This week, the House will consider eight pieces of legislation, ranging from energy to the budget. The House may also consider a motion to instruct their conferees on the Temporary Payroll Tax Cut...
Affordable Care Act Benefits Seniors on Medicare Advantage
Since passage of the Affordable Care Act, premiums have gone down and enrollment has gone up in the Medicare Advantage program. According to an announcement today by the Centers for Medicare and...
HUD Announces Rule Prohibiting Discrimination Against LGBT People in Federal Housing
Today, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced a new rule to ensure equal access to federally assisted housing for all Americans regardless of their sexual orientation or...
New Medicaid Proposals Save States and Taxpayers Billions
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed new rules that will help states and taxpayers save an estimated $17.7 billion over the next five years on prescription drugs bought...
This Week in Congress: January 30, 2012
This week, the House will consider seven bills, ranging from aviation to healthcare.Legislation under consideration this week includes:Motion to go to Conference on the FAA Air Transportation...
This Week in Congress: January 23, 2012
This week, the president will deliver the State of the Union to a joint session of Congress. The House is also set to consider the following seven pieces of legislation.Rota Cultural and...
Himes, NCC Students and Local Vets’ Organizations Hold Veterans’ History Project Workshop
One of the favorite parts of my job is working with my colleagues and constituents on initiatives that honor and give thanks to our war veterans. There are few better ways to recognize our war...
This Week in Congress: January 17, 2012
This week marks the beginning of the second session of the 112th Congress. The House will consider two bills this week, including installing a new Sergeant-at-Arms and the nation's debt...
Norwalk to Receive Assistance for River Valley Trail
The National Park Service announced today that it will work with the Friends of Norwalk River Valley Trail, Inc., to build a trail along the Norwalk River connecting the Long Island Sound to...
CT Ranks First in States with Greatest Opportunities
Connecticut is one of the best states to receive a good education, learn 21st century skills, and secure a job, according to a new study released last month. The Opportunity Index pulls together...