Press Room
2009 Press Room Archive
Below are links to a complete archive of our 23 Senators’ press releases from 2009. There are also archives of 2006, 2007 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 | Fonfara | Gaffey | Gomes | Handley
Harp | Harris | Hartley | LeBeau | Looney | Maynard
McDonald | Meyer | Musto |Prague | Slossberg | Stillman | Williams
Senate Democratic Leadership
10-21-09
10-13-09
Legislative Majority Leaders Host Roundtable on Economic Development
10-02-09
Senate Democrats Pass Green Building Tax Credit
10-02-09
Senate President Offers Statement on Comptroller’s Letter
09-30-09
Machine Gun Ban for Those Under Age 16 Takes Effect Thursday
09-25-09
Statement from Senator Williams: “Disarray and confusion running rampant in Rell administration”
09-24-09
Senate Democrats Boost Economic Development in Downtown New Haven
09-16-09
Senate President Offers Statement on Latest Q-Poll
09-01-09
09-01-09
Senate President: Connecticut is One Step Closer to Ending Budget Crisis
08-25-09
Preschoolers Feeling Effect of Budget Impasse — and it Could Get Worse
08-24-09
School Children to Suffer from Gov. Rell’s Proposed Cuts to Healthy Meals Initiative
08-19-09
Emergency Physicians and Patients Fear On-Going Budget Stalemate Could Hurt LIFE STAR
08-10-09
Democrats Dismayed That Governor Opposes Cuts to Bureaucracy at DCF
08-07-09
Analysis: Governor Rell’s New Taxes and Fees Exceed Half a Billion Dollars
08-07-09
Democrats: Cuts to School-Based Health Centers Could Put Students at Risk This Fall
07-31-09
Governor’s Office Engaged in Reckless Smear
07-29-09
Autism Law Will Create Hope, Opportunity and a Better Life
07-24-09
Statement from Senate President on Final Determination of Size of Budget Deficit
07-22-09
Statement from Senate Democratic Leadership on New Quinnipiac Poll Results
07-20-09
Senate President’s Statement on Veto Session
07-15-09
Governor Rell Ignores the Cost of Doing Nothing
07-08-09
Senate President Says Governor Rell’s Veto of Conveyance Bill a Setback for Putnam
07-01-09
Democratic Leaders Continue to Fight for Connecticut Families and Businesses
06-25-09
Senate Democrats Pass Fair, Tough, Responsible Budget
06-18-09
Democrats Agree to Hundreds of Millions in Additional Budget Cuts
06-16-09
Public Safety to Suffer Under Governor’s Proposal to Cut Successful Prisoner Re-Entry Program
06-12-09
Senate Democrats Launch Budget Map of Connecticut
06-10-09
News Conference at Amistad Canceled Due to “Encouraging Talks” With Governor’s Office
06-09-09
Will State Budget Cuts Ground LIFE STAR Helicopter?
06-04-09
Statement of Senate President Donald E. Williams, Jr. on Governor Rell’s Veto of S.B. 1162
06-04-09
Democrats Keep Working for Budget Agreement
05-30-09
Statement of Senate President Donald E. Williams, Jr. Re: House Joint Resolution 122
05-29-09
Senate President Wants to Take the Politics Out of Budget Forecasting
05-28-09
Senate President Offers Statement on Governor Rell’s Budget Plan
05-28-09
Senate President Williams Recognized for Commitment to Children’s Issues
05-22-09
Looney Leads Passage of Bill That Protects Workers
05-22-09
Looney Supports Senate’s Repeal of Death Penalty
05-21-09
05-15-09
Looney and Crisco Gain Approval of Bill to Require Comprehensive Health Coverage for Autism
05-12-09
05-07-09
05-07-09
Senate Passes Bill That Will Allow Municipalities to Delay Revaluation
05-04-09
Governor Rell Passes on Request to Present Balanced Budget
04-30-09
Senate Majority Leader Praises Passage of Machine Gun Ban for Those Under the Age of 16
04-28-09
04-23-09
Senate Democrats: Pothole Patrol to Start Early This Year
04-20-09
Senate President Helps Deliver Funding for New Parking Garage at ECSU
04-06-09
Senate President Offers Statement on “Framework of an Agreement” Between Governor Rell & SEBAC
04-02-09
Senate President & Speaker of the House Say Budget Negotiations Should Begin Immediately
04-01-09
03-30-09
Senate President Proposes Changes to Governor Rell’s Budget to Save Connecticut Over $1 Billion
03-24-09
03-24-09
Senate President Says Eastern Connecticut Towns Getting Stimulus Money for Public Housing
03-23-09
New Haven Senators to Co-host Town Hall Forum This Saturday
03-20-09
Democratic Leaders Meet With President Obama at White House This Afternoon
03-18-09
Senate President Williams Proposes Surcharge on A.I.G. Bonuses
03-17-09
Senate Democrats Urge Speedy Implementation of Prescription Drug Plan for Seniors
03-12-09
Senate President Joins Press Conference With Dairy Farmers From Northeastern Connecticut
03-12-09
New Haven State Senators Offer ‘Resources for Jobseekers’ Web Page
03-11-09
03-10-09
Williams: Legislature’s Democrats Preserve School Security Grants for Putnam, Mansfield, Killingly
03-09-09
Senate President Requests Bipartisan Budget Meetings Begin This Week
03-05-09
Looney Helps Protect Security Funds for Hamden High School
03-04-09
Williams Says Governor Rell Should Continue to Look for Savings in Her Agencies
03-02-09
Williams Implements Cost-Savings Measures, Targets Additional Funds to Help State With Budget Gap
02-25-09
Williams, Looney Lead Passage of Billion-Dollar Deficit Mitigation Package
02-20-09
Senate President Offers Statement on New Budget Numbers
02-19-09
Majority Democrats to Identify $2.8 Billion in Budget Cuts
02-17-09
Majority Democrats to Identify $2.8 Billion in Budget Cuts
02-11-09
Williams Says His Focus is on Helping Families Weather This Economic Storm
02-11-09
Majority Democrats Crafting 3rd Deficit Mitigation Plan - Vote Targeted for February 25th
02-09-09
02-08-09
02-04-09
02-01-09
01-30-09
Senate Majority Leader and Speaker of the House Push Autism Insurance Bill
01-26-09
Senate, Environment Committee Leaders Unveil Expanded Bottle Bill Proposal
01-20-09
Looney Says Worsening Budget Deficit is a New Call for Action
01-15-09
Williams Says as Deficit Grows, Mitigation Momentum Must Continue
01-07-09
Williams Re-elected as Senate President
01-07-09
Looney Shares Honor as Longest Serving Member of the Legislature
01-06-09
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 2008 archive, 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.
