Month: January 2019

Newington Housing Authority Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List is Open

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Newington Housing Authority Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List is Open

The Newington Housing Authority Housing Choice voucher waiting list is open. The waiting list period will conclude on Friday, January 25 at 11:59 pm.

“Everyone needs a roof over their head,” said State Senator Matt Lesser (D-Middletown), “I support the work of the Newington Housing Authority to provide affordable shelter for those in need.”

Go to waitlistcheck.com to apply. 250 applicants will be placed on the waiting list by random lottery. Applicants who need assistance completing the application due to a disability can make a reasonable accommodation request to the Housing Authority by calling (860) 522-1028.

For more information on how you can apply, please contact Sen. Lesser at 860-240-0511.

About Sen. Lesser: State Senator Matt Lesser was first elected in 2018 to represent the ninth Senate District which consists of Cromwell, Middletown, Newington, Rocky Hill and Wethersfield. Prior to being elected to the State Senate, he was a State Representative for the city of Middletown. He has been a principle author of Connecticut’s Student Loan Bill of Rights, the first in the nation, a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing waste and a major workplace safety law later adapted as a national standard. He has been honored by the Connecticut chapter of the AARP and has been named a champion by the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters.

Bradley Votes to Approve Diverse, 
Bipartisan Group of Superior Court Judges

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Bradley Votes to Approve Diverse, 
Bipartisan Group of Superior Court Judges

 

Today State Senator Dennis Bradley (D-Bridgeport) voted for the approval of four (4) Superior Court judge’s. Sen. Bradley voted for the approval of the following judge’s, all nominated by Governor Ned Lamont:

     

  • The Honorable Lisa Kelly Morgan (Wethersfield)
  • The Honorable M. Nawaz Wahla (Glastonbury)
  • The Honorable Hunchu Kwak (Portland)
  • The Honorable John M. Newson (Brooklyn)

 

“I’m pleased to vote for the approval of such a diverse group of judge’s,” Sen. Bradley said. “They not only bring different viewpoints, but also intelligence and experience to continue to serve this state fairly.”

 

The group of judges will now be voted on by the entire State Senate and House of Representatives. If approved by both chamber of the General Assembly the judges will serve another 8 year term on the Superior Court.

Join State Sen. James Maroney for Coffee and Conversation at Starbucks in Woodbridge on Thursday, Jan. 24 at 8 AM

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Join State Sen. James Maroney for Coffee and Conversation at Starbucks in Woodbridge on Thursday, Jan. 24 at 8 AM

Join State Senator James Maroney (D-Milford) Thursday, Jan. 24 at 8 am at Starbucks (1660 Litchfield Turnpike, Woodbridge) for conversation on issues that matter most to you and a cup of your favorite coffee.

“I want to know what’s on the minds of the people living in this great district,” said Sen. Maroney. “I’m excited to work together and have honest, open conversation about some of the issues you discuss with your family at the dinner table.”

Sen. Maroney will hold Coffee and Conversation meet-ups across the 14th District, which consists of Milford, Orange, West Haven and Woodbridge.

Up in Hartford, Sen. Maroney is working hard to get legislation passed that will provide computer science and coding education to every middle and high school student in the state of Connecticut. He also voted to provide no interest loans to federal workers in Connecticut impacted by the partial government shutdown.

About Sen. Maroney: James Maroney was first elected to represent the 14th District (Milford) in 2018. Before being elected to the Senate, he was a State Representative for the 119th District from 2012-2014, where he served on the Higher Education Committee. Due to his distinguished service on the Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee, he was asked to serve on the Planning Commission for Higher Education and help develop a strategic plan for higher education in Connecticut.

Duff Leads Passage Of Bipartisan Bill To Help Federal Employees During President Trump’s Government Shutdown

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Duff Leads Passage Of Bipartisan Bill To Help Federal Employees During President Trump’s Government Shutdown

HARTFORD – State Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff (D-Norwalk) and the Connecticut State Senate voted today on an overwhelming and bipartisan basis to financially help the estimated 1,500 federal employees who live and work in Connecticut but who have been furloughed without pay due to President Donald Trump’s ongoing federal government shutdown.

The Senate voted 32-1 in favor of House Bill 5765, “AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE FEDERAL SHUTDOWN AFFECTED EMPLOYEES LOAN PROGRAM AND PROVIDING ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE TO FEDERAL EMPLOYEES.”

This bill was sponsored by all six legislative leaders from both the Democratic and Republican caucuses, and was crafted with the input and endorsement of Governor Ned Lamont and the Connecticut Bankers Association.

