Press Room

2008 Press Room Archive

Below are links to a complete archive of our 23 Senators’ press releases from 2008 There is also archives of 2006 and 2007 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 | Fonfara | Gaffey | Gomes | Handley
Harp | Harris | Hartley | LeBeau | Looney | Maynard
McDonald | Meyer | Prague | Slossberg | Stillman | Williams

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Senate Democratic Leadership

12-30-08

Legislative Leaders Set January 14th for Vote on Second Mitigation Plan

12-30-08

Minimum Wage Increase Set to Take Effect Thursday

12-18-08

Williams Announces Committee Appointments for 2009 — 2010 Sessions

12-09-08

Looney and Meyer Call for an Investigation Into Connecticut’s Taxi Industry

12-09-08

Connecticut Brings in ‘Hired Guns’ to Grow Jobs, Develop New Sources of Energy

12-01-08

Looney Says the Time to Apply for Heating Assistance is Now

11-26-08

Williams Says “We Can’t Afford to Take a Holiday from the Hard Work Ahead”

11-24-08

Senate Democrats Help Put a Dent in the Deficit

11-21-08

Williams to be Presented with Award for Advocacy of Clean Energy

11-20-08

Senate President Says Monday is ‘Just the First Step”

11-13-08

Williams Wins AARP Legislative Achievement Award for Leadership on State-K Proposal

11-12-08

Williams Says Massive Budget Deficits Require Unprecedented Level of Bi-Partisanship

11-06-08

Senate Democrats Re-Elect Williams and Looney as Leaders

11-05-08

Senate Democrats Expand Caucus — Win Two-thirds of Senate Seats

10-21-08

Senate President says “Governor Rell’s plan appears to be a prudent approach.”

10-14-08

Williams, CL&P and Yankee Gas Work Together to Help Struggling Businesses Retain Energy and Jobs

10-06-08

Senate Democrats Help Kick-off Energy Outreach Effort for Seniors

09-24-08

Democrats: Root Out Wasteful Spending Before Slashing Critical Services

09-23-08

Senate Democrats Launch Energy Assistance Web Page for Spanish-speaking Families

09-18-08

Looney Appoints 1st African American Woman to Citizen’s Ethics Advisory Board

09-10-08

Looney Urges Governor Rell to Keep Criminal Justice Initiatives Off Chopping Block

09-03-08

As Families Face the Fall — and the Home Heating Season — Senate Democrats Unveil Energy Assistance Web Page

08-22-08

Senate Democrats Lead Passage of Energy Assistance Bills

08-19-08

Sweeping Energy Assistance Plan to Be Finalized, With Friday Vote Expected

08-13-08

Williams Says 2008 Budget Surplus Now Estimated at $85 Million

08-01-08

Williams Endorses Special Session to Approve Energy Assistance Package

07-31-08

State Senators Deliver Critical Funds to Help Keep New London as Port of Call for Cruise Ships

07-29-08

Senate Leaders Urge Connecticut’s Low-Income Seniors and Disabled Veterans to Cash in on $20 Million in Unclaimed Stimulus Payments

07-25-08

Democrats and Republicans Work Together to Rescue Old State House

07-24-08

Skyrocketing Energy Costs Among Issues Addressed at Upcoming Senior Fairs

07-22-08

Democratic Leaders Say Looming Home-Heating Crisis Requires Action Now

07-01-08

Senate Democrats Say Repeal of Gas Tax Hike--Which Takes Effect Today--Will Help Motorists

06-30-08

Senate Majority Leader Urges Governor Rell to Reconsider Cuts to Criminal Justice Programs

06-24-08

Minimum Wage Increase to Help Thousands of Families in Greater New Haven

06-23-08

Democrats Want to Fix Governor Rell’s Costly Mistakes

06-19-08

Taxi Cab Industry Under the Microscope

06-18-08

Mortgage Bill Signed Into Law--Eastern Connecticut Families to Benefit

06-16-08

Less Taxpayer Money to Be Spent Growing Jobs in Other States

06-13-08

Friday the 13th Proves Unlucky for Connecticut Families and Small Businesses: Governor Rell Kills Health Care Pooling Bill

06-12-08

Williams and Looney Hail Results of Special Session

06-10-08

Legislature to Include Home Heating Oil Legislation Among Energy Action Items For Special Session

06-06-08

Williams Says New National Job Numbers Should Spur Governor Rell to Sign Business Friendly Bills

06-05-08

Senate Democrats Say Storm Clouds Are Over Connecticut-Special Session Should Include Action on Energy Crisis

06-05-08

HUSKY Expansion—One Year Later

05-30-08

Williams and Looney Agree With Governor Rell — Don’t Give Up on Ethics

05-27-08

Williams Says Governor Rell’s Veto of Minimum Wage Bill Will Hurt Working Families

05-23-08

New Legislation to Benefit Veterans and Their Families

05-07-08

Williams and Looney Urge Governor Rell to Sign Landmark Health Care Legislation

05-03-08

Williams Wins Approval of Bill That Will Ensure Less Taxpayer Money is Being Spent to Grow Jobs in Other States

05-01-08

Senate Unanimously Passes Resolution That Could Allow 17 Year-olds to Vote

05-01-08

Senate Democrats Lead Opposition to GOP Attempts to Change Constitution and Disenfranchise Voters

04-24-08

Democratic Senate Makes History - Passes 1st in the Nation Universal 401(k) Plan

04-24-08

Democratic Senate Passes Tougher Persistent Offender Bill, Allocates $10 Million For Criminal Justice

04-21-08

1st of its Kind Universal 401(k) Plan Hits National Radar Screen

04-16-08

Williams Says Ethics Agreement is a Win For Connecticut Families

04-01-08

Williams Supports Compromise Ethics Package

03-26-08

Senate Democratic Leadership Applauds Passage of Budget by Appropriations Committee

03-26-08

Nursing Home Staffing to Be Increased

03-25-08

Senate Democrats Say Too Much Connecticut Taxpayer Money is Being Spent to Grow Jobs in Other States

03-18-08

Williams Details Costs of Iraq War to Connecticut

03-18-08

Looney Seeks Legislative Investigation into Taxi Industry in Connecticut

03-13-08

Connecticut One Step Closer to Being National Leader on Helping People Save For Retirement

03-12-08

Williams Says Connecticut Can’t Drop the Ball on Broadwater

03-10-08

Williams and U.S. Representative Rosa DeLauro Say Consumers Have a Right to Know Where Contaminated Food is Distributed

03-06-08

Connecticut is One Step Closer to Bannning the Sale of Recalled Products and Toys

03-04-08

Senate Democrats & Other Caucuses Begin Negotiations With Governor Rell’s Office on Ethics Reforms

02-26-08

Williams Offers Testimony Today on Childhood Nutrition Program

02-21-08

Connecticut Could Become First State to Offer State-Administered 401(k) Plan For Small Businesses

02-13-08

Senate Democrats Offer Amended Relief Plan For Connecticut Families-Urge Governor Rell to Get on Board

02-08-08

State Senate President Says For Once, Washington Can Be a Model For Hartford

02-01-08

Senate President Donald E. Williams, Jr. Offers Governor Rell a Blue-print For Cutting the Cost of Government

01-31-08

Senate Democrats Kick-off Their Own YouTube Channel

01-29-08

Senate Democrats Announce Emergency Relief Plan For Connecticut Families

01-24-08

Senate Democrats Take Aim at Dangerous Toys

01-23-08

Looney Says Crime Reform Package Includes $7 Million Funding For Reentry Programs That Will Benefit New Haven

01-22-08

Senate Democrats Lead Passage of Bi-partisan Criminal Justice Reform Bill

01-16-08

Senate Democrats Detail Proposed Reforms For Long Term Care, Nursing Homes in Connecticut

01-15-08

Senate Democrats Agree With Governor Rell on Need For Swift Action on Criminal Justice Reforms - But Question Her Calls For Delays

01-13-08

Tougher Laws, Smarter Statutes Will Help State Move Ahead

01-10-08

Blumenthal, Williams and Amann Call For Quitline Restoration With Money Already Appropriated

01-07-08

Democratic Leaders Announce Goals For Special Session on Criminal Justice Reforms

01-03-08

Williams Waits For Industry Response to Governor’s Charter Oak Prospectus

 

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 2007 archive and 2006 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.