Thomas A. Colapietro
09-29-09
New Law That Cracks Down on Identity Theft Takes Effect This Week
08-27-09
Hundreds of Seniors and Veterans Attend Special Expo in Bristol
08-17-09
Colapietro Asks Attorney General to Investigate Escalating Gas Prices
07-14-09
Colapietro: New Law Cracks Down on Identity Theft, Protects Victims
07-07-09
New Laws Will Help Protect Families From Errors at the Pharmacy
06-17-09
Colapietro’s Bill to Help Charitable Organizations Signed into Law by Governor
05-19-09
04-29-09
Colapietro Gains Approval of Bill Dealing With the Cancellation of Doctor’s Appointments
03-19-09
02-27-09
Colapietro Again Supports the End to Zone Pricing for Gas to Help Consumers
01-28-09
01-12-09
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 2008 archive, 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.
Eric D. Coleman
10-05-09
Coleman Says New Laws Will Promote Regional Cooperation, Help Save Taxpayer Money
05-29-09
Coleman Backs Bill That Will Allow Voters to Fill Vacant U.S. Senate Seats
05-29-09
Coleman Helps Gain Approval of Bill to Protect Neighborhoods From Foreclosed Properties
04-27-09
04-20-09
Coleman Says Regionalization Will Help Cities Save Money and Maintain Services
03-11-09
02-18-09
Coleman Honored by Connecicut Conference of Municipalities for His Efforts to Help Cities and Towns
01-22-09
Coleman Says Hartford to Receive Nearly $494,000 With the Restoration of Housing Abatement Funds
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 2008 archive, 2007 archive and 2006 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.
10-08-09
Crisco Welcomes Hundreds of Locals to Annual Senior Fair in Ansonia
10-01-09
Crisco Earns High Honor From Connecticut State Medical Society
09-30-09
Crisco & Harris Joined by Women’s Health Advocates to Kickoff Breast Cancer Awareness Month
09-25-09
Crisco Helps Win ‘STEAP’ Funding for Bethany Airport Hanger Improvements
09-24-09
Crisco to Host Annual Senior Fair in Ansonia Thursday, October 8, 2009
09-21-09
Statement From Senator Joseph J. Crisco, Jr. Re: Pratt & Whitney Plant Closings
09-21-09
Crisco Tours Hamden Sites Preserved, Bolstered by State Budget Agreement
09-10-09
Crisco & Gentile Announce $25,000 for Ansonia Nature Center
09-03-09
Crisco Says Federal Stimulus Funds Will Upgrade Downtown Naugatuck
09-02-09
Crisco, Looney Hail Continued Funding for Hamden’s Wintergreen Magnet School
08-28-09
Crisco Hails Government Funds for Ansonia; Praises Representative DeLauro, Mayor Dellavolpe
08-27-09
Crisco Calls for Strict Adherence to Minimum Staffing Levels for State Police
08-20-09
Crisco Testifies for Creation of New ‘Amity’ Probate Court District
08-17-09
Crisco Lauds Plan to Restore Natural Resources in Naugatuck Valley
07-29-09
Crisco Helps Restore New Measure of Protection for Corrections Officers
07-29-09
Autism Law Will Create Hope, Opportunity and a Better Life
07-20-09
Crisco Hails Veto Override; Welcomes Prospects for SustiNet Plan
07-15-09
Crisco Hails New Law Requiring More Coverage to Diagnose & Treat Autism
07-08-09
Crisco Denounces Veto of Bills to Advance Healthcare in Connecticut
07-08-09
Crisco, Representative Fontana Request Hearing to Weigh Proposed Anthem Rate Increases
07-02-09
Crisco says Governor Rell’s Veto of Health Insurance Bill Will Deny Children Needed Hearing Aids
06-26-09
06-19-09
06-16-09
06-10-09
Autism Bill Sponsored by Senators Looney and Crisco Gets Governor’s Signature
06-03-09
Crisco Leads Approval of Bill on Wellness Programs and Insurance Coverage
06-01-09
06-01-09
Crisco Rejects Governor Rell’s Budget Cutting Plan to Close Derby Courthouse
05-30-09
Crisco Gains Approval of Pooling Bill to Expand Health Care Coverage in Connecticut
05-28-09
Crisco and Looney Hail Final Approval of Ground Breaking Bill to Provide Full Coverage for Autism
05-27-09
Crisco Votes in Favor of Bill That Will Ban BPA in Certain Products Sold in Connecticut
05-28-09
05-19-09
Senate Approves Bill Introduced by Senator Crisco That Calls for Bone Morrow Transplant Testing
05-15-09
Crisco and Looney Gain Approval of Bill to Require Comprehensive Health Coverage for Autism
05-15-09
Crisco Joins in Efforts to Oppose Rate Hike Increase for United Illuminating
05-08-09
Crisco Supports Legislation to Help the Troubled Auto Industry in Connecticut
04-24-09
Crisco and Hartley Announce $103,333 in Funding for Improvements to Whittemore Library in Naugatuck
04-16-09
Acting Legend and Humanitarian Paul Newman Inducted Into Connecticut Hall of Fame
04-14-09
03-30-09
03-27-09
Crisco Backs Changes to Insurance Laws to Help Workers Maintain COBRA Health Coverage
03-24-09
Hartley and Crisco to Hold Town Hall Forum in Naugatuck on Budget and Other Key Issues
03-11-09
Crisco Protects $53,000 in Funding for School Safety Projects in Naugatuck
03-10-09
Crisco Supports Agreement on Legislation to Make Foreclosure Mediation Mandatory
03-05-09
Crisco Will Play Leadership Role With the Council of State Governments
02-13-09
Crisco Honored in Derby By the Dr. King Brotherhood Awards Committee
02-03-09
Crisco and Looney Secure $20,000 for Hamden Summer Concert Series
01-30-09
Crisco, Senate Majority Leader & Speaker of the House Push Autism Insurance Bill
01-21-09
Regulators Endorse Crisco’s Request to Reject Rate Hike for United Illuminating
01-15-09
Crisco Says Deficit Mitigation Plan Includes Restoration of Housing Abatement Funds
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 2008 archive, 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.