“The Trump shutdown has now gone on for over a month and Connecticut families are hurting,” said Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff (D-Norwalk). “Today, we are providing immediate relief for federal employees and their families in order for them to make everyday expenses. I am proud Connecticut is stepping up to help thousands of federal employees and hope President Trump ends his shutdown soon and stops harming the working people of our state.”

The bill – which becomes effective immediately upon Governor Ned Lamont’s signature – affects approximately 1,500 federal furloughed employees, non-furloughed employees, and furloughed employees who have bene called back to work.

The new program calls for the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) to guarantees loans to eligible employees from private banks. The loans are equal to $5,000 or the regular monthly take-home pay of an employee (whichever is lower), minus any unemployment the employee may be receiving.

Eligible employees may receive up to three loans, one for each 30 day period of the shutdown. Loans are interest-free for 270 days after the shutdown, and the loans must be repaid within 270 days of the end of the federal shutdown in three to six installment payments.

The State of Connecticut is guaranteeing just 10% of the aggregate amount loaned.

The bill also allows (but does not require) municipalities and/or special taxing districts to offer local tax deferment programs and/or water/sewer payment deferments to federal employees affected by the shutdown.

Senator Moore Votes For Bipartisan Bill to Help Federal Employees During President Trump’s Government Shutdown

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Senator Moore Votes For Bipartisan Bill to Help Federal Employees During President Trump’s Government Shutdown

State Senator Marilyn Moore (D-Bridgeport) and the Connecticut State Senate voted today on an overwhelming and bipartisan basis to financially help the estimated 1,500 federal employees who live and work in Connecticut but who have been furloughed without pay due to President Donald Trump’s ongoing federal government shutdown.

The Senate voted 32-1 in favor of House Bill 5765, “AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE FEDERAL SHUTDOWN AFFECTED EMPLOYEES LOAN PROGRAM AND PROVIDING ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE TO FEDERAL EMPLOYEES.”

This bill was sponsored by all six legislative leaders from both the Democratic and Republican caucuses, and was crafted with the input and endorsement of Governor Ned Lamont and the Connecticut Bankers Association.

“I was proud to stand in full support of a bill that offers immediate assistance to families affected by the Trump shutdown,” said Sen. Moore. “We didn’t sit idly by as residents suffered because of problems in Washington D.C., but rather we are providing no interest loans to families so they can put gas in their cars, feed their children and make ends meet that they’ve unfairly struggled with over the last 30 days.”
The bill—which becomes effective immediately upon Governor Ned Lamont’s signature—affects approximately 1,500 federal furloughed employees, non-furloughed employees, and furloughed employees who have been called back to work.

The new program calls for the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) to guarantees loans to eligible employees from private banks. The loans are equal to $5,000 or the regular monthly take-home pay of an employee (whichever is lower), minus any unemployment the employee may be receiving.

Eligible employees may receive up to three loans, one for each 30 day period of the shutdown. Loans are interest-free for 270 days after the shutdown, and the loans must be repaid within 270 days of the end of the federal shutdown in three to six installment payments.

The State of Connecticut is guaranteeing just 10 percent of the aggregate amount loaned.

The bill also allows (but does not require) municipalities and/or special taxing districts to offer local tax deferment programs and/or water/sewer payment deferments to federal employees affected by the shutdown.

Senator Flexer Lauds Bipartisan Bill To Help Federal Employees During President Trump’s Government Shutdown

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Senator Flexer Lauds Bipartisan Bill To Help Federal Employees During President Trump’s Government Shutdown

HARTFORD – State Senator Mae Flexer (D-Killingly) and the Connecticut State Senate voted today on an overwhelming and bipartisan basis to financially help the estimated 1,500 federal employees who live and work in Connecticut but who have been furloughed without pay due to President Donald Trump’s ongoing federal government shutdown.

The Senate voted 32-1 in favor of House Bill 5765, “AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE FEDERAL SHUTDOWN AFFECTED EMPLOYEES LOAN PROGRAM AND PROVIDING ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE TO FEDERAL EMPLOYEES.”

This bill was sponsored by all six legislative leaders from both the Democratic and Republican caucuses, and was crafted with the input and endorsement of Governor Ned Lamont and the Connecticut Bankers Association.

“Too many people are suffering from President Trump’s needless government shutdown and I am glad Connecticut could come together in a bipartisan way to help these families that are struggling,” said Senator Mae Flexer (D-Killingly). “The Trump shutdown continues to hurt Connecticut residents for no good reason and this charade needs to end. This new law will provide much needed financial relief while Washington remains in gridlock.”