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Thomas A. Colapietro

12-05-08

Lawmakers Meet with DECD Commissioner on Future of Several Connecticut Newspapers

12-01-08

Colapietro Says Positive Action Taken on Budget Deficit But Much More Has to be Done

10-27-08

Colapietro: Homeowners Facing Foreclosure May Find Relief in State Programs

10-02-08

Connecticut Police Chiefs Honor Senator Colapietro for Fight Against Metal Theft

09-10-08

Colapietro: Be Aware of Rebate Guidelines When Considering New Furnace

09-05-08

Colapietro: State Funds Will Help Right Wrong, Return “Hiker” to Rightful Place

07-30-08

Colapietro Thanks Area Veterans for Honors at Bristol Seniors and Veterans Fair

07-14-08

Colapietro: New ‘Active Shooter’ Program Will Enhance Public Safety in City

06-12-08

Colapietro: Effort to Offer Cash Discounts on Gas Finally Pays Off

05-23-08

New Legislation to Benefit Veterans and Their Families

05-07-08

Colapietro Urges Governor to Sign Bill Designed to Prevent Metal Theft

05-06-08

Colapietro Leads Senate in Approving Social Security Protection, Identity Theft Measures

05-01-08

Colapietro: Legislation Expands Efforts to Prevent Metal Theft

05-01-08

Colapietro Welcomes Senate Approval of Tougher Penalties For Drivers Who Endanger Highway Workers

04-24-08

Colapietro: Increased Sentences Send Clear Message, Legislation Gives Law Enforcement Needed Tools

04-16-08

Colapietro: Ethics Reforms Will Help to Encourage Public Confidence in All Elected Officials

04-02-08

Colapietro Recognizes Youth For Outstanding Achievement, Presents Grant Supporting Cambridge Park

03-28-08

Colapietro Reports State Funding For Plymouth, Harwinton

03-20-08

Colapietro Praises Funding For Route 6 Improvements

03-06-08

Connecticut is One Step Closer to Bannning the Sale of Recalled Products and Toys

03-04-08

Colapietro to Push For False Accuser Registry

 

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 2007 archive and 2006 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.

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Eric D. Coleman

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Joseph J. Crisco, Jr.

12-30-08

Crisco Says the Start of the New Year Will Give Consumers More Say With Auto Repairs

12-29-08

Crisco Seeks Movement on Efforts to Build a New Valley Fire Training School

12-18-08

Crisco Will Continue to Serve as Chair of Insurance and Real Estate Committee

12-17-08

Crisco Urges Rejection of Rate Hike for United Illuminating

11-28-08

Crisco Announces $909,500 in Funding for Open Space Grants for Two Sites in Hamden

10-28-08

Crisco to Be Honored by AARP for Support of Driving Safety Program for Seniors That Includes Insurance Discounts

10-24-08

Crisco Secures $25,000 in Funding to Help Derby Purchase a New Emergency Response Vehicle

10-21-08

Crisco, U.S. Senator Dodd and Congresswoman Delauro Discuss Winter Energy Assistance for Seniors at Whitney Center in Hamden

10-17-08

Crisco Promotes New Law That Assures Health Benefits for Young Adults on Parents’ Plan

10-16-08

Crisco Says Biomedical Research Fund Helps Yale Researchers With Important Study on Lung Cancer

10-06-08

Crisco and Banks Committee Receive Update From Treasurer on Pension Fund Investments

10-01-08

Crisco Says October 1st Marks Start of New Law That Can Save Seniors on Auto Insurance

09-19-08

Crisco Has Announced Plans to Host the 2008 Senior Fair October 2nd at Warsaw Park in Ansonia

09-10-08

Crisco Evaluates Impact of Mortgage Crisis on Accessibility of College Loans

09-03-08

Crisco, Speaker Amann and Representative Nardello Secure $20,000 Grant for Bethany VFW

08-22-08

Crisco, Looney, Harp and Meyer Support $75 Million Winter Fuel Assistance Package

08-05-08

Crisco Supports Efforts to Expand Operation of the Greater Waterbury Heart Center

08-05-08

Crisco Urges 17th District Residents to Take Advantage of Furnace Rebate Program

07-28-08

Crisco, Speaker Amann Report Imminent, Significant State Funding for Naugutuck Housing Authority Upgrades

07-17-08

Crisco and Representatives Gentile, Klarides and Miller Urge Public Works Commissioner to Make Valley Fire Training School a Priority

07-08-08

Crisco and Looney Secure $20,000 Grant for Hamden Arts Commission

06-18-08

Mortgage Relief Bill Endorsed By Crisco Signed Into Law By Governor

06-18-08

Connecticut Hall of Fame Members Announce Second Set of Inductees

06-11-08

Crisco Says Energy Package Approved By Legislature Will Provide Some Relief to Consumers

06-10-08

Crisco Honored By Eye Physicians in Connecticut For His Support of Health Care

06-05-08

Crisco Says Special Session Will Address High Gas Prices

06-02-08

The Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association to Present Senator Crisco With Civil Justice Award

05-22-08

Crisco Applauds Governor For Signing Bill That Provides Health Coverage For Autism

05-20-08

Crisco Expresses Concern Over Job Cutbacks Announced at Ansonia Brass and Copper

05-13-08

Crisco Says Special Session Will Address High Gas Prices

05-12-08

Crisco Gains Approval of Consumer Bill Dealing With Auto Repair Shops

05-09-08

Naugatuck Delegation Secure Key Approval for Renaissance Place Project

05-07-08

Crisco Endorses Bill to Help Connecticut Homeowners Deal With Subprime Mortgage Crisis

05-07-08

Crisco Lends Support to New Product Safety Bill For Children

05-05-08

Crisco Hails Senate Approval of Global Warming Bill

05-05-08

Crisco Hails Approval of Bill to Help More Seniors Receive Care at Home Instead of Nursing Homes

04-29-08

Hartley and Crisco Gain Senate Approval of Bill to Help With Early Detection of Breast Cancer

04-24-08

Crisco and Democratic Senate Pass Tougher Persistent Offender Bill, Allocate $10 Million For Criminal Justice

04-17-08

Crisco Supports Sweeping Ethics Reforms For Public Officials

04-16-08

Crisco Backs Bill With New Guidelines to Improve Safety For Teen Drivers

04-16-08

Crisco Says Ansonia Residents Will Benefit From the Restoration of Funds For Affordable Housing

03-28-08

Crisco and Representative Gentile Announce $250,000 For Derby’s Downtown Development Project

03-26-08

Crisco and Amity Superintendent of Schools John Brady to Host Forum on Teenage Driving

03-06-08

Crisco Seeks Education and Tougher Penalties to Reduce Teen Driving Deaths in Connecticut

02-28-08

Crisco Backs Mortgage Relief Bill to Help Homeowners Across Connecticut

02-21-08

Crisco and Governor Rell Announce Funds for Improvements on Upper Main Street in Ansonia

02-11-08

Crisco Honored For His Support of the Boys and Girls Village

02-11-08

Crisco Honored For Supporting the Efforts of Pharmacists in Connecticut

02-01-08

Crisco and Klarides Announce Woodbridge Grant Through Small Cities Program

01-24-08

Crisco, Hartley Announce Naugatuck to Receive $361,000 in Funding For School Security

01-23-08

Crisco Supports Criminal Justice Reforms Approved by Senate

01-16-08

Crisco and Governor Rell Announce $50,000 for Woodbridge Fire House Construction

01-16-08

Crisco and Governor Rell Announce $25,000 for Beacon Falls Town Hall

01-16-08

Crisco and Governor Rell Announce $75,000 for Naugatuck Public Housing and Salem School Complex

 

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 2007 archive and 2006 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.

