Politics

State Legislators Address Many of AARP Connecticut’s Priorities

Izabela Bonzanini Well-being - News - Politics 25 Jul, 2023

AARP’s purpose is to empower people to choose how they live as they age. Many policy changes enacted during this legislative session will help Connecticut residents do just that. AARP staff, volunteers and member e-activists have worked diligently to ensure that older adults are supported through program availability, quality services, consumer protections and initiatives to address affordability and the cost of living in Connecticut.

Breaking the Cycle of Cynicism

Izabela Bonzanini News - Politics 12 Jul, 2023

As we prepare for another municipal election season in Danbury, people always ask me for my take on the upcoming mayoral race and my thoughts on the top issues in the city.

"Hey, Hey! Ho, Ho! Homophobia's Got to Go!"

Izabela Bonzanini Well-being - Kids & Family - News - Politics - Health 15 Jun, 2023

During June, we celebrate the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer community. The month of June was also chosen for LGBT Pride Month to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York City, an event recognized by most people as the most significant event for the gay liberation movement.

Governor Lamont Reminds Residents that Connecticut’s Minimum Wage Is Scheduled to Increase on June 1

Izabela Bonzanini Well-being - News - Politics 13 Jun, 2023

Governor Ned Lamont is reminding Connecticut residents that the state’s minimum wage will increase from the current rate of $14.00 per hour to $15.00 per hour beginning Thursday, June 1, 2023.

Governor Lamont Highlights Connecticut Youth Employment Program, Encourages Participation This Summer

Izabela Bonzanini Education - Well-being - Kids & Family - News - COMMUNITY - Politics 12 Jun, 2023

Governor Ned Lamont and Labor Commissioner Danté Bartolomeo visited Ebony Horsewomen Inc. Equestrian and Therapeutic Center in Hartford to highlight one of the many employers participating in the Connecticut Youth Employment Program and to encourage young adults to enroll in the program, especially as schools dismiss for the summer months.

USCIS Clarifies Guidance on Citizenship and Naturalization for Adopted Children

Izabela Bonzanini Education - Well-being - Kids & Family - News - Politics 15 May, 2023

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is issuing policy guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual, to clarify how citizenship and naturalization provisions apply to children adopted through the orphan, Hague, and family-based processes. This guidance is effective immediately.