Rep. Tammy Exum

Primary HB 5557

In committee · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN DAY OF EACH YEAR FOR CELEBRATION OF DIWALI, THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS.

Maddy summaryHB 5557 designates the fifteenth day of the Hindu lunar calendar's month of Kartik each year as "Diwali, the Festival of Lights" for official recognition. This procedural bill amends state statutes to formally acknowledge Diwali as an annual observance without creating new policies, funding, or obligations. It directly affects state records and official calendars by specifying the date for ceremonial recognition. The bill has no substantive impact on residents, businesses, or government operations beyond this symbolic designation.

In committee Jan 21, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5003

Signed into law · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING CHILD AND FAMILY NUTRITION.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires state agencies to create a streamlined process that helps children enrolled in the HUSKY A health program easily access other nutrition benefits like WIC and SNAP. Starting in January 2025, the Departments of Public Health, Social Services, and Agriculture must work together to simplify enrollment, provide clear fact sheets, and make application forms available online and by phone. The legislation also directs these departments to coordinate specifically for children over six who are transitioning from the WIC program to SNAP, while prohibiting the governor from reducing funding for these specific nutrition programs.

Signed into law May 30, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 1

Signed into law · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF CONNECTICUT RESIDENTS.

Maddy summaryThis bill seeks to increase funding for the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. The additional resources are intended to improve early-stage care for individuals experiencing psychotic illnesses. By directing money to this specific department, the legislation aims to enhance the availability of comprehensive treatment services for these patients.

Signed into law May 21, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 5004

Passed · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF CERTAIN CLIMATE CHANGE MEASURES.

Passed May 3, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2

Passed · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.

Passed Apr 25, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5409

Passed · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT DESIGNATING VARIOUS DAYS, WEEKS AND MONTHS.

Passed Apr 22, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 338

In committee · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT EXPANDING THE ELIGIBILITY FOR GRANTS TO REMOVE PFAS FROM FIRE APPARATUS.

In committee Mar 27, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 218

In committee · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT ESTABLISHING TASK FORCES TO STUDY BEREAVEMENT AND GRIEF COUNSELING SERVICES AND SOCIAL ISOLATION AND LONELINESS.

In committee Mar 14, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5917

Signed into law · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE VISION ZERO COUNCIL.

Signed into law Jun 27, 2023 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 5001

Signed into law · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING RESOURCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR PERSONS WITH AN INTELLECTUAL OR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY.

Signed into law Jun 27, 2023 0 co-sponsors