonding Bill
09-06-07
Gaffey Seeks New State Parole Board
09-01-08
Column: State Bonding Stalemate Continues
08-28-07
Gaffey Pledges Push for Uniform Statewide School Calendar to Include Mandated Post-labor Day Start
08-01-08
Column: Petit Murders Prompt Horror, Outrage, and Anguish
07-02-07
Gaffey Secures $800,000 for Construction of Energy-saving Fuel Cell at New Middletown High School
07-01-08
Column: Two New Public Safety Measures Become Law
06-15-07
Gaffey Refutes Plan to Spend $112 Million More on Sheff Fix; Calls it ‘Ill-advised’
06-06-07
Gaffey Wins Final Passage of School Bus Driver Licensing Reforms
06-02-07
Gaffey Affirms Impact of Senate’s Final Action on All-inclusive Energy Bill
06-01-07
Gaffey Says Fire-safe Cigarettes Save Lives, Reduce Risk of Injury and Loss
06-01-08
Column: Comprehensive Energy Reform Delivered
05-24-07
Gaffey Marshals Senate Approval of Bill to Revise School Suspension Model
05-23-07
Gaffey Secures Final Action to Protect Students With School Pesticide Ban
05-02-07
Gaffey Wins Senate Passage of Bill to Combat School Bullying
05-01-08
Column: Tax Cuts for Most Residents Proposed, Approved
04-25-07
Gaffey: Floor Speech on the Nomination of James Abrams to be a Judge of the Superior Court
04-18-07
Gaffey Wins $100,000 State Grant for Boundless Playground in Cheshire
04-01-08
Column: Gaffey Briefs White House Officials on No Child Left Behind
03-26-07
Gaffey Reports Committee Passage of Historic Increase in Connecticut School Spending
03-22-07
Gaffey Invited to White House to Provide ‘No Child Left Behind’ Update
03-07-07
Many Senate Democrats Oppose Nomination of Ralph J. Carpenter as DOT Commissioner
03-01-08
Column: Edison Magnet School Skillfully Serves Entire Region
02-27-07
02-22-07
Gaffey Says DEP’s Reasoning for Proposed Fishing Fee is ‘Unfathomable’
02-16-07
Gaffey Says Fire-safe Cigarettes in Connecticut Could Prevent Tragedies Like Fatal Kentucky Fire
02-01-08
Column: Historic Education Funding Proposed
01-30-07
Gaffey Testifies: Fire-safe Cigarettes Save Lives, Reduce Risk of Injury and Loss
01-25-07
Gaffey Hails Senate Democrats’ Groundbreaking ‘Health First’ Initiative
01-23-07
Gaffey: 70% Cost Overruns at Hartford Public High School Are a ‘Total Management Debacle’
01-17-07
01-05-07
Gaffey, Handley Decry Mounting Evidence of ‘Utter Mismanagement’ at DMV
01-02-07
Gaffey Promoted to Chief Deputy President Pro Tempore for New Term
Senator Gaffey’s press aide is Laurence Grotheer. He can be reached at (860) 240-8820.
Additional press releases by Senator Gaffey can be found in his 2006 archive and 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Gaffey, visit his Web page.
Ed Gomes
12-20-07
Gomes and Finch Cheer Release of $1.75 Million in Home Heating Assistance
09-20-07
Finch, Gomes Laud Increased Priority School District Funding For Bridgeport Schools
06-06-07
Gomes, Finch Applaud Approval of Legislation Supporting Bridgeport
04-18-07
Gomes, Finch Announce Funds for City in Proposed State Bond Package
03-21-07
Lawmakers Honor City During Bridgeport Day at the Capitol
03-14-07
Lawmakers Respond to Failure of Zone Pricing Bill
03-07-07
Many Senate Democrats Oppose Nomination of Ralph J. Carpenter as DOT Commissioner
02-05-07
Gomes, Finch Submit Testimony in Favor of Proposed Recall Legislation
02-05-07
Gomes, Finch, Ayala and Reinoso Discuss School Safety Legislation
Senator Gomes’ press aide is Lawrence Cook. He can be reached at (860) 240-8609.
Additional press releases by Senator Gomes can be found in his 2006 archive and 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Gomes, visit his Web page.