Eileen M. Daily
07-30-09
Daily, Staples Win Committee Support for New, Pared Revenue Package
07-20-09
Daily, Harp Lead Senate Veto Override to Require Consensus Revenue Forecasting
06-25-09
Daily, Harp Guide Senate Approval of ‘Austere’ $35.58 Billion Biennial Budget
05-06-09
Daily Wins Senate Approval of Bill to Provide Optional Revaluation Delays
04-24-09
Daily Wins Important State Funding for Library Improvements in Haddam
03-25-09
Daily Says Federal Stimulus Funding Will Help Portland Housing Authority
02-25-09
Daily, Harp Win Senate Vote for $1.2B Package to Reduce Current Budget Deficit
02-02-09
Daily, Harp Tout Link to Senate Democrats’ Budget Web Page as Valuable New Tool
01-26-09
Daily Receives Prestigious ‘Champion’ Award From Connecticut Council of Small Towns
01-14-09
Daily, Harp Guide Senate Approval for Interim Budget Deficit Mitigation Package
01-08-09
Daily, Harp Reassess TV/Film Tax Credits in Early Effort to Balance Two-Year Budget
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 her 2008 archive, 2007 archive and 2006 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
10-20-09
DeFronzo, Representative Guerrera Recognized by AARP for Dial-A-Ride Advocacy
10-02-09
New Britain Delegation Honors Local Businessman at State Capitol
09-25-09
DeFronzo: Local Dental Clinic Providing Services for HUSKY Kids, SAGA Patients
09-01-09
08-12-09
New Britain Lawmakers, House Speaker Fight to Continue Dial-A-Ride Program
07-20-09
DeFronzo Leads Chamber in Final Action Overriding Governor’s Veto of Transportation Bill
06-18-09
DeFronzo Named 2009 Friend of Public Transportation
06-16-09
DeFronzo: CHFA Credits Keep Friendship Center Supportive Housing on Track
06-03-09
New Britain Delegation Decries Governor’s Cuts That Would Cripple City’s Families, Businesses
05-29-09
DeFronzo Brings DMV Legislation Through Senate
05-26-09
DeFronzo Leads Senate in Approving Measure to Improve Bike, Pedestrian Access
05-26-09
DeFronzo, LeBeau: Senate Approves Legislation Boosting Bradley Airport
05-26-09
DeFronzo Leads Senate in Approving Ban on Open Alcoholic Containers in Motor Vehicles
05-18-09
05-06-09
DeFronzo: Final Action Will Help Support Auto Dealers in Uncertain Times
05-01-09
DeFronzo Recognized as Distinguished Alumni by UConn
04-23-09
Senate Democrats: Pothole Patrol to Start Early This Year
04-22-09
Finance Committee Action Targets Aid to New Britain, Local Communities
03-24-09
DeFronzo: Stimulus Funds on Their Way to New Britain and Surrounding Communities
03-13-09
Lawmakers, AARP Advocate to Preserve Municipal Dial-a-Ride Services
03-06-09
DeFronzo Talks Tolls in New Podcast Available From Senate Democrats
02-25-09
DeFronzo to Serve on Federal Stimulus Working Group
02-04-09
New Britain Delegation Remarks on Governor’s Proposed Biennial Budget
01-23-09
DeFronzo: $2.1 Million Will Help Bring CCSU Building to Fire Code Compliance
01-16-09
DeFronzo: Kensington Resident Named to Public Transportation Advisory Board
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 2008 archive, 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.
Paul R. Doyle
10-08-09
10-07-09
Doyle & Representatives Serra, Lesser Applaud New Law Regarding Soup Kitchen Health Code Compliance
09-24-09
Doyle Hails Senate Passage of Bill Creating New Probate Court System
05-27-09
Doyle Guides Probate Court Reform Through Senate: Wins Final Action on Bill
05-20-09
Doyle Welcomes State Champions from Cromwell to Capitol
04-27-09
Doyle Welcomes State Funding for Economic Development Project in Rocky Hill
04-23-09
Doyle: State Funds for Rocky Hill Veterans’ Home to Earn Matching Funds
03-13-09
Doyle Says New Web Link Available to Help Residents With Employment Issues
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 2008 archive, 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.
