Category: Politics
Bipartisan Budget Update from State Representative Yaccarino
This bipartisan budget avoids a $1.5 billion tax increase, preserves core social services, keeps commitments to local education, provides stability for municipalities, does not increase taxes on non-prescription medications and rejects Governor Malloy’s proposed shifting of teacher pension costs onto towns and cities.
Rep. Yaccarino Attends Benchmark Assisted Living Veterans Coffee Hour
“It is always an honor to meet veterans and listen to their perspective – that’s my job as a legislator.”
Fasano will not run for Governor in 2018
Today I want to announce that after considerable thought I have made the decision that I will not seek the Republican nomination for governor in 2018.
Rep. Yaccarino Interviews on Television with Joe Vegliante
Rep. Yaccarino fielded questions from Vegliante about his experience thus far in the legislature as well as his thoughts on the current legislative session.
Rep. Yaccarino Talks to Local Manufacturers and Educators
Rep. Yaccarino speaks on behalf of House Republican Caucus during 5th Annual Materials Manufacturing Summer Teachers’ Institute
Sen. Fasano, Advocates for the Disabled Push for Budget Solution
Fasano led the Senate Republican caucus in crafting a detailed budget solution which protects state services for at-risk individuals and is urging state lawmakers to allow a debate on the Senate Republican budget.
North Haven First Selectman to Continue Leading Legislative Taskforce on Humane Treatment of Animals
First Selectman Freda has served as chairman since the task force was established in 2014 pursuant to Public act 14-205 and he will be appointing the members of the task force in accordance with the membership criteria in the public act.
Senator Looney and Senator Fasano Applaud Governor’s Signing of Legislation Enhancing Pharmaceutical Transparency and Consumer Protection
Public Act 17-241 will help increase transparency regarding pharmaceutical costs, prevent consumers from paying more for prescription drugs than the drug actually costs and ensure fair competition to benefit consumers.
Letter to the Editor: First Selectman Mike Freda is the True Driving Force Behind Amazon Development
It was First Selectman Freda’s efforts that attracted Amazon to North Haven. And it was his love for our town and unparalleled work ethic that propelled this development forward.
Fasano, Frantz Applaud Senate Passage of Urban Development & Workforce Training Program
State Senate Approves New Program to Encourage the Redevelopment of Brownfields and Underutilized Property
Sen. Fasano Applauds Senate Passage of Bipartisan Bill to Close the 2017 State Budget Shortfall
Keeps approximately $30 million in the state’s rainy day fund; Restores millions of dollars to municipalities, state parks and programs for those with intellectual disabilities.
Rep. Yaccarino Backs Bill To Assist Veterans
Legislation will waive certain license replacement fees for veterans.