Mary Ann Handley
10-31-07
Handley, LeBeau Announce Revised Bonding Bill Includes $500,000 for Regional Animal Shelter
06-06-07
Handley Says School Bus Licensing Reforms Will Safeguard State’s Children
06-05-07
Handley Leads Senate Approval for Investment in State’s Healthcare System
06-01-07
Handley Wins Final Approval For Medically-supervised Use of Marijuana
05-22-07
Handley Welcomes Legislative Override of Governor’s Waiver Plan Veto
05-17-07
Handley Applauds Rell’s Plan ‘B’ Signature; Questions Veto of Waiver Plan
05-09-07
Handley Steers Bill Through Senate to Establish Fall Prevention Program
05-02-07
Handley, Harp and Williams Praise Passage of Menu Labeling Bill
04-19-07
Handley Hails Final Action on Bill to Validate ’03 Manchester Referendum
03-26-07
Handley Says Public Health Deadline Gives Momentum to Important Initiatives
03-26-07
Williams’ HealthFirst Connecticut Takes Major Step Forward
03-13-07
Handley Touts Bill to Establish Fall Prevention Program for Connecticut Seniors
02-05-07
Handley's Lung Cancer Detection Bill Earns Early, Nationwide Acclaim
02-01-07
Handley Says Low-income, Working Families Would Gain With Earned Income Tax Credit in Connecticut
01-16-07
Handley, LeBeau Announce Web Site, Advisory Committee to Address Buckland Area Traffic Troubles
01-05-07
Handley, Gaffey Decry Mounting Evidence of ‘Utter Mismanagement’ at DMV
01-02-07
Handley to Welcome Glastonbury Photographer and Her Connecticut Landscape Exhibit to State Capitol
Senator Handley’s press aide is Laurence Grotheer. He can be reached at (860) 240-8820.
Additional press releases by Senator Handley can be found in her 2006 archive and 2008 archive. Her most recent releases can be found in her section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Handley, visit her Web page.
Toni Nathaniel Harp
11-02-07
Harp, Slossberg Bring Home Bond Authorizations for West Haven
08-07-07
National Group Recognizes State for Strides in Results-Based Accountability
07-26-07
Harp Delivers $10,000 State Grant to Help Nurture New Haven’s ‘Cityseed’
07-12-07
Harp Hails Budget Provision for ‘NRT’ to Help Smokers Quit and Stay Stopped
06-25-07
Harp Leads Senate in Approving Biennial Budget for State of Connecticut
06-05-07
Harp: Senate Passage of SB1484 is First Step Toward Improved Healthcare Access
06-01-07
Harp is Part of Bipartisan Majority to Approve Medicinal Use of Marijuana
05-24-07
Harp Ushers Bill Through Senate to Protect Privacy and Civil Rights of Drivers
05-22-07
Harp Wins Senate Passage of ‘Raise The Age’ Bill to Improve Juvenile Justice
05-02-07
Harp, Williams and Handley Praise Passage of Menu Labeling Bill
05-01-07
Harp Says Chains Should Provide Calorie Count on Restaurant Menus
01-18-07
Harp Earns Recognition as ‘Outstanding State Senator’ From American Medical Association
Senator Harp’s press aide is Laurence Grotheer. He can be reached at (860) 240-8820.
Additional press releases by Senator Harp can be found in her 2006 archive and 2008 archive. Her most recent releases can be found in her section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Harp, visit her Web page.
Jonathan Harris
12-07-07
West Hartford Delegation Welcomes $500,000 in State Bonding for Children’s Museum Move
10-15-07
Harris, Representatives Giannaros and Bye Welcome State Grants for Farmington Open Space
08-31-07
06-06-07
Bill to Toughen School Bus Driver Standards Gets Harris’s Support
05-02-07
Harris to Host ‘Senior Day’ at West Hartford Senior Center
04-24-07
Senator Harris’ press aide is Lawrence Cook. He can be reached at (860) 240-8609.
Additional press releases by Senator Harris can be found in his 2006 archive and 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Harris, visit his Web page.