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Eileen M. Daily

10-29-08

Daily Touts D.O.T. Improvements Now Underway at Dangerous Payne Blvd./Rt. 66 Crossing in Portland

10-21-08

Daily, Stillman Showcase State Fuel Saving Program in New London

10-02-08

Daily Says New State Law Needs Quick ‘Fix’ to Help Small Towns Comply

08-22-08

Daily: Legislation Will Keep Thousands of Connecticut Families Out of the Cold

08-11-08

Daily and Representative Orange Tour Lyman Viaduct to Gauge Extent and Cost of Needed Repairs

08-07-08

Daily Says State Program in Place to Help Residents Swap Inefficient Furnaces

07-29-08

Daily, Representative Spallone, 1st Selectman Miller Tout New Commuter Facilities for Essex and Deep River Residents

06-16-08

Daily, Stillman and Prague: Rell Administration Tax Hike on Alternative Fuels Bad For Environment and Bad For Connecticut’s Economy

06-11-08

Daily Leads Real Estate Conveyance Extension and Wins More Municipal Aid

06-05-08

Daily, Representative Staples Propose Cancellation of Gas Tax Increase

05-07-08

Daily Wins State Reimbursement Parameters For Portland School Funding

04-02-08

Finance Committee Co-chairs Meet Deadline, Provide More State Aid For Municipal Governments

03-28-08

Daily Reports State Grants of $817,470 For Deep River, Essex, and Portland

02-28-08

Daily Welcomes State Funding For Public Safety Upgrades in Haddam

02-05-08

Daily Honored by State Association Representing Marine Trades and Businesses

 

Senator Daily’s press aide is Laurence Grotheer. He can be reached at (860) 240-8820.

 

For more information on Senator Daily, visit her Web page.

Additional press releases by Senator Daily can be found in his 2007 archive and 2006 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Daily, visit his Web page.

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Donald J. DeFronzo

12-05-08

Lawmakers Meet with DECD Commissioner on Future of Several Connecticut Newspapers

11-19-08

DeFronzo Comments on New Public Financing System at SEEC Hearing

10-02-08

DeFronzo Named ‘Legislator of the Year’ by Connecticut Police Chiefs

10-01-08

Lawmakers, Advocates: New Laws Will Help Protect Highway Workers on the Job

09-25-08

DeFronzo: New Resource Available for Energy Assistance Information

07-25-08

DeFronzo: State Funding Will Help Improve Public Areas for Berlin Residents

07-25-08

Delegation Praises Bond Agenda Items Benefiting Three City Organizations

07-11-08

DeFronzo, O’Brien: Pinnacle Heights Deal Positive Move Forward for New Britain

06-06-08

New Britain Delegation Presents Foreign Language Students With a New Chance to Earn Credit

06-05-08

DeFronzo Proposes Repeal of Gas Tax Increase

05-09-08

New Britain Delegation Delivers New Opportunity For Foreign Language Students

05-06-08

Defronzo, Guerrera: Measure Designed to Protect Highway Workers

05-05-08

DeFronzo Leads Senate in Approving Package of DOT Reforms

05-01-08

DeFronzo: Legislation Will Help Protect Highway Workers From Dangerous Drivers

05-01-08

Transportation Committee Leaders Call on Administration to Release Financial Plan For New Haven Rail Maintenance Facility

04-29-08

DeFronzo: Legislation Creates Consistency, Accountability in State DUI Law

04-22-08

DeFronzo: Statement on Governor’s Nomination of Transportation Leader

04-16-08

DeFronzo Leads State Senate in Approving Teen Driving Bill

04-14-08

DeFronzo, Duff Detail Problems With New Haven Rail Facility Project in Latest Podcast From Senate Democrats

04-08-08

New Britain Legislators Call For Expanded Criminal Justice Reform

04-03-08

New Britain Delegation Delivers Restored Funding For Affordable Housing

03-28-08

New Britain Delegation Secures Line Items For City Programs, Housing in Proposed Budget and Bonding

03-20-08

Farmington Delegation Secures $12.4M For Route 4 Bridge

03-14-08

DeFronzo, Representative O'Brien: Measure Recognizes Students For Dedication to Foreign Language Studies

03-10-08

DeFronzo Gives Strong Endorsement to Bill Supporting Polish Language Students

02-28-08

Statement From Transportation Committee Chairs on Governor’s Billboard Proposal and HB 5750

02-22-08

DeFronzo: Funds Support Significant Improvements to CCSU Facilities

02-20-08

New Britain Delegation Pushes For Restored Affordable Housing Dollars

02-07-08

New Britain Delegation Calls For New Opportunities For Foreign-language Students

02-04-08

DeFronzo Honored by Marine Trades Group

01-24-08

DeFronzo Applauds Grants to New Britain, Berlin, Farmington For Security Infrastructure Improvements

01-23-08

DeFronzo: Measure Equalizes Driving Under Influence Penalties

01-17-08

DeFronzo: Public Reports Show Indictment of State Agency

01-17-08

DeFronzo Welcomes Bonding For Central Connecticut State University

 

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 2007 archive and 2006 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.

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Paul R. Doyle

12-30-08

Doyle Hails January First Availability of Connecticut ‘Support Our Troops!’ License Plates

10-07-08

Middletown Seniors Urged to Take Advantage of New Home Heating Assistance

08-07-08

Doyle Wants Federal Investigation Into Closed-Door Meeting in Middletown

08-06-08

Doyle Urges All Area Residents to Take Advantage of New Furnace Rebate Program

07-30-08

Doyle Secures $25,000 for New Middletown Police Cruiser

07-22-08

Doyle Boosts Cromwell Playground Fundraising Effort With $15,000 Grant

06-17-08

Doyle Featured in New Podcast Available From Senate Democrats

06-12-08

Doyle: Action Prevents July 1 Gas Tax Increase, Gives Retailers Cash Discount Option

06-09-08

Doyle, Representative Guerrera: Agency Ruling Does Disservice to Consumers

06-02-08

Doyle Praises Approval of Funding For Cromwell’s First Tee Program

05-21-08

Doyle, Representative Nafis Secure Bonding For Athletic Fields in Newington

04-30-08

Doyle: Measure Protects Nursing Home Residents From Unfair Fees

04-09-08

Doyle: Legislation Will Save Residents From Unaffordable Rent Increases

03-20-08

Doyle Secures State Grant For Children’s Home of Cromwell

03-20-08

Doyle and Representative Guerrera Announce State Funding For Belden Library

01-16-08

Senate Democrats Detail Proposed Reforms For Long Term Care, Nursing Homes in Connecticut

01-10-08

Police Chiefs Recognize Doyle For Support of Law Enforcement

 

Senator Doyle’s press aide is Jaclyn Falkowski. She can be reached at (860) 240-8671.

Additional press releases by Senator Doyle can be found in his 2007 archive and 2006 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.

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Bob Duff

12-15-08

Duff to Governor Rell: Include Super 7 on Recommendations to Feds

12-08-08

Duff: Beware of Cyber Scams This Holiday Season

11-25-08

Duff Helps Protect Open Space in Norwalk

11-20-08

Duff Says ‘No’ to New York Commuter Tax Proposal

11-13-08

AARP Recognizes Duff for Leadership on Mortgage Relief Legislation

11-07-08

Duff Questions Department on Route 7 Construction in Brookfield

10-22-08

Duff Demands Department of Transportation Provide Status of Route 7

10-20-08

Duff to Homeowners: Beware of Foreclosure Rescue Scams

10-02-08

Duff to Area Veterans: Still Time to Obtain Forms, File Letters With Tax Assessors

10-01-08

Duff Discusses Impact of National Credit Crisis on Student Lending in New Podcast

09-23-08

Duff: Job Training Program Available for Homeowners Facing Foreclosure

09-17-08

Duff, Mayor Moccia: Bridge Work Won’t Affect Weekend Boat Show, Concert

09-11-08

Duff: Connecticut Students Still Largely Unaffected by National Credit Crunch

08-11-08

Duff Delivers $5,000 for Technology Center at Norwalk Public Library

08-05-08

Duff: New Hotline Allows Residents to Take Advantage of Furnace Rebates

08-01-08

Duff, Barry Make Second Request to Banking Department for Report on Solvency

07-28-08

Duff Designates Norwalk Resident to Serve on New Lending Commission

07-16-08

Duff, Representative Barry to Banks Department: State Must Prepare For Potential Failures