Bob Duff
10-02-09
09-29-09
2006 Law Delivers Tens of Thousands in Revenue to Norwalk, Darien
09-09-09
Duff: UConn–Stamford Study Shows Strong Support for Completion of Super 7
08-10-09
Connecticut Program Helps People Avoid Foreclosure
08-07-09
Banks Committee Chairs: Foreclosure Mediation Plan Continues to Save Connecticut Homes
08-05-09
Banks Committee Leaders Remark on Several Session Successes
07-28-09
Duff Reminds Consumers to Take Hold of Their Electric Costs
07-22-09
Duff Expresses Disappointment With Agency Response on Airspace Request
07-21-09
Duff: Measure Will Help Protect Consumers, Dealers in Used Car Sales
07-10-09
Statement From Banks Committee Chairs on AIG Plans to Pay Out More Executive Bonuses
07-01-09
Duff Offers Thanks to State DOT for Response to Several Local Issues
06-18-09
06-12-09
Duff, Local Directors: Loss of Family Resource Centers Would Leave Hundreds Without Support
06-11-09
Quiet Banking Bill Takes Aim at Debt Fixers
06-04-09
Duff to DOT: New Policy on Roadside Maintenance Needed
06-02-09
Duff Leads Senate in Final Action on Campus Credit Cards Bill
06-02-09
Duff, Representative Barry: Bill Calls for Mandatory Mediation in Foreclosure Cases
05-29-09
Duff, Representative. Barry Urge Governor’s Favorable Action on Bill to Combat Foreclosure Blight
05-28-09
Duff Recognized for Commitment to Children’s Issues
05-26-09
Duff: Action Would Provide Protection for Hedge Fund Consumers, Investors
05-22-09
Duff Travels To Washington, Witnesses White House Bill Signing
05-21-09
Duff Casts Vote in Favor of Banning BPA in Products Sold in Connecticut
05-19-09
Duff Moves Legislation to Protect Neighborhoods From Foreclosure Blight
05-06-09
Duff: Bill Approved in Senate Would Lead to Felony Charges for Mortgage Fraud
04-28-09
Norwalk Students Raise Child Abuse Awareness
04-09-09
Duff: City to Receive $100,000 Grant for Fodor Farm
03-27-09
Statement From Banks Committee Chairs on Key Findings From AIG Investigative Hearing
03-20-09
Banks Committee Chairs, Attorney General Issue Subpoenas for A.I.G. Employees
03-17-09
Duff Discusses Proposal for Mandatory Foreclosure Mediation in State
03-13-09
Duff, Representative Barry: Banks Committee Approves Legislation to Prevent Another Madoff
03-10-09
Duff, Advocates: Phased-In Approach Would Bring Green Cleaning to State’s Public Schools
02-27-09
Duff Delivers Opening Remarks at Banks Committee Investment Forum
02-26-09
02-06-09
Lawmakers Join Together, Call on President Obama to Order Reconsideration of Changed Airspace Plan
01-30-09
Duff Urges Congressional Delegation to Protect Connecticut’s Middle Class
01-14-09
Duff & Connecticut Trust: Funding Will Support Research, Nomination of Rowayton District
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 2008 archive, 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.
John W. Fonfara
10-08-09
08-20-09
Fonfara, Mayor Perez, and Chief Roberts Support Efforts to Improve Quality of Life Issues
06-02-09
Fonfara Helps Gain Approval of Bill That Will Maintain Health Care for Janitors in State Buildings
05-29-09
05-28-09
Fonfara Honors Glastonbury Little Leaguer for His Support of Little League in Hartford
04-20-09
Fonfara and Representative Roldan Oppose Proposed Waste Transfer Facility
03-11-09
03-06-09
02-10-09
Fonfara and Representative Kelvin Roldán Reintroduce Connecticut Promise Zones Legislation
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 2008 archive, 2007 archive and 2006 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
10-02-09
Gaffey Says New Budget Will Help Meriden Students, Property Tax Payers
08-11-09
Gaffey Slams Governor’s Budget Office For Cuts To Vo-Tech Teaching Staff, Athletics Programs
07-23-09
Gaffey Acts on News of Possible Pratt & Whitney Shutdown on Cheshire
07-08-09
Gaffey Hails Enactment of New Law to Provide On-Campus Credit Protections
06-19-09
Gaffey Wins Special Session Nod for Teacher Certification Reforms
06-03-09
Gaffey Hails Senate Approval for Bill to Provide On-Campus Credit Protections
01-01-09
Column: Opening Day Signals Start of Challening Budget Process
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 2008 archive, 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.
Ed Gomes
09-01-09
Gomes, Musto: Two Measures in Budget Bill Will Directly Benefit City of Bridgeport
05-21-09
Gomes, Musto: Legislation Will Save Jobs, Preserve Vital Services in Bridgeport
04-21-09
Gomes Welcomes State Funding for Repairs to Bridgeport Courthouse
03-17-09
Gomes, Musto Plan Budget Forum for Bridgeport Residents
03-11-09
Gomes: School Safety Grants Preserved to Keep Kids Safe
01-15-09
Gomes, Musto: Restoring Pilot, Abatement Will Help Keep Bridgeport Residents in Homes
01-07-09
Gomes: Work of Housing Committee Will Be More Important Than Ever
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 2008 archive, 2007 archive and 2006 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
10-16-09
Handley Welcomes Hundreds to Her 7th Senior Fair
10-01-09
Handley Welcomes State Funding for Local Improvements
09-22-09
Handley Celebrates National Falls Prevention Awareness Day
09-21-09
Handley Lauded for State Support for Manchester Food Pantry
07-13-09
Handley Seeks Arts, Travel, Sports Displays at Annual Senior Fair
07-08-09
Handley Welcomes New Law Concerning Credit Card Offers on College Campuses
05-28-09
Handley Recognized for Her Commitment to Children’s Issues
04-22-09
Handley Welcomes Dual Admission Program Between State Universities, Community Colleges
03-25-09
Handley, LeBeau Welcome $2 Million in Federal Stimulus Funds for Multi-Use Trail
03-13-09
Handley Protects School Safety Funds From Governor’s Budget Axe
02-11-09
Handley Announces $50,000 State Grant to Help the Poor Secure Specialty Medical Services
02-03-09
Handley Secures $10,000 State Grant for Marlborough Food Bank
01-29-09