Joan Hartley
10-26-07
06-26-07
Hartley Helps Waterbury YMCA Secure $3 Million for Childcare Renovation Project
06-25-07
Hartley and Representative Nardello Announce Plans to Participate in Senior Fair in Prospect
05-23-07
Senate Approves Bill Endorsed by Senator Hartley That Will Limit Protests at Military Funerals
05-07-07
Hartley and Representative Aldarondo to Hold Office Hours in Waterbury on Saturday, May 12th
04-17-06
Hartley, Crisco to Hold Office Hours in Naugatuck on Saturday, April 21st
04-10-07
Hartley and Representative Berger to Hold Office Hours in Waterbury on Saturday, April 14th
03-29-07
03-27-07
Hartley, Representative D’Amelio to Hold Waterbury Office Hours Monday, April 2nd
03-26-07
03-22-07
Hartley is Supporter of Bill To Restrict Protests at Military Funerals
03-22-06
Hartley and Representative Nardello to Hold Office Hours in Prospect on Saturday, March 24th
03-05-07
Hartley and Representative Berger to Hold Office Hours in Waterbury on Saturday, March 10th
02-09-07
Hartley Lauds New Opportunities for Transferring Parklet to Worship Center Church
02-01-07
01-26-07
01-26-07
Hartley Announces $508,000 in Funding for Upgrades at Naugatuck Valley Community College
01-04-07
Hartley is Moving Forward With Efforts to Reverse the Consolidation of the Waterbury Post Office
Senator Hartley’s press aide is Lawrence Cook. He can be reached at (860) 240-8609.
Additional press releases by Senator Hartley can be found in her 2006 archive and 2008 archive. Her most recent releases can be found in her section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Hartley, visit her Web page.
Gary D. LeBeau
12-12-07
LeBeau Welcomes $7 Million State Investment in Key East Hartford Road
10-31-07
LeBeau, Handley Announce Revised Bonding Bill Includes $500,000 for Regional Animal Shelter
10-31-07
LeBeau Announces Bonding Bill Includes $12 Million for Goodwin College Expansion Project
06-27-07
LeBeau, DeFronzo Applaud New Handicapped Parking Law
06-20-07
LeBeau Addresses Business Convention on the Future of Manufacturing in Connecticut
06-15-07
LeBeau Secures Lucrative Land Conveyance for South Windsor
06-15-07
LeBeau, Meyer Celebrate Pesticides Ban Bill Signing at East Hartford High School
06-06-07
LeBeau Leads Final Senate Passage of Brownfields Task Force Bill
06-02-07
LeBeau Praises Consumer and Business-friendly Aspects of Landmark Energy Bill
06-01-07
LeBeau Welcomes First American Muslim to Open Senate Session With a Prayer
05-29-07
LeBeau Welcomes Hindu Priest Dr. A.V. ‘Sheenu’ Srinivasan to Open Senate Session With a Prayer
05-15-07
LeBeau Votes to Give $3.5 Million to James Calvin Tillman
05-09-07
05-08-07
LeBeau Heads to Boston to Attend 2007 Biotechnology Convention
04-18-07
$500,000 for Regional Animal Shelter at Evergreen Walk Clears First Hurdle With Finance Committee
04-17-07
LeBeau, Representative Christ Say $18 Million for Goodwin College Passes First Major Hurdle
04-11-07
LeBeau Applauds Passage of Personnel File Review Bill in Senate
04-09-07
Senators Seek Business Advocate’s Help On State’s Lagging Economic Development Efforts
04-03-07
Senate Democrats: Governor Rell Needs to Focus on Jobs, Economic Development
03-23-07
LeBeau Announces $2.57 Million in State Bonding for Children’s Place Administration Building
03-22-07
LeBeau Seeks Study of Fatherlessness in Connecticut
01-19-07
LeBeau Welcomes $64,000 State Study of Fuel Cell-powered Rail Line
01-16-07
LeBeau, Handley Announce Web Site, Advisory Committee to Address Buckland Area Traffic Troubles
01-10-07
LeBeau, Williams Welcome Economic Promise of Connecticut’s Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Industries
Senator LeBeau’s press aide is Lawrence Cook. He can be reached at (860) 240-8609.
Additional press releases by Senator LeBeau can be found in his 2006 archive and 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator LeBeau, visit his Web page.