07-09-08

Duff Secures Funding For New Senior Center Floor

06-18-08

Duff to Co-chair Task Force on Energy Scarcity, Sustainability

06-17-08

Duff Praises Identity Theft Prevention Measure

06-09-08

Duff Delivers Funding to Three Organizations in Darien, Norwalk

06-02-08

Duff Welcomes State Funding For Side by Side Community School

05-29-08

Duff Joins National Coalition of Lawmakers Pushing For Nationwide Ban on Toxic Phthalates

05-21-08

Duff, Representative Perone: Efforts Pay Off For Dedicated Norwalk Resident

05-20-08

Duff: New Laws Will Provide Greater Benefits For Military Personnel, Families

05-07-08

Duff and Representative Barry Deliver Mortgage Relief, Economic Security Measure to Governor

05-05-08

Duff Applauds Action of House in Approving Mortgage Relief Measure; Will Bring Bill For a Vote in State Senate

05-01-08

Transportation Committee Leaders Call on Administration to Release Financial Plan For New Haven Rail Maintenance Facility

04-14-08

Duff, DeFronzo Detail Problems With New Haven Rail Facility Project in Latest Podcast From Senate Democrats

04-03-08

Duff: Budget Increase For State Agency Critical Investment in Environmental Health

04-02-08

Norwalk Students Raise Awareness, Memorialize Child Abuse Victims With Display at State Capitol

04-01-08

Duff, Representative Perone Praise Committee Approval of Rail Council Nominee

03-31-08

Duff Welcomes $50,000 Grant For Darien Arts Center

03-26-08

Duff: Residents Must Be Heard on Planned Merritt Parkway, Route 7 Interchange

03-20-08

Duff Secures State Grants For Seaport Association, Lockwood Matthews

03-13-08

Duff Calls on Governor to Address Deficiencies in DOT e-alert System

03-03-08

Duff: CHEFA Grant Will Help Under One Roof Maintain Important Services

02-26-08

Duff, Barry: Mortgage Relief Proposal Addresses Short and Long-term Needs

02-15-08

Duff, McDonald Lead Transportation Committee in First Step Toward Action Against Federal Aviation Administration

02-07-08

Duff Named Vice Chair of General Assembly’s Transportation Committee

01-30-08

Duff, Representative Barry Blast Ineffective Mortgage Assistance Program

01-29-08

Senator Duff, Representative Perone Propose Bill to Give Cold War Veterans Property Tax Exemption

01-22-08

Senate Democrats Feature Senator Duff in New Podcast

01-17-08

Duff, Backer & Urban Call For Reinstated Sales Tax Exemption on Energy Star Appliances

01-04-08

Duff & McDonald: Successful Legislation Makes Truck Weigh Station Information Available to the Public

 

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 2007 archive and 2006 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.

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John W. Fonfara

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Thomas P. Gaffey

12-18-08

Gaffey Reappointed to Two Key Leadership Positions for New Term

12-08-08

Gaffey to Propose On-Campus Restrictions for Credit Card Solicitation

12-01-08

Column: On-Campus Predatory Lending Must Be Stopped

11-26-08

Gaffey Welcomes Open Space Grants to Acquire 177 Acres in Middletown

11-10-08

Column: Election Day Winner: ‘A New Manner of Politics’

10-07-08

Middletown Seniors Urged to Take Advantage of New Home Heating Assistance

08-26-08

Gaffey Renews Call for Uniform Statewide School Calendar

08-22-08

Gaffey: Legislation Will Aid Thousands of Working Families This Winter

07-01-08

Column: Connecticut Should Consider Tolls Instead of High Gas Taxes

06-11-08

Gaffey Welcomes Gas Price Relief, Extended State Aid For Cities and Towns

06-04-08

Column: Budget Adjustments Include Regrettable UConn Bailout

05-01-08

Column: Juvenile Offenders Require Tailored Justice System Before It’s Too Late

04-01-08

Column: ‘Three strikes’ law should be part of criminal justice package

03-31-08

Gaffey Reports $203,500 Steap Grant For Middlefield’s Peckham Park

03-20-08

Bond Funding Heading to Meriden

03-18-08

Gaffey Wins Committee Approval For Two Key Education Funding Measures

03-01-08

Column: Long-Term Care for Seniors Must Become a Priority

02-29-08

Gaffey Challenges State Board of Education Re: Reinstatement of Teacher Convicted of Selling Drugs

02-01-08

Column: Gaffey Outlines Economic Stimulus Ideas

01-24-08

Gaffey Reports School Security Grants For Meriden City Schools

01-03-08

Gaffey Presses Cox Cable to Reconsider TCM Realignment

01-01-08

Column: Criminal Justice Reforms Proposed

 

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 2007 archive and 2006 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.

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Ed Gomes

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Mary Ann Handley

12-18-08

Handley Appointed New Chairman of Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee

12-15-08

Longtime Civil Rights Advocate Witnesses Electoral College Vote for Barack Obama

09-30-08

Handley Touts New Laws to Improve Connecticut’s Healthcare & Consumer Protection

09-19-08

Handley Hails Laudable Selection of Glastonbury Woman for State’s Citizen’s Ethics Advisory Board

08-28-08

As School Year Begins, More Cafeterias Ditching French Fries for Salads

08-22-08

Handley Supports $75 Million Winter Fuel Assistance Package Approved by Senate

08-21-08

Handley and Local Officials Outline Plans for $1.6 in Funding to Make Improvements to Riverfront Park in Glastonbury

08-08-08

Handley Hails Funding for New, Oil-Saving Furnace Replacement Program

08-06-08

Handley and Harp, Medical Experts Detail Healthcare Savings to Taxpayers

07-28-08

New Law Will Make Connecticut’s Hospitals Safer

07-25-08

Handley Reports Imminent State Funds for Important 4th District Projects

07-14-08

Handley Calls for Public Hearing On State’s Restaurant Inspection Protocol

06-30-08

Handley Welcomes Two New Public Health Laws Effective Tomorrow

06-17-08

Handley and Public Health Committee Strategize to Combat Rare Diseases After Hearing

06-16-08

Handley to Consider Rare Disease Remedies at Public Health Committee Hearing

06-11-08

Handley Hails Gas Price Relief and Additional State Aid For Cities and Towns

06-04-08

Senator Handley to Meet With Glastonbury Constituents During ‘Office Hours’ Scheduled for June 10th

05-23-08

Handley to Meet With Manchester Constituents During 'Office Hours' Scheduled For June 3rd

05-02-08

Handley Wins Senate Approval For Bill to Advance Casino Smoking Limits

04-30-08

Handley Hails Enactment of Law to Require Hospital Staph Protocol

04-17-08

Handley, Public Health Committee to Consider Sales and Marketing Practices of Pharmaceutical Companies on Monday

04-09-08

Handley Wins Senate Approval For Bill to Require Hospital Staph Protocol

03-28-08

Handley Welcomes $565,000 For Projects in Bolton and Marlborough

02-15-08

Handley to Co-Chair Connecticut Healthcare Partnership Working Group

01-11-08

Handley, Stillman to Hold Forum to Gauge State’s Emergency Preparedness

 

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 his 2007 archive and 2006 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Handley, visit his Web page.

