Month: April 2018
Quinnipiac University’s Women’s Law Society receives 2018 Ms. JD Honors Law School Chapter Award
The Ms. JD Honors Law School Chapter Award is presented annually to a chapter that advocates the advancement of women law students through chapter initiatives, programming or recruitment.
Sen. Fasano, Republican Lawmakers Propose State Budget
The Republican proposal fully balances the fiscal year 2019 budget and eliminates the projected $321.5 million deficit.
School Safety Working Group Convenes First Meeting
The group will conduct a comprehensive review of school safety in Connecticut on an on-going basis and make recommendations for the next legislative session in 2019.
Rep. Yaccarnio Tours Local Business
During a tour of the business by owner, Luigi Nuzzolillo, Rep. Yaccarino was able to hear about the business needs and the challenges this local florist faces within the industry, as well as from state policies and regulations.
Senator Fasano Applauds Advancement of Bill to Enhance School Safety
The legislation, approved by the Finance Committee, includes funding for systems to enhance school safety by providing direct communication between school personnel and first responders.
Bioscience Bill Heads for Debate in Legislature
The bill, which Rep. Yaccarino introduced, seeks to exempt from the personal income tax certain income received by a manager of certain venture capital funds that invest in Connecticut bioscience businesses.
Rep. Yaccarino Joins School Safety & Security Working Group
This bipartisan working group will be designed to evaluate the implementation of safety and security measures the state mandated following the events of Sandy Hook, and to produce new recommendations to ensure school security and safety going forward.
Sen. Fasano, Lawmakers Join Hispanic Federation’s CT Advocacy Day & Legislative Luncheon
Sen. Fasano also spoke to the group about bipartisan efforts in Connecticut to craft legislation that supports students, including Hispanic students, working towards earning a college degree if they are on a path to citizenship.
North Haven resident elected president of the National Association of Medical Minority Educators
As president, Collier is responsible for leading NAMME’s governing board to develop its membership, student outreach and partnerships with other national organizations with similar missions.
Spring 2018 Bulk Pickup Schedule
Residents should place items at the curb by 5am on their designated trash collection day.
Quinnipiac University School of Education to host panel discussion on ‘School and Gun Violence’ April 10
The program will start with Quinnipiac education students and Sheehan High School students staffing tables with information about several issues relating to school and gun violence, including student wellness, student activism and legislation.
Rep. Yaccarino Meets with Individuals from Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (CT DDS) Families First
The mission of CT DDS Families First is to secure all opportunities and support Connecticut citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) so that they may live full and productive lives in their communities.