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 2008 archive, 2007 archive and 2006 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
10-20-09
Harp, Looney Welcome Attorney General’s Ruling Re: Saving High Meadows Funding
10-19-09
Harp Honored by Community Action Groups for Her ‘Courage and Leadership’
09-24-09
Senate Democrats Boost Economic Development in Downtown New Haven
08-24-09
School Children to Suffer from Gov. Rell’s Proposed Cuts to Healthy Meals Initiative
08-17-09
07-20-09
Harp, Daily Lead Senate Veto Override to Require Consensus Revenue Forecasting
07-08-09
Harp ‘Extremely Disappointed’ as Rell Vetoes Two Healthcare Initiatives
07-08-09
Harp Criticizes Menu Labeling Veto, Says Declining Public Health Demands It
06-25-09
Harp, Daily Guide Senate Approval of ‘Austere’ $35.58 Billion Biennial Budget
06-19-09
Harp Directs Senate Approval of Bill to Fund Broad Job Training Programs
05-22-09
Harp Hails Senate’s Final Action to Repeal State’s Death Penalty Provision
05-15-09
Harp Welcomes Passage of Labor Deal to Help Balance Biennial Budget
04-21-09
Harp Speaks to Race Relations at Princeton Prize Awards Ceremony
03-23-09
New Haven Senators to Co-host Town Hall Forum This Saturday
03-12-09
New Haven State Senators Offer ‘Resources for Jobseekers’ Web Page
02-25-09
Harp, Daily Win Senate Vote for $1.2B Package to Reduce Current Budget Deficit
02-02-09
Harp, Daily Tout Link to Senate Democrats’ Budget Web Page as Valuable New Tool
01-14-09
Harp, Daily Guide Senate Approval for Interim Budget Deficit Mitigation Package
01-08-09
Harp, Daily Reassess TV/Film Tax Credits in Early Effort to Balance Two-Year Budget
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 2008 archive, 2007 archive and 2006 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
10-01-09
Harris Welcomes $1.4 Million in Federal Funds for Children’s Health
09-30-09
Harris & Crisco Joined by Women’s Health Advocates to Kickoff Breast Cancer Awareness Month
07-20-09
Harris Stands Up for Working Families, Supports Standard Wage Veto Override
07-02-09
Harris Disappointed in Governor Rell’s Veto of Menu Labeling Bill
05-30-09
Harris Leads Passage of ‘Sustinet’ Health Care Reform Bill
05-29-09
Harris Leads Passage of Ultrasound, Lyme Disease Bills
05-28-09
Harris Recognized for Commitment to Children’s Issues
05-15-09
Harris Votes for Insurance Coverage of Autism Disorders
04-30-09
Harris Welcomes Senate Passage of Cystic Fibrosis Screening Bill
04-27-09
Harris Behind the Wheel for First Ride of ITN North Central Connecticut
03-06-09
Harris Announces New Guidelines for Employment and Training Program
02-19-09
Harris Announces Senate Democrats’ Health Care Web Page
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 2008 archive, 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.
Joan Hartley
09-09-09
Waterbury Veterans to Receive Connecticut Wartime Service Medals Sept. 9th
08-10-09
Hartley Announces Support for Missing Persons Law
05-26-09
Hartley Gains Approval of Bill to Block Plans for a Waste to Energy Plant in Waterbury
04-24-09
Hartley Gains Senate Approval of Bill to Revise The Boundary Between Watertown and Waterbury
04-24-09
Hartley and Crisco Announce $103,333 in Funding for Improvements to Whittemore Library in Naugatuck
04-06-09
03-24-09
Hartley and Crisco to Hold Town Hall Forum in Naugatuck on Budget and Other Key Issues
03-16-09
Hartley and Representative Nardello to Office Hours March 21st at Prospect Senior Center
03-13-09
Lawmakers, AARP Advocate to Preserve Municipal Dial-a-Ride Services
03-12-09
Hartley Gains Committee Passage of Bill Dealing With Boundary Line Between Waterbury and Watertown
03-11-09
Hartley and Representative Butler to Hold Office Hours at OIC in Waterbury on March 14th
03-03-09
02-26-09
Hartley and Representative D’Amelio to Hold Office Hours
02-23-09
01-28-09
Waterbury Delegation Effort Keeps Heart Center Alive
01-28-09
01-26-09
Hartley Secures $135,000 to Renovate the St. Vincent Depaul Shelter in Waterbury
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 her 2008 archive, 2007 archive and 2006 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
10-26-09
LeBeau Welcomes Transfer of State Land for South Windsor Film Studio
10-13-09
Legislative Majority Leaders Host Roundtable on Economic Development
10-02-09
LeBeau Congratulates Riverside Health on National Quality Award
09-24-09
LeBeau Votes Again for Important Land Transfer for South Windsor
09-16-09
Statement of Senator Gary D. LeBeau on Today’s Release of State Economic Strategic Plan
09-11-09
LeBeau Reappointed as Vice-Chairman of National Labor and Economic Development Committee
09-04-09
LeBeau Questions Status of State Economic Development Plan
08-27-09
LeBeau Leery of Governor’s Cuts to Business and Jobs Programs
07-09-09
LeBeau Disappointed With Governor Rell’s Veto of Health Care Bills
07-08-09
LeBeau Criticizes Governor Rell for Playing Politics With Land Transfer Veto
06-15-09
LeBeau Expresses Concern With Third-Party Report on Film Tax Credits
06-05-09
LeBeau Secures Important State Land Transfer for South Windsor
06-02-09
Legislature Unanimously Passes LeBeau’s Fatherhood and Families Bill
05-26-09
LeLeau, DeFronzo: Senate Approves Legislation Boosting Bradley Airport
05-18-09
05-15-09
LeBeau Re-Appointed as Co-Chairman of New Task Force on Fatherhood
04-30-09
LeBeau Moves Pro-Business Legislation Through Senate
04-20-09
LeBeau Welcomes State Bonding to Help Fix East Hartford Levee
03-25-09
LeBeau, Handley Welcome $2 Million in Federal Stimulus Funds for Multi-Use Trail
03-23-09
LeBeau Unveils His Unicameral Legislature Bill
03-20-09
LeBeau to Debate His Single-Chamber Legislature Bill
03-19-09
LeBeau Appointed to New Commission Charged With Reducing State Costs, Improving Efficiency
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 2008 archive, 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.
