Category: Politics
Sen. Fasano & CT Republicans Unveil Blueprint for Prosperity
Scrapping Gov. Malloy’s budget proposal, House and Senate Republicans today offered their plan, a Blueprint for Prosperity, which accomplishes what the governor could not: it is balanced, under the spending cap, restores vital social service programs for the neediest and reforms taxes, while instituting government reforms to save hundreds of millions in the coming two years.
Yaccarino, Republicans outline Blueprint for Prosperity
Rep. Dave Yaccarino (R-87) along with Republican lawmakers revealed a two-year $40 billion spending plan for Connecticut that is honest, restores critical funding and addresses immediate needs, during a press conference on Friday morning.
Rep. Yaccarino Keeps His Campaign Promise of Monthly Coffee Hours
Rep. Dave Yaccarino recently discussed with constituents issues facing Connecticut like taxes, budget deficits and cuts to the most vulnerable population – seniors, as well as residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Quinnipiac University’s School of Nursing hosts U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy to discuss pay gap between male and female nurses
U.S. Senator Chris Murphy visited Quinnipiac University on April 1, to discuss a report that male nurses out-earn female nurses by an average of $5,000 per year.
Yaccarino Participates in Jobs Roundtable
State Rep. Dave Yaccarino (R-87) welcomed area business leaders to the State Capitol on Wednesday, March 25, for “Connecticut Business Day”.
LWV: Teen into EFFECTIVE CITIZEN!
How does a teenager turn into an effective citizen? A panel discussion organized by the League of Women Voters of Hamden-North Haven invites parents, teachers, community leaders, students, and “just citizens” to discuss with the panelists growing effective citizens in for communities.
Yaccarino Responds to Governor Malloy’s Proposed Cuts to Veterans’ Funeral Honors
In a faulty effort to comply with this year’s budget, Governor Malloy proposed cuts to veterans’ funeral honors, something that in my opinion should never be cut.
League Eat and Meet
The legislators sat at different tables, providing citizens a rare opportunity to sit up close with someone whom most know as a name in the paper or online or a face on TV.
Rep. Yaccarino Adopts Quinnipiac River State Park
State Representative Dave Yaccarino joined 53 other Legislators on the Honor Roll of State Park and Forest Adopters by adopting Quinnipiac River State Park in North Haven.
Senate Republicans Present Plan for Progress and Opportunity in Connecticut Cities
The Connecticut Senate Republican Caucus presented a plan to foster economic growth and community development in Connecticut’s urban areas.
Rep. Yaccarino Reads to School Children
State Representative Dave Yaccarino (R-87) paid a visit to Clintonville Elementary in North Haven to participate in Read Across America Day.
North Haven Boy Advocates for Rare Disease Awareness
State Senator Len Fasano (R-North Haven) and State Representative Dave Yaccarino (R-North Haven) welcomed a special guest to the state capital last week to help bring awareness to a rare disease and urge state lawmakers to support effected families and research for treatment.