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Toni Nathaniel Harp

12-30-08

Minimum Wage Increase Set to Take Effect Thursday

11-24-08

Harp Leads Senate Passage of Deficit Mitigation, Municipal Relief Package

11-12-08

Harp Joins March of Dimes to Deliver Report Card on Premature Births in State

09-09-08

Harp Hails Westville Designation as ‘Connecticut Main Street Community’

08-22-08

Harp, Crisco, Looney and Meyer Support $75 Million Winter Fuel Assistance Package

08-06-08

Harp and Handley, Medical Experts Detail Healthcare Savings to Taxpayers

08-04-08

Harp Hails State Funding for Three Notable New Haven Ventures

07-09-08

Harp, Appropriations Committee Probe Harmful Impact of Rell’s Budget Cuts

07-01-08

Harp Hails Two New Laws: ‘GAAP’ For Budget and Aid For Grandparents

06-24-08

Minimum Wage Increase to Help Thousands of Families in Greater New Haven

06-11-08

Harp: Special Session Yields Gas and Oil Relief, Revenue For New Haven and West Haven

06-10-08

Harp Receives Special Award For Lead Poisoning Eradication Efforts

05-20-08

Harp Reports State Funding to Underwrite Amistad Repair, Maintenance

05-05-08

Harp Hails Final Legislative Action on Bill to Raise Connecticut Minimum Hourly Wage

05-02-08

HHarp Welcomes Senate Expansion of 'Money Follows Person' Care For Elderly

05-01-08

Harp Hails Senate Passage of Juvenile Justice Reform Package

03-26-08

Harp Reports Committee Approval of Midterm Budget Adjustments

02-28-08

New Rail Station Planning Public Meeting With Department of Transportation to Discuss Project

02-28-08

Harp Reports Imminent, Significant State Funding For SCSU Improvements

01-16-08

Senate Democrats Detail Proposed Reforms For Long Term Care, Nursing Homes in Connecticut

 

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 his 2007 archive and 2006 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Harp, visit his Web page.

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Jonathan Harris

12-18-08

Harris Appointed Chairman of Public Health Committee

12-05-08

Harris Receives 2008 “Legislative Leadership Award” from Children’s Advocacy Group

11-24-08

Harris Opposes Cuts to Medicaid Interpreters; Advocates for Immediate Expansion of Money Follows the Person Program

11-10-08

Harris Announces New Web Page for Veterans’ Issues, Financial Help

10-21-08

Harris Named “Legislator of the Year” by Connecticut Association of Home Care & Hospice

09-25-08

Legislative Committees Schedule Investigational Hearing of DCF

06-23-08

Harris, Slossberg Fault Governor’s Veto of Human Services Cabinet; Lament Senate Republicans’ Change of Heart

06-16-08

Harris “Disturbed” By Governor Rell’s Veto of a Private Provider Bill That Her Own Administration Helped Write

06-11-08

Harris Votes For Additional Revenue For 5th Senate District

06-11-08

Harris Votes to Reduce Gross Receipts Gas Tax, Offer Discount For Cash Sales

04-29-08

Harris Supports Ban on Open Containers in Automobiles

04-24-08

Harris Receives “Family Legislator of the Year Award” From the Connecticut Council of Family Service Agencies

04-24-08

Harris Promotes Passage of ‘Small House’ Nursing Home Pilot Study

04-21-08

Harris Joins Governor Rell at Teen Driving Bill Signing in West Hartford

04-10-08

Harris Joins Mental Health Advocates, Declares Mental Health Insurance Parity is “Not Negotiable”

03-20-08

Farmington Delegation Secures $12.4M For Route 4 Bridge

03-13-08

Human Services Committee Seeks to Protect Children, Adults by Delaying Governor’s Planned HUSKY Changes

03-06-08

Harris, Non-profits Push For Passage of Community Provider Rescue Fund

03-04-08

Harris Recognized by Deaf Coalition For His Commitment to Connecticut Citizens

01-30-08

Harris Applauds 5th District Schools For Applying For, Receiving State School Safety Grants

01-24-08

Senate Democrats Take Aim at Dangerous Toys

01-16-08

Harris Calls For Wide-ranging Improvements to State Nursing Home Care

01-03-08

Harris Disappointed With Lack of Response to Substantive Questions About Charter Oak Health Insurance Plan



 

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 2007 archive and 2006 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.

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Joan Hartley

12-16-08

Hartley, Congressman Murphy and Postal Workers Oppose Planned Cutbacks at Waterbury Post Office

09-19-08

Waterbury Chamber Presents Senator Hartley With Baldrige Award for Her Work on Business Growth and Higher Education

05-09-08

Naugatuck Delegation Secure Key Approval for Renaissance Place Project

04-30-08

Hartley Gains Senate Approval of Bill Focusing on College Security and Students at Risk

04-30-08

Hartley Leads Passage of Bill on the Future of the UConn Health Center

04-29-08

Hartley and Crisco Gain Senate Approval of Bill to Help With Early Detection of Breast Cancer

04-15-08

Hartley and Representative Butler to Hold Office Hours in Waterbury

04-08-08

Hartley and Representative Nardello to Hold Office Hours in Prospect

03-25-08

Hartley and Representative Berger to Hold Office Hours in Waterbury on Saturday, April 5th

03-20-08

Waterbury Legislators Tour Kaynor Technical School, Present Award

02-21-08

Hartley and Representative D’Amelio to Hold Office Hours For Constituents in Waterbury

01-24-08

Hartley, Crisco Announce Naugatuck to Receive $361,000 in Funding For School Security

01-16-08

Hartley and Governor Rell Announce $250,000 For Fulton Park in Waterbury

01-16-08

Hartley and Governor Rell Announce $750,000 for Improvements to East Mountain Park



 

Senator Hartley’s press aide is Laurence Grotheer. He can be reached at (860) 240-8820.

Additional press releases by Senator Hartley can be found in his 2007 archive and 2006 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Hartley, visit his Web page.

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Gary D. LeBeau

12-08-08

LeBeau Welcomes Entertainer, Author Dr. Bill Cosby to a Meeting of the Task Force on Fatherhood

11-24-08

LeBeau Protects Small Business Incubator, Manufacturing Supply Chain Programs from Rell Budget Axe

11-10-08

LeBeau Announces New Web Page For Veterans’ Issues, Financial Help

10-14-08

LeBeau, CL&P and Yankee Gas Work Together to Help Struggling Businesses Retain Energy and Jobs

09-30-08

LeBeau Sets October 7 as South Windsor Senior Preparedness Day

08-28-08

As School Year Begins, More Cafeterias Ditching French Fries for Salads

08-25-08

LeBeau Welcomes Passage of Important Energy Assistance Bills

08-12-08

LeBeau Reappointed as Vice-Chairman of NCSL Economic Committee

08-04-08

$6.9 Million for East Hartford Roadwork Approved By State Bond Commission

06-26-08

LeBeau, Representative Morris Named Co-chairs of Task Force to Study Causes of Fatherlessness

06-24-08

LeBeau Celebrates Connecticut’s Franco-American Heritage at First-ever ‘Franco-American Day’

06-19-08

LeBeau Welcomes Federal Decision on Boeing/Pratt & Whitney Air Force Tanker Contract

06-16-08

Less Taxpayer Money to Be Spent Growing Jobs in Other States

06-13-08

LeBeau Secures $15,000 to Help Build Baseball Facility in South Windsor

06-11-08

LeBeau Votes For Additional Revenue For 3rd District Towns

05-22-08

LeBeau and the Connecticut Legislature Ask President Bush to Protect Connecticut Jobs, National Security

05-20-08

LeBeau Welcomes $557,000 For East Hartford Public Housing

05-08-08

LeBeau Applauds House and Senate Passage of ‘Reciprocal Preference’ Bill to Keep and Grow Connecticut Jobs

04-30-08

LeBeau Leads Effort to Make Barns Eligible For Historic Preservation Tax Credits

04-24-08

Democratic Senate Makes History - Passes 1st in the Nation Universal 401(k) Plan

04-24-08

LeBeau and Democratic Senate Pass Tougher Persistent Offender Bill, Allocate $10 Million For Criminal Justice

03-25-08

LeBeau, Senate Democrats Say Too Much State Money Being Spent to Grow Jobs Elsewhere

03-13-08

Connecticut One Step Closer to Being National Leader on Helping People Save For Retirement

02-27-08

LeBeau Welcomes $3 Million in State Bonding to Recapitalize Connecticut Innovations, Inc.