Martin M. Looney
10-20-09
Looney, Harp Welcome Attorney General’s Ruling Re: Saving High Meadows Funding
10-13-09
Legislative Majority Leaders Host Roundtable on Economic Development
10-02-09
Senate Democrats Pass Green Building Tax Credit
09-30-09
Machine Gun Ban for Those Under Age 16 Takes Effect Thursday
09-24-09
Senate Democrats Boost Economic Development in Downtown New Haven
09-02-09
Looney, Crisco Hail Continued Funding for Hamden’s Wintergreen Magnet School
09-01-09
08-24-09
School Children to Suffer from Gov. Rell’s Proposed Cuts to Healthy Meals Initiative
07-31-09
Governor’s Office Engaged in Reckless Smear
07-29-09
Autism Law Will Create Hope, Opportunity and a Better Life
07-24-09
Democrats to Present Revised Budget Next Week
07-22-09
Statement from Senate Democratic Leadership on New Quinnipiac Poll Results
07-15-09
Governor Rell Ignores the Cost of Doing Nothing
07-09-09
Majority Leader Looney, Prague Hail Enactment of Law Creating State’s Nursing Home Bill of Rights
07-07-09
New Laws Will Help Protect Families From Errors at the Pharmacy
07-01-09
Democratic Leaders Continue to Fight for Connecticut Families and Businesses
06-10-09
Autism Bill Sponsored by Senators Looney and Crisco Gets Governor’s Signature
06-04-09
Democrats Keep Working for Budget Agreement
05-28-09
Looney and Crisco Hail Final Approval of Ground Breaking Bill to Provide Full Coverage for Autism
05-22-09
Looney Leads Passage of Bill That Protects Workers
05-22-09
Looney Supports Senate’s Repeal of Death Penalty
05-21-09
05-15-09
Looney and Crisco Gain Approval of Bill to Require Comprehensive Health Coverage for Autism
05-07-09
Senate Passes Bill That Will Allow Municipalities to Delay Revaluation
05-04-09
Governor Rell Passes on Request to Present Balanced Budget
04-30-09
Senate Majority Leader Praises Passage of Machine Gun Ban for Those Under the Age of 16
03-24-09
03-23-09
New Haven Senators to Co-host Town Hall Forum This Saturday
03-12-09
New Haven State Senators Offer ‘Resources for Jobseekers’ Web Page
03-05-09
Looney Helps Protect Security Funds for Hamden High School
02-25-09
Looney, Williams Lead Passage of Billion-Dollar Deficit Mitigation Package
02-17-09
Looney Welcomes Governor Rell’s Attempt at Reconciling Budget Projections
02-11-09
Majority Democrats Crafting 3rd Deficit Mitigation Plan — Vote Targeted for February 25th
02-09-09
Majority Leader Taps Former Rep. Bill Dyson for Judicial Selection Commission
02-04-09
02-03-09
Looney and Crisco Secure $20,000 for Hamden Summer Concert Series
01-30-09
Senate Majority Leader & Speaker of the House Push Autism Insurance Bill
01-20-09
Looney Says Worsening Budget Deficit is a New Call for Action
01-07-09
Looney Shares Honor as Longest Serving Member of the Legislature
Senator Looney’s press aide is Derek Slap. He can be reached at (860) 240-8641.
Additional press releases by Senator Looney can be found in his 2008 archive, 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.
Andrew Maynard
10-02-09
Maynard Votes to Restore Long Island Sound Account, Preserve Funding
10-02-09
Maynard: Stonington, North Stonington Set to Receive Stimulus Grants for Safety
06-09-09
Will State Budget Cuts Ground LIFE STAR Helicopter?
05-28-09
Maynard Honored by Alliance for Commitment to Children
05-27-09
Maynard, Stillman: Senate Moves Legislation Supporting Sub Base
05-26-09
Maynard, Stillman Help Win Senate Approval for Pilot Program to Allow Land Value Tax in New London
05-14-09
Maynard, Stillman Push Legislation Supporting Sub Base
05-06-09
Maynard Leads Senate in Making Tax Exemption Process Simpler for Disabled Vets
04-22-09
Maynard: $20M in State Funds Set to be Approved for Route 1 Bridge
04-01-09
Maynard: Charter Air Service Between Groton, Nantucket to Begin June 4
03-26-09
Maynard, Representative Welcome $910,000 Coming to Stonington From Federal Stimulus Program
03-25-09
Veterans’ Committee Chairs Commend Committee Clerk for Meritorious Service Award
03-23-09
Maynard: Send Homelessness Stimulus Funds to Southeastern Region
02-17-09
Maynard: Retired Veterans May Be Eligible for New Income Tax Exemption This Year
01-30-09
Maynard, Representative Reynolds Request Meeting With Governor on Norwich Hospital Property
01-13-09
Maynard, Stillman: State’s Tourism Industry Strong, Must be Maintained to Preserve Economy
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, 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.
Andrew J. McDonald
07-27-09
McDonald Urges Governor Rell to Keep Wright Tech School Open
06-19-09
06-02-09
McDonald Secures Transportation Wins for Stamford, Fairfield County
05-28-09
McDonald Lauded for His Commitment to Children’s Issues
05-27-09
McDonald Endorses Historic Changes to Probate Court System
05-05-09
Judiciary Committee to Hear Proposals Streamlining Death Penalty Process, Handling Prison Population
04-29-09
McDonald, Judiciary Committee Approve Gasoline Fair Pricing Bill
04-23-09
Statement of Senator Andrew J. McDonald on the Signing Into Law of S. B. 899
04-03-09
Judiciary Committee Votes to Return $2 Million to Client Security Fund
03-25-09
McDonald Honored With Roger Sherman Public Service Award
03-11-09
Statement of Senator Andrew J. McDonald Re: S.B. 1098
03-10-09
03-09-09
01-06-09
Judiciary Committee Approves New Rule Regarding Racial and Ethnic Disparity Impact Statements
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 2008 archive, 2007 archive and 2006 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
10-01-09
Meyer Supports Agreement to Save Griswold Airport as Open Space
09-16-09
Meyer’s Senior Fair Attracts More Than 100 for Health and Wellness Advice
08-24-09
School Children to Suffer from Gov. Rell’s Proposed Cuts to Healthy Meals Initiative
8-10-09
Democrats Dismayed That Governor Opposes Cuts to Bureaucracy at DCF
08-05-09
Meyer To Host 12th District Senior Fair
07-29-09
Meyer Urges Legislative Review of Connecticut’s Clean Water Regulations and Spending
07-20-09
Meyer Stands Up for Long Island Sound, Fiscal Responsibility
07-01-09
Meyer Sponsors New State Law Regarding Drunken Boating
06-17-09
Meyer Helps Break Ground for Soundview Family YMCA in Branford
05-28-09
Meyer Recognized for His Commitment to Children’s Issues
05-21-09
Meyer Leads Senate Passage of Bisphenol-A Ban in Baby Bottles, Sports Bottles, Food Containers
05-13-09
Meyer Votes for Important Public Health and Safety Measures
05-04-09
Column: The Dilemma of Balancing the State Budget
04-22-09
Meyer, Secretary Bysiewicz Issue Earth Day Call for Electronic Filing of Annual Business Reports
04-15-09
Meyer’s Clean Drinking Water Bill Passes Senate Unanimously
04-13-09
Meyer Hails Federal Government’s Rejection of Broadwater Appeal
03-24-09
Meyer, Representative Reed Welcome $5.4 Million Investment to Expand Branford Train Parking Lot
03-13-09
Meyer, Stillman Applaud Bill to Create Joint Connecticut-New York Commission on Long Island Sound
01-26-09
Meyer Joined by Senate Leaders in Unveiling Expanded Bottle Bill
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 2008 archive, 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.
