I’m proud to work on this project with the DKH healthcare professionals, UConn management, State Senator Mae Flexer, Governor Ned Lamont and community members in ensuring that Day Kimball continues to serve as a strong and sustainable cornerstone of care in our region.

— State Rep. Pat Boyd

The bill now heads to the Senate for consideration on Thursday. Once the bill passes negations will begin between DKH's Board & UConn's Board to work out an agreement of consolidation.

This important legislation also authorizes state bonding funds to support much-needed capital improvements across these facilities. This is a major step forward in securing the future of high-quality, accessible healthcare for the residents of Northeastern Connecticut.

Folks, This is what bipartisan leadership looks like! Today, we began working on the 2025 Public Safety & Security Committee agenda. I look forward to continuing to collaborate with the leadership team to hold public hearings and draft legislation. It's a great start, but we have hard work to do.

We hosted on the House Floor local Fire Chiefs and the team from the CT Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection. We asked for a moment of silence for those who gave their lives in the line of duty. The entire House stood in silence for 1 minute to honor their sacrifice.

Incidents included the devastating flooding in Litchfield & Fairfield counties and the statewide wildfires in October.

I picked it up before Christmas, and it highlights all of the great businesses, farms & establishments around the Quiet Corner. Learn more at this link: lingmesser.com/localgetaways/

Last night, I had the opportunity to offer official congratulations for the dedication and determination to reopen.

This event is sponsored locally by the Sarah Williams Danielson Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.