02-22-08

LeBeau Welcomes $2 Million in State Bonding For Goodwin College Expansion

02-21-08

LeBeau Endorses Plan to Help Small Business Employees Save For Retirement

02-19-08

LeBeau Disappointed With Latest CERC Report on Connecticut’s Economic Position

01-30-08

LeBeau Welcomes Proposed State Investment in Nanotechnology Partnerships

01-25-08

LeBeau Applauds East Hartford, Ellington, South Windsor Schools For Applying For, Receiving State School Safety Grants

01-18-08

LeBeau Welcomes $1 Million State Grant to South Windsor For ALDI Foods Warehouse

 

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 2007 archive and 2006 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.

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Martin M. Looney

12-30-08

Legislative Leaders Set January 14th for Vote on Second Mitigation Plan

12-30-08

Minimum Wage Increase Set to Take Effect Thursday

12-09-08

Looney and Meyer Call for an Investigation Into Connecticut’s Taxi Industry

12-01-08

Looney Says the Time to Apply for Heating Assistance is Now

11-24-08

Senate Democrats Help Put a Dent in the Deficit

11-06-08

Senate Democrats Re-Elect Williams and Looney as Leaders

11-05-08

Senate Democrats Expand Caucus — Win Two-thirds of Senate Seats

10-06-08

Senate Democrats Help Kick-off Energy Outreach Effort for Seniors

09-24-08

Democrats: Root Out Wasteful Spending Before Slashing Critical Services

09-23-08

Senate Democrats Launch Energy Assistance Web Page for Spanish-speaking Families

09-18-08

Looney Appoints 1st African American Woman to Citizen’s Ethics Advisory Board

09-10-08

Looney Urges Governor Rell to Keep Criminal Justice Initiatives Off Chopping Block

09-03-08

As Families Face the Fall — and the Home Heating Season — Senate Democrats Unveil Energy Assistance Web Page

08-22-08

Looney, Harp, Crisco and Meyer Support $75 Million Winter Fuel Assistance Package

07-28-08

Senate Leaders Urge Connecticut’s Low-Income Seniors and Disabled Veterans to Cash in on $20 Million in Unclaimed Stimulus Payments

07-22-08

Democratic Leaders Say Looming Home-Heating Crisis Requires Action Now

07-08-08

Looney and Crisco Secure $20,000 Grant for Hamden Arts Commission

06-30-08

Senate Majority Leader Urges Governor Rell to Reconsider Cuts to Criminal Justice Programs

06-24-08

Minimum Wage Increase to Help Thousands of Families in Greater New Haven

06-23-08

Democrats Want to Fix Governor Rell’s Costly Mistakes

06-19-08

Taxi Cab Industry Under the Microscope

06-13-08

Friday the 13th Proves Unlucky for Connecticut Families and Small Businesses: Governor Rell Kills Health Care Pooling Bill

06-12-08

Looney and Williams Hail Results of Special Session

06-10-08

Legislature to Include Home Heating Oil Legislation Among Energy Action Items For Special Session

05-30-08

Looney and Williams Agree With Governor Rell - Don’t Give Up on Ethics

05-30-08

Looney Announces $29,080 in Funding For Upgrades For the Children’s Center in Hamden

05-28-08

Looney Secures Funding For Amistad Academy and Elm City Prep School in New Haven

05-07-08

Williams and Looney Urge Governor Rell to Sign Landmark Health Care Legislation

04-24-08

Democratic Senate Passes Tougher Persistent Offender Bill, Allocates $10 Million For Criminal Justice

04-09-08

State Senate to Vote on Historic Ethics Package Today

03-26-08

Senate Democratic Leadership Applauds Passage of Budget by Appropriations Committee

03-26-08

Nursing Home Staffing to Be Increased

03-25-08

Looney Secures $12,000 For Greater New Haven Labor History Association

03-18-08

Looney Seeks Legislative Investigation into Taxi Industry in Connecticut

02-13-08

Senate Democrats Offer Amended Relief Plan For Connecticut Families--Urge Governor Rell to Get on Board

01-31-08

Senate Democrats Kick-off Their Own YouTube Channel

01-29-08

Senate Democrats Announce Emergency Relief Plan For Connecticut Families

01-24-08

Senate Democrats Take Aim at Dangerous Toys

01-23-08

Looney Says Crime Reform Package Includes $7 Million Funding For Reentry Programs That Will Benefit New Haven

01-22-08

Senate Democrats Lead Passage of Bi-partisan Criminal Justice Reform Bill

01-16-08

Senate Democrats Detail Proposed Reforms For Long Term Care, Nursing Homes in Connecticut

01-15-08

Senate Democrats Agree With Governor Rell on Need For Swift Action on Criminal Justice Reforms - But Question Her Calls For Delays

01-13-08

Tougher Laws, Smarter Statutes Will Help State Move Ahead

 

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 2007 archive and 2006 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.

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Andrew Maynard

11-24-08

Maynard, Stillman Vote to Reduce Deficit But Spare Visitor Promotion Funds

10-30-08

Web Site Launches New Online Veterans Resource Guide

10-07-08

Maynard: Grant Supported Family Resource Center Programs

10-02-08

Maynard: Disabled Veterans Have Time to Secure Forms, Letters and Receive Tax Credit

08-07-08

Challenging Times for Connecticut Families

07-31-08

State Senators Deliver Critical Funds to Help Keep New London as Port of Call for Cruise Ships

06-18-08

Statement From Maynard on Governor’s Veto of Human Services Legislation

06-09-08

Maynard, Prague and Representative Reynolds Welcome State Grants For Local Farms

06-09-08

Maynard, Representative Moukawsher, Wright Applaud Approval of Funding For Tercentennial Park

05-30-08

Maynard, Representative Wright Welcome Funding For Dredging of Mumford Cove

05-23-08

New Legislation to Benefit Veterans and Their Families

05-06-08

Maynard: Measure Provides Recognition For ‘Gold Star’ Families

04-30-08

Maynard Secures Grant For Local Artist Program

04-29-08

National Guard Association Recognizes Maynard For Support, Advocacy

04-23-08

Maynard: Legislation Will Help Improve Opportunities For Veterans, Families

03-28-08

Maynard Welcomes Funds For Plainfield, Voluntown

02-25-08

Lawmakers Propose Expansion of Office of Military Affairs

02-20-08

Maynard Praises State Funding For Mystic Seaport

02-14-08

Maynard Appointed to Appropriations Committee

02-08-08

Maynard Appointed Vice Chair of General Assembly’s Environment Committee

02-05-08

Connecticut Marine Trades Association Recognizes Senator Maynard

 

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 2007 archive and 2006 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.

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Andrew J. McDonald

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Edward Meyer

12-09-08

Meyer and Looney Call for an Investigation Into Connecticut’s Taxi Industry

12-01-08

Meyer, Representative Heinrich and Widlitz Welcome $392,000 Open Space Grant for 33 Acres in Guilford

11-24-08

Meyer Votes to Save Towns Money Through Group Purchasing, Tax Amnesty, Bonding

11-20-08

Meyer Tours Site of Madison Portion of Shoreline Greenway Trail

11-10-08

Meyer Announces New Web Page for Veterans’ Issues, Financial Help

09-25-08

Legislative Committees Schedule Investigational Hearing of DCF

08-22-08

Meyer Supports $75 Million Winter Fuel Assistance Package

07-24-08

Meyer Delivers $55,000 State Grant For Guilford Housing Authority Minibus

07-16-08

Meyer Helps Orchard House Survive With $80,000 State Grant

06-12-08

Meyer Lauds Passage of Comprehensive Ethics Bill

06-11-08

Meyer Votes to Reduce Gross Receipts Gas Tax, Offer Discount For Cash Sales

05-05-08

Meyer Leads Senate Passage of Connecticut Global Warming Bill

05-02-08

Meyer Welcomes Court Rejection of Islander East Project

04-16-08

Meyer, Representative Kalinowski Secure More Water For the Durham Fair

03-28-08

Meyer Welcomes State Grants For Durham, Killingworth

03-26-08

Meyer, Representative O’Connor Anticipate $125,000 State Grant For Traffic Light at Haddam-Killingworth Middle School

02-22-08

Meyer, Representative Widlitz and Heinrich Welcome Millions of Dollars in State Bonding For Various Shoreline Projects

02-08-08

Meyer Contacts New York Governor Spitzer Regarding Proposed Broadwater Terminal

02-04-08

Meyer Appointed Senate Chairman of Environment Committee

01-17-08

Meyer Welcomes $650,000 State Investment in Shoreline Greenway Trail

01-02-08

Meyer Announces $36,239 in State Grants For Guilford and Branford

 

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 2007 archive and 2006 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.