Anthony J. Musto
10-20-09
Statement From Senator Musto on Announcement of $15M for Bridgeport Facility
09-03-09
Musto Encourages Area Residents to Donate Blood in Bridgeport on September 16
09-01-09
Musto, Gomes: Two Measures in Budget Bill Will Directly Benefit City of Bridgeport
08-10-09
Democrats Dismayed That Governor Opposes Cuts to Bureaucracy at DCF
06-03-09
Musto: Reforms Designed to Improve Function, Accountability at DCF
05-21-09
Musto, Gomes: Legislation Will Save Jobs, Preserve Vital Services in Bridgeport
05-19-09
Musto Leads Senate in Final Action on Bill to Track State’s “Stuck Kids”
04-30-09
Musto: Bill Encouraging Brownfields Remediation Moves Forward in Legislature
03-17-09
Musto, Gomes Plan Budget Forum for Bridgeport Residents
01-29-09
Meet Senator Anthony Musto: Freshman Senator Featured on Latest Podcast From Senate Democrats
01-15-09
Musto, Gomes: Restoring Pilot, Abatement Will Help Keep Bridgeport Residents in Homes
01-07-09
Musto Takes Oath Office as Senator for 22nd District
Senator Musto’s press aide is Jaclyn Falkowski. She can be reached at (860) 240-8671.
Additional press releases by Senator Musto can be found in his 2008 archive, 2007 archive and 2006 archive. His most recent releases can be found in his section of the Press Room. For more information on Senator Musto, visit his Web page.
Edith G. Prague
10-20-09
Nearly Two Hundred Gather for Mansfield Senior Fair
08-27-09
Statement on CRRA’s Decision to Abandon New Ash Dump Plan in Franklin
07-09-09
Prague, Majority Leader Looney Hail Enactment of Law Creating State’s Nursing Home Bill of Rights
06-16-09
Public Safety to Suffer Under Governor’s Proposal to Cut Successful Prisoner Re-Entry Program
06-12-09
An Open Letter to Governor M. Jodi Rell Regarding Franklin Ash Dump Legislation
06-09-09
Will State Budget Cuts Ground LIFE STAR Helicopter?
06-02-09
Prague Earns Final Action on Bill to Upgrade Compensation for Custodians
05-22-09
Prague Votes for Legislation to Repeal Death Penalty in Connecticut
05-20-09
Prague Wins Senate Nod for Bill to Prohibit ‘Captive Audience’ in Workplace
04-30-09
Prague Wins Senate Nod For ‘Silver Alert’ Plan to Help Locate Lost Seniors
04-14-09
Prague, Attorney General Blumenthal Promote Initiative to Protect Disability Recipients
03-25-09
Prague Welcomes Federal Funding to Help Norwich Housing Authority
03-13-09
Lawmakers, AARP Advocate to Preserve Municipal Dial-a-Ride Services
03-11-09
02-09-09
Prague Launches Legislative Effort to Provide Paid Sick Leave For Workers
02-09-09
Prague Calls on JRC to Disqualify Judge Cofield After Judicial ‘Misconduct’
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 2008 archive, 2007 archive and 2006 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
10-02-09
Slossberg Votes to Restore Long Island Sound Funding, Preserve Dedicated Account
07-17-09
Slossberg Presents Tool for Local Leaders to Save on Goods, Services
06-26-09
Slossberg Statement on Governor Rell’s Signing of U.S. Senate Vacancy Legislation
06-02-09
Slossberg: Final Action Delivers Senate Vacancy to Governor’s Desk
05-29-09
Slossberg Leads Senate in Returning Power to Fill Senate Vacancy to Voters
05-07-09
Slossberg Asks Governor Rell to Reconsider Hiring Staff for Stimulus Program
03-18-09
03-12-09
Slossberg Sends Letter to All District Parishes, Expresses Opposition to SB 1098
03-03-09
Slossberg Appoints Milford Attorney to Serve on Devon Revitalization Committee
02-25-09
Slossberg to Chair New Commission on Agency Consolidation, Efficiency
02-18-09
Slossberg Calls for Administration’s Stimulus Contracting Plans
02-06-09
Slossberg Offers Testimony in Support of West Haven Cultural Arts Center
02-03-09
Slossberg, Representive Spallone: Committee Weighing Municipal Concerns With Public’s Right to Know
01-23-09
Slossberg: Funding Keeps First Phase of Moses Wheeler Replacement on Track
01-23-09
Slossberg: Funding Continues State’s Support of West Haven, Mass Transit
01-21-09
Slossberg Urges DPUC to Adopt United Illuminating Draft Decision
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 2008 archive, 2007 archive and 2006 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
07-20-09
Stillman Welcomes Senate Override of Vetoed Long Island Sound Commission
07-02-09
06-09-09
Will State Budget Cuts Ground LIFE STAR Helicopter?