Martin M. Looney
12-31-07
12-31-07
Looney, Williams Announce New State Laws to Take Effect in 2008
12-11-07
Senate Democrats Announce Ethics Package for 2008 Legislative Session
12-06-07
Senator Looney Secures $1 Million in Funding for Neighborhood Music School in New Haven
12-06-07
11-19-07
Looney, Williams Await More Details on Governor’s Sweeping Takeover of HUSKY Plan
10-30-07
Majority Leader Looney, Senate President Williams Lead Senate in Approval of State Bond Package
10-30-07
10-03-07
09-21-07
Looney, Crisco Laud Legislative Passage of Vital Hamden Bonding Projects
09-20-07
Looney Announces State Bonding Projects Approved For New Haven
09-20-07
06-26-07
Senate President Williams, Majority Leader Looney Fault Governor For Veto of In-state Tuition Bill
06-21-07
Looney, Williams: New Budget Agreement Represents Substantial Gains in Health Care
06-07-07
06-05-07
Looney and Crisco Gain Approval of Bill to Provide Relief for Homeowners in Hamden’s Newhall Area
06-05-07
Looney and Representative Tong Praise House Passage of Lost or Stolen Firearms Bill
05-31-07
Looney Derides Governor’s Veto of Democrats’ Tax Relief Bill as a Blow to the Middle Class
04-03-07
Senate Democrats: Governor Rell Needs to Focus on Jobs, Economic Development
04-02-07
Looney and Williams, Mayors Perez and DeStefano Highly Critical of Governor’s Property Tax Cap
02-07-07
Looney Impressed With Governor’s Commitment to Education, Less So With Health Care Effort
02-01-07
Looney Champions State Earned Income Tax Credit
01-25-07
Looney Joins in Unveiling Connecticut Health First Initiative
01-11-07
Looney, Police Chiefs Unveil Anti-Gun Violence Initiative
01-04-07
01-03-07
Looney Reelected Majority Leader
Senator Williams’ press aide is Derek Slap. He can be reached at (860) 240-8641.
Additional press releases by Senator Looney can be found in his 2006 archive and 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Looney, visit his Web page.
Andrew Maynard
12-05-07
Maynard Heralds Funding for Repairs at Fort Griswold
11-05-07
Maynard Welcomes Funding for Plainfield Fish Hatchery
11-02-07
09-25-07
Maynard, Rep. Graziani, Rep. Hamzy Laud Program Supporting Military Spouses
09-05-07
Maynard, Stillman: State Funds Will Ensure L.I. Sound Monitoring Program’s Continued Success
06-25-07
Maynard Delivers Grant for Repair of Baseball Field Dugouts
05-31-07
Maynard, Stillman Lead Senate in Approving Sub Base Recommendations
05-23-07
Maynard: Approved Legislation Ensures Benefit for Veterans
05-22-07
Maynard, Doyle, Finch Applaud Approval of Farmland Preservation Measure
04-11-07
Maynard Applauds Senate Approval of Legislation for Veterans
03-27-07
Maynard Announces Grant for Grasso Southeastern Tech
03-09-07
03-07-07
Many Senate Democrats Oppose Nomination of Ralph J. Carpenter as DOT Commissioner
02-07-07
Maynard Back in Action Following Emergency Back Surgery
01-25-07
Maynard: Health First Plan Good for Connecticut’s Residents
01-03-07
Maynard Takes Oath of Office as 18th District Senator
Senator Maynard’s press aide is Jaclyn Falkowski. She can be reached at (860) 240-8671.
Additional press releases by Senator Maynard can be found in his 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Maynard, visit his Web page.
Andrew J. McDonald
12-18-07
McDonald and Representative Lawlor Support Dr. Petit’s Call for Action on Criminal Justice Reforms
12-18-07
McDonald, Slossberg, Duff Highlight Consumer Protection Laws
11-30-07
McDonald, Duff and Representative Perone Decry Poorly Planned Metro-North Commuter Changes
07-09-07
McDonald Welcomes Tough New Eminent Domain Law
06-14-06
McDonald, Duff Urge Weigh Station Funding Be Included in Biennial Budget Negotiations
05-31-07
McDonald, Duff: Zone Pricing Ban Will Lower Consumer Cost
05-11-07
03-07-07
Many Senate Democrats Oppose Nomination of Ralph J. Carpenter as DOT Commissioner
02-28-07
02-28-07
McDonald Promotes Bill Clarifying Residency for Voter Registration Purposes
Senator McDonald’s press aide is Lawrence Cook. He can be reached at (860) 240-8609.