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Edith G. Prague

09-19-08

Prague Using New Technology to Inform Constituents About New Wage Law

08-06-08

Prague Says State Funding Can Help Many Residents Save Costly Heating Oil

08-04-08

Prague Affirms State Funding for Transit, Water, and Home Heat Programs

07-01-08

Prague Delivers State Funding For Historic Preservation in Bozrah

06-23-08

Prague Hails Assembly Override of Vetoed Bill to Raise Connecticut Minimum Wage

06-18-08

Prague Set to Receive ‘Friend or Public Transportation’ Award Tomorrow

06-16-08

Prague, Daily and Stillman: Rell Administration Tax Hike on Alternative Fuels Bad For Environment and Bad For Connecticut’s Economy

06-11-08

Prague Says New Laws Mean Gas and Oil Savings and Additional State Aid For Towns

05-23-08

New Legislation to Benefit Veterans and Their Families

05-21-08

Prague Welcomes State Funding For Planned Playscapes at Three District Schools

05-13-08

Prague, Health Advocate Lembo Tout Value of Nursing Home Utility Initiative

05-01-08

Prague Earns Senate Nod For First in the Nation Paid Sick Leave Standards

04-30-08

Prague Joins Senate Majority to Increase Whistleblower Protections

04-29-08

Prague Hails Senate Passage of Bill to Strengthen State’s DUI Statutes

04-28-08

Prague Delivers State Grant for Hebron Antique Fire Truck Restoration

04-25-08

Prague Testifies Before Legislative Forum on Proposed Franklin Ash Dump

04-03-08

Senator Prague Wins Senate Vote to Restore Work Privileges For Teenagers

04-01-08

Prague, Representative Reynolds Announce $150,000 Grant For Ledyard Town Center Project

03-26-08

Nursing Home Staffing to Be Increased

03-25-08

Senate Democrats Say Too Much Connecticut Taxpayer Money is Being Spent to Grow Jobs in Other States

02-28-08

Prague Hails Imminent Release of State Funds For 3 Rivers Improvements

01-16-08

Senate Democrats Detail Proposed Reforms For Long Term Care, Nursing Homes in Connecticut

 

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 his 2007 archive and 2006 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Prague, visit his Web page.

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Gayle Slossberg

12-30-08

Slossberg: Clean Contracting Coming to Connecticut

10-27-08

Slossberg: UI Ratepayers Cannot Afford Increase in Tough Economic Times

08-22-08

Slossberg: $70M, Expanded Eligibility Means Working Families Will Have Heating Help This Winter

08-05-08

Slossberg to Serve on Energy Scarcity Task Force

07-09-08

Area Nonprofit Organizations Thank Senator Slossberg for Advocacy

06-23-08

Slossberg, Harris Fault Governor’s Veto of Human Services Cabinet; Lament Senate Republicans’ Change of Heart

06-16-08

Statement From Senator Slossberg on Governor’s ‘Unconscionable’ Veto of Human Services Cabinet Legislation

06-12-08

Slossberg Delivers Ethics Reform, Sends Pension Revocation to Governor’s Desk

06-04-08

Slossberg: Consumers, State Economy Matter More Than Shareholder Profits

05-22-08

Lead Prevention Group Recognizes Slossberg For Dedication, Advocacy

05-09-08

Slossberg Calls on Leadership to Hold Special Session on Ethics

05-07-08

Slossberg: Legislation Ensures That Communities Get Local Access Programming

05-05-08

Slossberg: Connecticut Taxpayers Deserve Strong, Meaningful Ethics Reform

05-03-08

Slossberg Leads Senate in Creating Cabinet to Assess State’s Nonprofit System

05-01-08

Slossberg Leads Senate in Approving Voting Rights For 17 Year-olds

04-30-08

Slossberg: Bill Approved in Senate Helps Protect Important Agency Watchdogs

04-24-08

YMCA Recognizes Slossberg For Advocacy, Commitment to Constituents

04-23-08

Slossberg Commends Speaker Amann For Years of Service, Advocacy For Milford

04-16-08

Slossberg: Tougher Laws, Additional Training Will Help Save Families From Tragic Loss

04-16-08

Senate Democrats Say Too Much Connecticut Taxpayer Money is Being Spent to Grow Jobs in Other States

03-25-08

Senate Democrats Say Too Much Connecticut Taxpayer Money is Being Spent to Grow Jobs in Other States

03-20-08

Slossberg Featured in New Podcast Available From Senate Democrats

03-17-08

Slossberg Leads General Assembly in First Step Toward Meaningful Ethics Reform

02-28-08

New Rail Station Planning Public Meeting With Department of Transportation to Discuss Project

02-14-08

Slossberg, Mayor Richetelli: Roses Mill Conveyance Offers $1.2 Million Savings For City

01-25-08

Slossberg: Grants Will Provide Needed School Security Improvements in Orange, West Haven

01-17-08

Slossberg, Dargan, Mayor Picard Welcome Grant For Lake Phipps

 

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 his 2007 archive and 2006 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Slossberg, visit his Web page.

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Andrea Stillman

12-01-08

Stillman, Representative Ritter Secure State Funds for Public Safety Studies at DNA Epicenter

11-26-08

Stillman Reports Open Space Grants to Acquire Three Prime Parcels in Salem

11-24-08

Stillman, Maynard Vote to Reduce Deficit But Spare Visitor Promotion Funds

11-20-08

Stillman, Representative Ritter Lead Delegation Protest of Plan to Snub Regional Funding

10-21-08

Daily, Stillman Showcase State Fuel Saving Program in New London

09-22-08

Stillman Recognized by State Firefighters’ Association for This Year’s Legislative Achievement

08-26-08

Co-Chairs of LNG Task Force ‘Gravely Concerned’ About Possible Expansion of Plum Island Animal Disease Center

08-22-08

Stillman: More Than $70M in Aid Will Help Keep Families Warm This Winter

07-31-08

State Senators Deliver Critical Funds to Help Keep New London as Port of Call for Cruise Ships

06-16-08

Stillman, Prague, and Daily: Rell Administration Tax Hike on Alternative Fuels Bad For Environment and Bad For Connecticut’s Economy

06-11-08

Stillman Votes For Gas Price Relief and Extension For More Municipal Aid

05-29-08

Stillman Touts Imminent State Funding For Waterford Country School

05-23-08

New Legislation to Benefit Veterans and Their Families

05-07-08

Stillman Wins Senate Nod For Bill to Boost Volunteer Firefighter Ranks

04-10-08

Stillman, Fasano Applaud New York's Decision to Reject Broadwater

02-28-08

Stillman, Representative Ritter Report State Funding For Waterford’s O’Neill Theater

02-25-08

Lawmakers Propose Expansion of Office of Military Affairs

01-11-08

Stillman, Handley to Hold Forum to Gauge State’s Emergency Preparedness

 

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 his 2007 archive and 2006 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Stillman, visit his Web page.

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Donald E. Williams, Jr.

