I am here to help during the coronavirus pandemic
in the knowFor the most up-to-date information, please visit the State's coronavirus website. Subscribe to my State Representative e-newsletter and follow my Facebook page for important information as it is released. I know that working with state agencies and our partners during this time can be complicated - I am here to help connect you to the people who can help you.
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Think you have COVID-19? If you think you need to be tested for coronavirus, consult your doctor. To find a testing site in your areas click your regional link below.
Get The boosterIf you have not already, to keep yourself and your neighbors healthy, please schedule a booster appointment via the Connecticut vaccination portal linked below.
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food + Nutrition
To apply for SNAP benefits, visit the Department of Social Services website. Call 2-1-1 to connect to the most recent information regarding food pantries, or visit Norwalk and New Canaan's food access pages.
Check the Norwalk Public Schools website for updates to the Norwalk School Lunch program.
Check the Norwalk Public Schools website for updates to the Norwalk School Lunch program.
domestic violenceUnfortunately emergencies like pandemics cause a rise in domestic abuse and violence. To connect with a certified domestic violence advocate, whether you need services or just someone to talk to, please visit CTSafeConnect. You can anonymously call or text (888) 774-2900, email, or chat. An advocate can talk with you about your needs and help you identify shelters, programs, and other resources. All services are confidential, safe, free and voluntary.
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Unemployment
Those who are out of work have the right to file for unemployment insurance. Visit the Department of Labor's website to file your claim, or call (860) 263-6975, (203) 455-2653, (860) 263-6974, or (203) 455-2650. Please reach out to my office if you are having issues with a claim.
Safe business practices
The Department of Economic and Community Development is developing and updating guidelines on safe business operations for business owners, which can be found here. They have also opened a small business hotline. If you notice a business not complying with safety standards, please call 2-1-1.
mortgage + rent forbearance
Dial 2-1-1 and press #3, then #4 if you are in a housing emergency.
Get legal information about court access, work, benefits, housing, and more during the COVID-19 crisis.
Visit www.ctlawhelp.org/coronavirus. Banks and landlords are providing additional time for those having trouble paying residential mortgage or rent. For more information, go to the State's coronavirus page for homeowners and renters.
Get legal information about court access, work, benefits, housing, and more during the COVID-19 crisis.
Visit www.ctlawhelp.org/coronavirus. Banks and landlords are providing additional time for those having trouble paying residential mortgage or rent. For more information, go to the State's coronavirus page for homeowners and renters.
Our federal delegation and the Governor’s office have a number of smaller assistance programs ranging from funding for artists and farmers to helping our schools deal with unexpected expenditures. For more on these, please visit my website.
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Prioritizing your safety during covidDuring the pandemic, my number one priority has been the safety and wellbeing of my constituents. My office has worked with many of you to resolve the issues that arise during a global pandemic: securing resources like food and health care, fixing issues with your unemployment applications, helping your business apply for financial aid, working with the DMV to get your car registered, and more. It is during a crisis that we need government help and services most.
Subsequently, my colleagues and I have advocated for you with the Governor and his administration. I am proud to say that because of these efforts, we have expanded tele-medicine, brought additional COVID-19 testing sites to our community, opened a COVID-19 recovery center at Silver Hill Hospital, expanded affordable childcare options for front-line workers, and delayed due dates for state income and municipal property taxes. If there are more ways that we can make state government work better for you, please let me know. |
While we continue to be guided by public health experts on safely re-opening, we also have an opportunity to build a stronger, more robust state. I look forward to finding creative avenues to rebuild our state.
I am more focused than ever on our state’s fiscal health as we have a $1.87B deficit directly related to COVID-19 for Fiscal Year 21. I am relieved the legislature preserved the state’s rainy day fund of $2.8B to allot toward our state’s recovery, and we actually ended Fiscal Year 20 with a $39M surplus. Connecticut has been allocated $1.4B of the Federal Coronavirus Relief Fund to cover out-of-pocket COVID-19 expenses for the state and municipalities. We are still waiting for the Federal Government’s funding to offset revenue loss related to the economic downturn, which will be Congress’s responsibility. These additional resources will help minimize the COVID-19 impact on our state’s budget.
I am more focused than ever on our state’s fiscal health as we have a $1.87B deficit directly related to COVID-19 for Fiscal Year 21. I am relieved the legislature preserved the state’s rainy day fund of $2.8B to allot toward our state’s recovery, and we actually ended Fiscal Year 20 with a $39M surplus. Connecticut has been allocated $1.4B of the Federal Coronavirus Relief Fund to cover out-of-pocket COVID-19 expenses for the state and municipalities. We are still waiting for the Federal Government’s funding to offset revenue loss related to the economic downturn, which will be Congress’s responsibility. These additional resources will help minimize the COVID-19 impact on our state’s budget.
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