Additional press releases by Senator McDonald can be found in his 2006 archive and 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator McDonald, visit his Web page.
Edward Meyer
12-28-07
Meyer Announces New Hurricane Shutters Law Takes Effect January 1st
12-11-07
Senate Democrats Announce Ethics Package for 2008 Legislative Session
11-01-07
Meyer Announces Revised Bonding Package Includes $878,050 in Funding for Projects in North Branford
10-12-07
Meyer Announces $510,650 in Open Space Grants for Guilford and Killingworth
09-13-07
Meyer Proposes Creation of a Legislative Ethics Committee
07-03-07
Meyer Welcomes Governor Rell’s Signing of Restraints And Seclusions Bill
06-15-07
Meyer, LeBeau Celebrate Pesticides Ban Bill Signing at East Hartford High School
06-05-07
Meyer Urges Governor to Sign School Pesticides Bill
06-05-07
Meyer Applauds Final Action on Electronics ‘E-cycling’ Bill
06-04-07
Meyer Lauds House, Senate Passage of Restraints and Seclusions Bill
05-23-07
Meyer, Slossberg Correct Ethics Reporting Oversight
05-23-07
Meyer Applauds Senate Passage of His Middle School Pesticides Ban
05-16-07
Meyer Leads Passage of Restraints and Seclusions Bill in Senate
05-09-07
Meyer Votes for Expanded Bottle Bill, Cites Beneficial Impact on Environment
05-02-07
Meyer Votes for Broadwater Security Zone and Shoreline Emergency Plans
04-25-07
Meyer Supports Emergency Contraception for Rape Victims
04-18-07
Meyer Secures $5 Million in Finance Committee Bonding For Environmental, Library Projects
03-29-07
Meyer Supports Hiring of Monitor at Children’s Hospital
03-28-07
Meyer Opposes Proposed Eminent Domain Bill; Seeks Alternative
03-09-07
03-07-07
Many Senate Democrats Oppose Nomination of Ralph J. Carpenter as DOT Commissioner
02-05-07
Meyer, Widlitz Announce $75,000 State Grant to Build Barn for ‘Charlie’s Closet’ Medical Supplies
Senator Meyer’s press aide is Lawrence Cook. He can be reached at (860) 240-8609.
Additional press releases by Senator Meyer can be found in his 2006 archive and 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Meyer, visit his Web page.
Edith G. Prague
12-19-07
Prague Reports Additional Fuel Oil Assistance for Needy Norwich Families
12-11-07
10-12-07
Prague Welcomes State Grant to Secure 134-acre Szegda Farm in Columbia
08-20-07
Prague Secures $10,000 Grant for RHAM Summer Program
06-06-07
Prague Hails Senate Passage of Bill to Improve Healthcare Services in State
05-31-07
Prague Delivers Senate Approval for Bill to Protect Injured Workers’ Benefits
03-27-07
Prague, Norwich Delegation Welcome State Bonding for Computer Purchases in Norwich
01-26-07
Prague Reports State Bonding Totaling $1.66M for 19Th District Projects
01-23-07
Prague Delivers $60,000 in State Funds for Playgrounds at 2 Norwich School
Senator Prague’s press aide is Laurence Grotheer. He can be reached at (860) 240-8820.
Additional press releases by Senator Prague can be found in her 2006 archive and 2008 archive. Her most recent releases can be found in her section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Prague, visit her Web page.