The bill – which becomes effective immediately upon Governor Ned Lamont’s signature – affects approximately 1,500 federal furloughed employees, non-furloughed employees, and furloughed employees who have bene called back to work.

The new program calls for the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) to guarantees loans to eligible employees from private banks. The loans are equal to $5,000 or the regular monthly take-home pay of an employee (whichever is lower), minus any unemployment the employee may be receiving.

Eligible employees may receive up to three loans, one for each 30 day period of the shutdown. Loans are interest-free for 270 days after the shutdown, and the loans must be repaid within 270 days of the end of the federal shutdown in three to six installment payments.

The State of Connecticut is guaranteeing just 10% of the aggregate amount loaned.

The bill also allows (but does not require) municipalities and/or special taxing districts to offer local tax deferment programs and/or water/sewer payment deferments to federal employees affected by the shutdown.

Bergstein, Senate Passes Bipartisan Bill to Help Federal Employees in Connecticut Survive Government Shutdown

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Bergstein, Senate Passes Bipartisan Bill to Help Federal Employees in Connecticut Survive Government Shutdown

State Senator Alex Bergstein (D-Greenwich) and the Connecticut State Senate voted today on an overwhelming and bipartisan basis to financially help the estimated 1,500 federal employees who live and work in Connecticut but who have been furloughed without pay due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.

The Senate voted 32-1 in favor of House Bill 5765, “AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE FEDERAL SHUTDOWN AFFECTED EMPLOYEES LOAN PROGRAM AND PROVIDING ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE TO FEDERAL EMPLOYEES.”

This bill was sponsored by all six legislative leaders from both the Democratic and Republican caucuses, and was crafted with the input and endorsement of Governor Ned Lamont and the Connecticut Bankers Association.

“I want to thank Governor Lamont and the Democratic and Republican leaders of the legislature for their support of this legislation. This is an excellent example of the public-private partnerships that can be used to solve some of Connecticut’s most pressing issues,” said Sen. Bergstein, who is the Senate Chair of the Banking Committee who brought the bill out on the floor of the Senate for debate. “As Banking Committee chairman, I applaud the civic spirit of the Connecticut banks who are providing 90 percent of the financial aid offered in this bill. This legislation allows federal employees to make their mortgage payments and feed their families during this time of uncertainty.”

The bill—which becomes effective immediately upon Gov. Lamont’s signature—affects approximately 1,500 federal furloughed employees, non-furloughed employees, and furloughed employees who have bene called back to work.

The new program calls for the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) to guarantees loans to eligible employees from private banks. The loans are equal to $5,000 or the regular monthly take-home pay of an employee (whichever is lower), minus any unemployment the employee may be receiving.

Eligible employees may receive up to three loans, one for each 30 day period of the shutdown. Loans are interest-free for 270 days after the shutdown, and the loans must be repaid within 270 days of the end of the federal shutdown in three to six installment payments. The State of Connecticut is guaranteeing just 10 percent of the aggregate amount loaned.

The bill also allows (but does not require) municipalities and/or special taxing districts to offer local tax deferment programs and/or water/sewer payment deferments to federal employees affected by the shutdown.

Senator Kushner Votes For Bipartisan Bill to Help Federal Employees During President Trump’s Government Shutdown

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Senator Kushner Votes For Bipartisan Bill to Help Federal Employees During President Trump’s Government Shutdown

photo of Senator Kushner.

State Senator Julie Kushner (D-Danbury) and the Connecticut State Senate voted today on an overwhelming and bipartisan basis to financially help the estimated 1,500 federal employees who live and work in Connecticut but who have been furloughed without pay due to President Donald Trump’s ongoing federal government shutdown.

The Senate voted 32-1 in favor of House Bill 5765, “AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE FEDERAL SHUTDOWN AFFECTED EMPLOYEES LOAN PROGRAM AND PROVIDING ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE TO FEDERAL EMPLOYEES.”

This bill was sponsored by all six legislative leaders from both the Democratic and Republican caucuses, and was crafted with the input and endorsement of Governor Ned Lamont and the Connecticut Bankers Association.

“This is a critical bill to help working families meet their financial obligations at a very stressful time in this country,” said Sen. Kushner, who is Senate Chair of the Labor & Public Employees Committee. “I’m really proud of Connecticut stepping up with this bill. Not everyone is in a position to fall back on a big savings account to get them through a financial emergency.”

The bill—which became effective immediately upon Governor Ned Lamont’s signature—affects approximately 1,500 federal furloughed employees, non-furloughed employees, and furloughed employees who have been called back to work—including federal corrections workers employed in Sen. Kushner’s Senate district.

