Getting things done
Worker's rights
Passing paid sicks days for ALL Connecticut Workers
Julie was one of the lead champions to pass an expanded paid sick days bill that will cover all workers in the state. The bill was approved without any Republican support.
Raising the minimum wage
Julie lead the effort to raise Connecticut's minimum wage to $15 and index it to inflation so no one falls behind.
Paid family and medical leave
Thanks to the 2019 paid family leave legislation that Julie championed at the Capitol, more than 55,000 workers a year were able to take time off to take care of a newborn, recover from an illness, or take care of a loved one.
Healthcare
Defending abortion rights in Connecticut
Julie was one of the leading voices at the Capitol speaking against Republican attempts to roll back our personal freedoms.
Birthing center licensing
Julie's efforts to pass legislation to license birthing centers ensured parents have more options for pregnancy care in our communities.
Cancer relief fund for firefighters
Julie was one of the leading proponents of new legislation creating a relief fund for firefighters suffering for cancer.
Safe staffing for Connecticut hospitals
Julie championed legislation establishing clear staffing guidelines in Connecticut's hospitals, protecting doctors and nurses and ensuring patient safety.
A budget for working families
Increasing funding for our public schools
Julie fought to increase additional funding for schools in our district, including a large state investment in a new state-of-the-art high school in Danbury.
Expanding access to childcare
Julie was one of the leading voices at the Capitol to expand funding for childcare, adding additional slots in our community.
Cutting taxes for working families
Julie voted in support of a balanced budget that pays down debt, grows our economy, and cut taxes for working families — making Connecticut more affordable.