Gayle Slossberg
12-18-07
Slossberg, Duff, McDonald Highlight Consumer Protection Laws
12-11-07
Senate Democrats Announce Ethics Package for 2008 Legislative Session
12-04-07
Slossberg Kicks Off Holiday Gift Drive for Veterans
11-20-07
Slossberg Recognized By Several Groups for Health Care Advocacy
11-08-07
Connecticut Nonprofits Association Honors Senator Slossberg
11-02-07
Slossberg, Harp Bring Home Bond Authorizations for West Haven
10-30-07
Slossberg Delivers Bond Authorizations for Milford
10-11-07
Slossberg, Representative Davis, Klarides Applaud Open Space Grant for Orange
07-02-07
Slossberg Column: Milford Weekly
06-04-07
Slossberg Leads Senate in Instituting Elections Audit Procedures
06-01-07
Slossberg: Measure Designed to Help Physically Disabled Cast Their Votes
05-31-07
Slossberg Leads Senate in Passing Election Day Registration Pilot Program
05-23-07
Slossberg: Assistance Program Will Help Health Care Professionals and Patients
05-23-07
Slossberg, Meyer Correct Ethics Reporting Oversight
05-21-07
Slossberg Announces Grant for YMCA
05-02-07
Slossberg Leads Senate in Approval of Bill to Move Presidential Primary Date
04-19-07
Siting Council Grants Requests From Slossberg, Davis
03-29-07
Slossberg Applauds DOT Decision to Rescind Plan to Eliminate Milford Train Stop
03-07-07
Many Senate Democrats Oppose Nomination of Ralph J. Carpenter as DOT Commissioner
02-23-07
Slossberg Column: State Budget
02-07-07
Slossberg Leads Senate in Approving Amendments to Campaign Finance Legislation
01-23-07
Slossberg Praises Funds for Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
01-01-07
Put the ‘Community’ Back into ‘Community Access’
Senator Slossberg’s press aide is Jaclyn Falkowski. She can be reached at (860) 240-8671.
Additional press releases by Senator Slossberg can be found in her 2006 archive and 2008 archive. Her most recent releases can be found in her section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Slossberg, visit her Web page.
Andrea Stillman
12-27-07
Stillman Says New Hurricane Shutters Law Takes Effect Tuesday
12-20-07
Stillman Says New Fuel Assistance Will Help Needy New London Families
12-05-07
Stillman, Representative Ritter Question Rell’s Silence Regarding Pointed Seaside Letter
10-22-07
Stillman, Williams Tour New London Homelessness and Educational Facilities
10-10-07
Stillman Reports Open Space Grant Funding for Salem, New London
10-05-07
Stillman Wins DPUC Reversal; Public Hearing to Be Held October 22nd
10-05-07
Stillman Rips Rell’s ‘Ruthless’ Cuts to Region’s Bond Authorizations
09-21-07
Stillman Helps Secure Bond Authorization For 20th District Projects
09-05-07
Stillman, Maynard: State Funds Will Ensure L.I. Sound Monitoring Program’s Continued Success
08-01-07
Stillman Secures $25,000 State Grant For 1.2-mile Multipurpose Path in Salem
07-06-07
Stillman Says New Budget Includes Funding for Thorough Gambling Study
06-29-07
06-04-07
Stillman Wins Unanimous Senate Support for Missing Persons Legislation
06-01-07
Stillman Works For Fire-safety in State With Senate Vote on Cigarette Bill
05-31-07
Stillman, Maynard Lead Senate in Approving Sub Base Recommendations
05-30-07
Stillman Helps Win Unanimous Senate Approval for Open Alcohol Ban in Cars
05-23-07
Stillman Helps Win Senate Approval of Bill to Track Lost and Stolen Firearms
05-22-07
Stillman Ushers Trafficking Bill Through Senate With Unanimous Support
05-16-07
Stillman Hails Final Action on Bill to Regulate Hurricane Insurance Rates
05-09-07
Stillman Hails Final Action on Bill to Provide Training for Bartenders
05-07-07
Stillman ‘Feels the Heat’ During Simulated, Typical Shift of Firefighter
05-02-07
Stillman and Fasano Applaud Senate Passage Of Bill Designating LNG Hazard Zone
04-30-07
Lawmakers Call for Action on I-84 Construction Debacle and State DOT
04-18-07
Stillman Wins Authorization for $2M for Ocean Beach Park Boardwalk Repairs
02-15-07
Stillman Secures $50,000 State Grant to Sustain New London’s DNA Epicenter
02-05-07
Stillman Testifies on Overdue Need for Sound Barriers in S.E. Connecticut Along I-95, I-395
01-29-07
Stillman Wants Answers From Rell Re: State of DPS & New Chain of Command
01-25-07
01-12-07
Senator Stillman’s press aide is Laurence Grotheer. He can be reached at (860) 240-8820.
Additional press releases by Senator Stillman can be found in her 2006 archive and 2008 archive. Her most recent releases can be found in her section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Stillman, visit her Web page.
Donald E. Williams, Jr.