The new program calls for the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) to guarantees loans to eligible employees from private banks. The loans are equal to $5,000 or the regular monthly take-home pay of an employee (whichever is lower), minus any unemployment the employee may be receiving.

Eligible employees may receive up to three loans, one for each 30 day period of the shutdown. Loans are interest-free for 270 days after the shutdown, and the loans must be repaid within 270 days of the end of the federal shutdown in three to six installment payments.

The State of Connecticut is guaranteeing just 10 percent of the aggregate amount loaned.

The bill also allows (but does not require) municipalities and/or special taxing districts to offer local tax deferment programs and/or water/sewer payment deferments to federal employees affected by the shutdown.

Senator Maroney Votes For Bipartisan Bill To Help Federal Employees In Connecticut During Government Shutdown

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Senator Maroney Votes For Bipartisan Bill To Help Federal Employees In Connecticut During Government Shutdown

HARTFORD – State Senator James Maroney (D-Milford) and the Connecticut State Senate voted today on an overwhelming and bipartisan basis to financially help the estimated 1,500 federal employees who live and work in Connecticut but who have been furloughed without pay due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.

The Senate voted 32-1 in favor of House Bill 5765, “AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE FEDERAL SHUTDOWN AFFECTED EMPLOYEES LOAN PROGRAM AND PROVIDING ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE TO FEDERAL EMPLOYEES.”

This bill was sponsored by all six legislative leaders from both the Democratic and Republican caucuses, and was crafted with the input and endorsement of Governor Ned Lamont and the Connecticut Bankers Association.

“No federal employee should have to work for free,” said Sen. Maroney. “This interest-free loan program will provide federal employees with some much needed financial relief during the partial federal government shutdown. We should all be supportive of the hardworking people who work for our federal government.”

The bill – which becomes effective immediately upon Governor Ned Lamont’s signature – affects approximately 1,500 federal furloughed employees, non-furloughed employees, and furloughed employees who have bene called back to work.

The new program calls for the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) to guarantee loans to eligible employees from private banks. The loans are equal to $5,000 or the regular monthly take-home pay of an employee (whichever is lower), minus any unemployment the employee may be receiving.

Eligible employees may receive up to three loans, one for each 30 day period of the shutdown. Loans are interest-free for 270 days after the shutdown, and the loans must be repaid within 270 days of the end of the federal shutdown in three to six installment payments.

The State of Connecticut is guaranteeing just 10% of the aggregate amount loaned.

The bill also allows (but does not require) municipalities and/or special taxing districts to offer local tax deferment programs and/or water/sewer payment deferments to federal employees affected by the shutdown.

Senator Osten Votes For Bipartisan Bill To Help Federal Employees During Government Shutdown

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Senator Osten Votes For Bipartisan Bill To Help Federal Employees During Government Shutdown

HARTFORD – State Senator Cathy Osten (D-Sprague) and the Connecticut State Senate voted today on an overwhelming and bipartisan basis to financially help the estimated 1,500 federal employees who live and work in Connecticut but who have been furloughed without pay due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.

The Senate voted 32-1 in favor of House Bill 5765, “AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE FEDERAL SHUTDOWN AFFECTED EMPLOYEES LOAN PROGRAM AND PROVIDING ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE TO FEDERAL EMPLOYEES.”

This bill was sponsored by all six legislative leaders from both the Democratic and Republican caucuses, and was crafted with the input and endorsement of Governor Ned Lamont and the Connecticut Bankers Association.

“I’m grateful for this bill being brought forth today to address an issue where men and women in Connecticut are, through no fault of their own, being put in an untenable financial position,” said Sen. Osten. “This bill will allow them to access cash through a non-interest loan that will allow them to pay for items like groceries and day care – all the normal expenses of daily life.”

The bill – which became effective immediately upon Governor Ned Lamont’s signature – affects approximately 1,500 federal furloughed employees, non-furloughed employees, and furloughed employees who have bene called back to work.

The new program calls for the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) to guarantees loans to eligible employees from private banks. The loans are equal to $5,000 or the regular monthly take-home pay of an employee (whichever is lower), minus any unemployment the employee may be receiving.

Eligible employees may receive up to three loans, one for each 30 day period of the shutdown. Loans are interest-free for 270 days after the shutdown, and the loans must be repaid within 270 days of the end of the federal shutdown in three to six installment payments.

The State of Connecticut is guaranteeing just 10% of the aggregate amount loaned.

The bill also allows (but does not require) municipalities and/or special taxing districts to offer local tax deferment programs and/or water/sewer payment deferments to federal employees affected by the shutdown.