12-30-08

Legislative Leaders Set January 14th for Vote on Second Mitigation Plan

12-18-08

Williams Announces Committee Appointments for 2009 — 2010 Sessions

12-09-08

Connecticut Brings in ‘Hired Guns’ to Grow Jobs, Develop New Sources of Energy

12-04-08

Williams: $200k State Grant Will Keep Putnam Project Moving

12-04-08

Williams, Representative Pawelkiewicz: State Grant Will Support Soup Kitchen in Time of Need

11-26-08

Williams Says “We Can’t Afford to Take a Holiday from the Hard Work Ahead”

11-24-08

Senate Democrats Help Put a Dent in the Deficit

11-21-08

Williams to be Presented with Award for Advocacy of Clean Energy

11-20-08

Senate President Says Monday is ‘Just the First Step”

11-13-08

Williams Wins AARP Legislative Achievement Award for Leadership on State-K Proposal

11-12-08

Williams Says Massive Budget Deficits Require Unprecedented Level of Bi-Partisanship

11-06-08

Senate Democrats Re-Elect Williams and Looney as Leaders

11-05-08

Senate Democrats Expand Caucus — Win Two-thirds of Senate Seats

10-30-08

New Grant Targets Drop-out Rate in Windham Public Schools

10-29-08

Learn How to Trim Your Grocery Bill

10-23-08

Senate President Helps Dedicate Prudence Crandall Statue Inside State Capitol

10-21-08

Senate President says “Governor Rell’s plan appears to be a prudent approach.”

10-14-08

Senate President says “Governor Rell’s plan appears to be a prudent approach.”

10-06-08

Senate Democrats Help Kick-off Energy Outreach Effort for Seniors

10-01-08

Lawmakers, Advocates: New Laws Will Help Protect Highway Workers on the Job

09-24-08

Democrats: Root Out Wasteful Spending Before Slashing Critical Services

09-23-08

Senate Democrats Launch Energy Assistance Web Page for Spanish-speaking Families

09-03-08

As Families Face the Fall — and the Home Heating Season — Senate Democrats Unveil Energy Assistance Web Page

08-22-08

Senate Democrats Lead Passage of Energy Assistance Bills

08-19-08

Sweeping Energy Assistance Plan to Be Finalized, With Friday Vote Expected

08-13-08

Williams Says 2008 Budget Surplus Now Estimated at $85 Million

08-04-08

Williams, Mayor Viens: New Bridge Means New Opportunities for Putnam

08-01-08

Williams Endorses Special Session to Approve Energy Assistance Package

07-31-08

State Senators Deliver Critical Funds to Help Keep New London as Port of Call for Cruise Ships

07-28-08

Senate Leaders Urge Connecticut’s Low-Income Seniors and Disabled Veterans to Cash in on $20 Million in Unclaimed Stimulus Payments

07-25-08

Democrats and Republicans Work Together to Rescue Old State House

07-25-08

Williams: Bridge Will Connect Putnam to New Economic Development Opportunities

07-24-08

Skyrocketing Energy Costs Among Issues Addressed at Upcoming Senior Fairs

07-22-08

Democratic Leaders Say Looming Home-Heating Crisis Requires Action Now

07-01-08

Senate Democrats Say Repeal of Gas Tax Hike--Which Takes Effect Today--Will Help Motorists

06-23-08

Democrats Want to Fix Governor Rell’s Costly Mistakes

06-18-08

Mortgage Bill Signed Into Law--Eastern Connecticut Families to Benefit

06-16-08

Less Taxpayer Money to Be Spent Growing Jobs in Other States

06-13-08

Williams Offers a Statement on Governor Rell’s Veto of Health Care Pooling Bill

06-12-08

Connecticut Main Street Recognizes Williams For Leadership, Commitment to Preservation

06-12-08

Williams and Looney Hail Results of Special Session

06-10-08

Legislature to Include Home Heating Oil Legislation Among Energy Action Items For Special Session

06-06-08

Williams Says New National Job Numbers Should Spur Governor Rell to Sign Business Friendly Bills

06-05-08

Senate Democrats Say Storm Clouds Are Over Connecticut - Special Session Should Include Action on Energy Crisis

06-05-08

HUSKY Expansion - One Year Later

06-02-08

Williams: Funding Will Help Lower Energy Costs For Important Nonprofit

05-30-08

Williams and Looney Agree With Governor Rell - Don’t Give Up on Ethics

05-27-08

Williams Says Governor Rell’s Veto of Minimum Wage Bill Will Hurt Working Families

05-23-08

New Legislation to Benefit Veterans and Their Families

05-14-08

Williams Hails State Investment in Mansfield Downtown Center

05-09-08

Williams: Legislation Could Help Get the Weeds Out of Quaddick Lake

05-07-08

Williams and Looney Urge Governor Rell to Sign Landmark Health Care Legislation

05-03-08

Williams Wins Approval of Bill That Will Ensure Less Taxpayer Money is Being Spent to Grow Jobs in Other States

05-01-08

Senate Democrats Lead Opposition to GOP Attempts to Change Constitution and Disenfranchise Voters

05-01-08

Senate Unanimously Passes Resolution That Could Allow 17 Year-olds to Vote

04-24-08

Democratic Senate Makes History - Passes 1st in the Nation Universal 401(k) Plan

04-24-08

Democratic Senate Passes Tougher Persistent Offender Bill, Allocates $10 Million For Criminal Justice

04-23-08

Williams: Measures Provide Needed Support, Recognition For Veterans and Families

04-21-08

1st of its Kind Universal 401(k) Plan Hits National Radar Screen

04-16-08

Williams Says Ethics Agreement is a Win For Connecticut Families

04-10-08

Williams Delivers $100k For Tourism Development in 22 Northeast Connecticut Towns

04-09-08

Williams Reminds Eastern Connecticut Families of Opportunity For Free Dental Care

04-01-08

Williams Supports Compromise Ethics Package

03-26-08

Senate Democratic Leadership Applauds Passage of Budget by Appropriations Committee

03-26-08

Nursing Home Staffing to Be Increased

03-26-08

Williams Addresses Windham Chamber of Commerce

03-26-08

Williams Delivers Funding For Northeast Corner Economic Development

03-25-08

Senate Democrats Say Too Much Connecticut Taxpayer Money is Being Spent to Grow Jobs in Other States

03-18-08

Williams Details Costs of Iraq War to Connecticut

03-13-08

Connecticut One Step Closer to Being National Leader on Helping People Save For Retirement

03-12-08

Williams Says Connecticut Can’t Drop the Ball on Broadwater

03-10-08

Williams and U.S. Representative Rosa DeLauro Say Consumers Have a Right to Know Where Contaminated Food is Distributed

03-06-08

Connecticut is One Step Closer to Bannning the Sale of Recalled Products and Toys

03-04-08

Senate Democrats & Other Caucuses Begin Negotiations With Governor Rell’s Office on Ethics Reforms

02-26-08

Williams Offers Testimony Today on Childhood Nutrition Programs

02-21-08

Connecticut Could Become First State to Offer State-Administered 401(k) Plan For Small Businesses

02-13-08

Senate Democrats Offer Amended Relief Plan For Connecticut Families - Urge Governor Rell to Get on Board

02-08-08

State Senate President Says For Once, Washington Can Be a Model For Hartford

02-01-08

Senate President Donald E. Williams, Jr. Offers Governor Rell a Blue-print For Cutting the Cost of Government

01-29-08

Senate Democrats Announce Emergency Relief Plan For Connecticut Families

01-24-08

Williams’ S.A.F.E. Schools Program Brings Grants For Security Improvements

01-24-08

Senate Democrats Take Aim at Dangerous Toys

01-22-08

Williams, Pawelkiewicz: Hardship Grant Provides Critical Support For Windham Hospital

01-22-08

Senate Democrats Lead Passage of Bi-partisan Criminal Justice Reform Bill

01-16-08

Senate Democrats Detail Proposed Reforms For Long Term Care, Nursing Homes in Connecticut

01-15-08

Senate Democrats Agree With Governor Rell on Need For Swift Action on Criminal Justice Reforms - But Question Her Calls For Delays

01-10-08

Blumenthal, Williams and Amann Call For Quitline Restoration With Money Already Appropriated

01-07-08

Democratic Leaders Announce Goals For Special Session on Criminal Justice Reforms

01-03-08

Williams Waits For Industry Response to Governor’s Charter Oak Prospectus

 

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 2007 archive and 2006 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.

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