06-02-09
Stillman Wins Approval for Scouts to Resume Labor Day Coffee/Rest Stop on I-95
05-27-09
Stillman, Maynard: Senate Moves Legislation Supporting Sub Base
05-26-09
Stillman, Maynard Help Win Senate Approval for Pilot Program to Allow Land Value Tax in New London
05-19-09
Stillman, Representative Jutila Hail Final Action to Allow Route 11 Greenway Acquisitions
05-14-09
Stillman, Maynard Push Legislation Supporting Sub Base
04-27-09
Stillman, Moukawsher Advance Land Value Taxation Bill for New London
04-22-09
Stillman Hails Imminent State Funds for I-95, New London Library Upgrades
04-13-09
Stillman, Fasano Welcome Rejection by Feds of Broadwater Appeal
03-13-09
Stillman, Meyer Applaud Bill to Create Joint Connecticut-New York Commission on Long Island Sound
03-11-09
Stillman Appointed to Leadership Post at Council of State Governments
03-04-09
Stillman Wants to Keep Local Scouts’ Labor Day Weekend Coffee Stop Perking
03-03-09
Stillman, Focused on Youth, Kicks Off Problem Gambling Awareness Week
01-13-09
Stillman, Maynard: State’s Tourism Industry Strong, Must be Maintained to Preserve Economy
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 2008 archive, 2007 archive and 2006 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.
10-21-09
10-20-09
Nearly Two Hundred Gather for Mansfield Senior Fair
10-06-09
Williams: Canterbury, Mansfield, And Scotland to Receive Special State Grants
10-02-09
Senate President Offers Statement on Comptroller’s Letter
09-25-09
Statement from Senator Williams: “Disarray and confusion running rampant in Rell administration”
09-24-09
Williams: Transfer of Armory Building to Putnam Will Spur Town’s Growth
09-16-09
Senate President Offers Statement on Latest Q-Poll
09-01-09
Senate President: Connecticut is One Step Closer to Ending Budget Crisis
08-25-09
Preschoolers Feeling Effect of Budget Impasse — and it Could Get Worse
08-21-09
Successful Prisoner Reentry Program Faces Elimination
08-19-09
Emergency Physicians and Patients Fear On-Going Budget Stalemate Could Hurt LIFE STAR
08-10-09
Democrats Dismayed That Governor Opposes Cuts to Bureaucracy at DCF
08-07-09
Analysis: Governor Rell’s New Taxes and Fees Exceed Half a Billion Dollars
07-24-09
Statement from Senate President on Final Determination of Size of Budget Deficit
07-24-09
Democrats to Present Revised Budget Next Week
07-22-09
Statement from Senate Democratic Leadership on New Quinnipiac Poll Results
07-20-09
Senate President’s Statement on Veto Session
07-15-09
Governor Rell Ignores the Cost of Doing Nothing
07-08-09
Senate President Says Governor Rell’s Veto of Conveyance Bill a Setback for Putnam
07-01-09
Democratic Leaders Continue to Fight for Connecticut Families and Businesses
06-25-09
Senate Democrats Pass Fair, Tough, Responsible Budget
06-18-09
Democrats Agree to Hundreds of Millions in Additional Budget Cuts
06-16-09
Public Safety to Suffer Under Governor’s Proposal to Cut Successful Prisoner Re-Entry Program
06-12-09
Senate Democrats Launch Budget Map of Connecticut
06-10-09
News Conference at Amistad Canceled Due to “Encouraging Talks” With Governor’s Office
06-09-09
Will State Budget Cuts Ground LIFE STAR Helicopter?
06-04-09
Statement of Senate President Donald E. Williams, Jr. on Governor Rell’s Veto of S.B. 1162
06-04-09
Williams: Bill Gives Putnam Ownership of Armory Building for Local Use
05-30-09
Statement of Senate President Donald E. Williams, Jr. Re: House Joint Resolution 122
05-29-09
Senate President Wants to Take the Politics Out of Budget Forecasting
05-28-09
Senate President Offers Statement on Governor Rell’s Budget Plan
05-28-09
Senate President Wants to Take the Politics Out of Budget Forecasting
05-14-09
Maynard, Stillman Push Legislation Supporting Sub Base
05-12-09
05-07-09
05-04-09
Governor Rell Passes on Request to Present Balanced Budget
04-28-09
04-23-09
Senate Democrats: Pothole Patrol to Start Early This Year
04-20-09
Senate President Helps Deliver Funding for New Parking Garage at ECSU
04-06-09
Senate President Offers Statement on “Framework of an Agreement” Between Governor Rell & SEBAC
04-02-09
Senate President & Speaker of the House Say Budget Negotiations Should Begin Immediately
04-01-09
03-30-09
Senate President Proposes Changes to Governor Rell’s Budget to Save Connecticut Over $1 Billion
03-27-09
03-26-09
Senate President Says Governor Rell Continues to Mislead Connecticut Families
03-24-09
Senate President Says Eastern Connecticut Towns Getting Stimulus Money for Public Housing
03-20-09
Democratic Leaders Meet With President Obama at White House This Afternoon
03-18-09
Senate President Williams Proposes Surcharge on A.I.G. Bonuses
03-17-09
Senate Democrats Urge Speedy Implementation of Prescription Drug Plan for Seniors
03-12-09
Senate President Joins Press Conference With Dairy Farmers From Northeastern Connecticut
03-11-09
03-10-09
Williams: Legislature’s Democrats Preserve School Security Grants for Putnam, Mansfield, Killingly
03-09-09
Senate President Requests Bipartisan Budget Meetings Begin This Week
03-04-09
Williams Says Governor Rell Should Continue to Look for Savings in Her Agencies
03-02-09
Williams Implements Cost-Savings Measures, Targets Additional Funds to Help State With Budget Gap
02-25-09
Williams, Looney Lead Passage of Billion-Dollar Deficit Mitigation Package
02-20-09
Senate President Offers Statement on New Budget Numbers
02-11-09
Williams Says His Focus is on Helping Families Weather This Economic Storm
02-11-09
Majority Democrats Crafting 3rd Deficit Mitigation Plan - Vote Targeted for February 25th
02-09-09
02-08-09
02-04-09
02-01-09
01-26-09
Senate, Environment Committee Leaders Unveil Expanded Bottle Bill Proposal
01-15-09
Williams Says as Deficit Grows, Mitigation Momentum Must Continue
01-07-09
Williams Re-elected as Senate President
01-06-09
Legislative Leaders Say 2009 Session Requires New Approach
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 2008 archive, 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.