12-31-07
Williams, Looney Announce New State Laws to Take Effect in 2008
12-18-07
Help is On the Way for Thousands of Residents Not Protected By Connecticut’s No-Freeze Policy
12-11-07
Senate Democrats Announce Ethics Package for 2008 Legislative Session
12-06-07
Williams Welcomes Bond Agenda Items for Eastern Connecticut State University
12-06-07
Williams Praises Funding for H. H. Ellis
11-19-07
Williams Awaits More Details on Governor’s Sweeping Takeover of HUSKY Plan
11-13-07
Williams Welcomes Decision to Keep Putnam Group Home Open
11-08-07
Williams, Fonfara Seek to Restrict Utility Company Rate Hikes for Executive Pay and Bonuses
11-07-07
Williams, Gaffey Note Public’s Lack of Confidence in State Parole System
11-02-07
Williams Applauds Signing of Historic Improvement Plan for State University System
10-30-07
Senate President Williams, Majority Leader Looney Lead Senate in Approval of State Bond Package
10-22-07
Williams, Stillman Tour New London Homelessness and Educational Facilities
10-18-07
Williams Receives National Award for Cancer Prevention Advocacy
10-12-07
Williams Addresses Boston Conference on Regional Transportation Planning
10-03-07
09-24-07
Senate President Williams, Speaker Amann Ask Governor Rell For Face-to Face Bond Meeting
09-22-07
09-20-07
Williams Lauds Passage of Comprehensive State Bond Package
09-18-07
Senate President Williams, UConn and Business Officials Announce $4 Million For Energy Research
09-18-07
Williams Kicks Off School Safety Grant Program
09-17-07
Williams Announces Funding for Windham No-Freeze
06-21-07
Williams, Looney: New Budget Agreement Represents Substantial Gains in Health Care
06-20-07
Williams Announces Funds for Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sisters
06-19-07
Williams Secures Grant for Curbstone Press
06-19-07
Williams Joins NECASA in Presenting Grants to Seven School Districts
06-13-07
06-12-07
06-07-07
06-06-07
Williams: Governor’s Objection to Pre-Budget Legislation is Selective
06-05-07
Williams’ HealthFirst Connecticut Initiative Passes State Senate by Two-Thirds Majority
06-02-07
Williams, Fonfara Lead Passage of Landmark Energy Bill
05-31-07
Williams: Governor’s Veto Costs Taxpayers Hundreds of Millions in Tax Cuts and Benefits
05-31-07
Williams Works to Save Killingly Oak
05-02-07
Williams, Handley and Harp Praise Passage of Menu Labeling Bill
05-02-07
Williams Honored by Small Business Development Group
05-02-07
Senator Williams Receives ‘Champion of Youth’ Award From Boys and Girls Clubs
04-16-07
04-11-07
Senate Democrats Want Simmons to Jump Start Rell Administration’s Lagging Effort on Jobs
04-11-07
Williams Praises Windham Hospital’s Commitment to Universal Health Care
04-09-07
Senators Seek Business Advocate’s Help On State’s Lagging Economic Development Efforts
04-03-07
Senate Democrats: Governor Rell Needs to Focus on Jobs, Economic Development
04-02-07
Williams and Looney, Mayors Perez and DeStefano Highly Critical of Governor’s Property Tax Cap
03-29-07
Williams: Governor’s Property Tax Cap Endangers Commitment To Education
03-27-07
Williams Welcomes StemConn 2007 Participants
03-26-07
Williams’ HealthFirst Connecticut Takes Major Step Forward
03-22-07
Williams, Finch Tout New Program to Remove Diesel Fumes From School Buses
03-06-07
Williams Testifies on Energy Procurement and Efficiency Bill
02-28-07
02-09-07
Williams-guided Study on Fuel Cells for Metro-North Underway
02-07-07
Williams on Governor’s Budget: Encouraging on Education, Terribly Inadequate on Health Care
01-31-07
Williams Touts ‘Connecticut Health First Initiative’ to Key Legislative Committee
01-26-07
Williams Secures Grant for Substance Abuse Prevention Program
01-25-07
Williams, Senate Democrats Unveil Connecticut Health First Initiative
01-23-07
Williams Announces Funds for H. H. Ellis Technical High School
Senator Williams’ press aide is Derek Slap. He can be reached at (860) 240-8641.
Additional press releases by Senator Williams can be found in his 2006 archive and 2008 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Williams, visit his Web page.
