PROUDLY SERVING THE 34TH DISTRICT
State Senator Paul Cicarella
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Paul Cicarella, elected in 2020, represents Connecticut’s 34th District. He is named the leading Republican on the legislature’s General Law and Public Safety and Security Committees, and returns on the Regulations Review, Veterans and Military Affairs, and Judiciary Committees. He also serves on the legislature’s newly formed Government Oversight Committee and the Joint Committee on Legislative Management.
Paul is a small business owner, retired corrections officer and youth sports coach with a record of championing important initiatives focused on families, law enforcement, safety and security.
“I will continue to advocate for commonsense solutions to address affordability, restore public safety, and tackle other quality-of-life issues for our seniors and Veterans of the 34th District.”
Today at the Wallingford Senior Center, I was proud to join AARP Fraud Watch Network, the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, and the Wallingford, CT Police Department for an important conversation on protecting residents, especially seniors, from scams and financial fraud.
Thank you to Deputy Commissioner Jeff Marvin, Officer Henry Cadette, Detective Sean Houlihan, and Kelli Lefler from AARP for sharing valuable information and resources with our community.
Scammers are constantly evolving, and awareness remains one of the strongest tools we have to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Conversations like these are critical to helping residents recognize warning signs, avoid scams, and know where to turn for help.
Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this event possible!
DCP Resources: portal.ct.gov/dcp?language=en_US
AARP Fraud Watch Resources: www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/about-fraud-watch-network/
For years, I’ve heard from contractors, apprentices, and businesses across Connecticut about the challenges created by outdated apprentice hiring ratios.
That’s why I worked on legislation to reform the apprentice ratio relief process and help create more opportunities for individuals looking to enter the trades while supporting workforce growth across our state.
This is an important step forward in addressing workforce shortages but there is still more work to be done.
Connecticut needs to continue supporting skilled trades, strengthening our workforce pipeline, and creating opportunities for the next generation entering these careers.
New ratio relief process used over 50 times
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This morning, I was proud to join BHcare, state and local leaders, advocates, and community members in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month.
Mental health impacts so many individuals and families, and it’s important that we continue working to reduce stigma, expand access to care, and support those who may be struggling.
I was honored to join the shoreline delegation in presenting a state citation recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month, alongside Mayor Rose Angeloni’s municipal proclamation.
Thank you to those who shared their stories, such as Helen, and to everyone who helped put together this event to bring awareness. A special thank you as well to the mental health professionals, counselors, advocates, and caregivers who work every day to support individuals and families through difficult times.
Conversations like these matter, and so does making sure people know they are not alone!
For more information, check out: bhcare.org
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