Reps. Rowe and Hwang: Cost Disparity between Private and Public Care Facilities for Developmentally Disabled Could Jeopardize State Medicaid Reimbursements

Reps. Rowe and Hwang: Cost Disparity between Private and Public Care Facilities for Developmentally Disabled Could Jeopardize State Medicaid Reimbursements

by Michael Downes October 3, 2011

According to a preliminary finding from the Program Review and Investigations (PRI) staff of the Connecticut General Assembly, the State of Connecticut has more individuals, other than New York, classified as having developmental disabilities in state-administered

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Rep. Rowe pays Tribute to Veterans at Trumbull Event

by Michael Downes November 15, 2011

Rep. T. R. Rowe joined other Trumbull officials on Friday, November 11, 2011 to pay tribute to local veterans during a ceremony in honor of veterans day held at Trumbull High School.  Above is a video of his remarks.

Main Street, Church Hill Road to be Paved in Trumbull

by Michael Downes October 12, 2011

State Representatives T.R. Rowe (R-123) and Tony Hwang (R-134) and State Senator Anthony Musto (D-Trumbull) announced today that the Department of Transportation has ordered a repaving of  Main Street (Route 111) and Church Hill Road (Route 127) in Trumbull, at the legislators’ request.

“These streets carry a tremendous amount of traffic, they are two of the ‘lifeblood’ streets in town,” said Rep. Rowe. “Paving them will increase both their safety and their aesthetics.”

“The maintenance and safety of these main roads are critical and important to the residents of Trumbull,” said Rep. Hwang.  “I am proud that our state legislative delegation worked in unison to ensure the concerns of Trumbull are heard and responded to in Hartford.”

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Reps. T. R. Rowe and Tony Hwang Support the Kennedy Center Breakfast Challenge

by Michael Downes September 20, 2011

State Representatives Tony Hwang, T.R. Rowe and Executive Director of The Kennedy Center Marty Schwartz met at Circle Diner in Fairfield to tape a public service announcement to raise awareness for the agency’s upcoming Breakfast Challenge fund raiser.

The Breakfast Challenge will be held on Wednesday, September 21st, 8 A.M. at Circle Diner, 441 Post Road, Fairfield. The event, in its’ 7th year, has grown to be one of the major fund raiser for The Kennedy Center, a non-profit organization that provides programs and services to persons with disabilities and special needs in our community.

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Power Restoration Updates

by Michael Downes August 31, 2011

I am posting you this update hoping that many of you who remain without power following Hurricane Irene will be able to view the information on your smartphone or other mobile device.
United Illuminating and the Department of Public works are currently working to remove downed trees and fix downed power lines. Please be careful if you encounter any downed power lines. The state is receiving extra crews from Maine and Mass to help get the power restored, yet 82,925 UI customers remain without power today including 3, 183in Trumbull.  If you spot a dangerous situation, please call 911!

Click map for latest update from UI on Power restoration.

Rowe Visits Unilever industries in Trumbull

by Michael Downes August 10, 2011

L-R: State Rep. T. R. Rowe, Bridgeport Regional Business Council President Paul Timpanelli, State Rep. Tony Hwang and State Senator anthony Musto during a recent tour of Trumbull’s Unilever Industry. July, 2011.

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April 19, 2011

Representatives T. R. Rowe (R-123) and Tony Hwang (R-134) joined Republican Legislative Leaders today as they unveiled a no-tax increase balanced budget proposal for Fiscal Years 2012 and 2013.  By focusing on core government functions, eliminating waste and creating efficiencies, the Republican Alternative Budget significantly reduces the size and cost of government while protecting the [...]

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April 7, 2011

On Wednesday, April 6, 2011, Rep. T.R. Rowe joined Rep. Tony Hwang and Senator Anthony Musto for a Town Hall forum on the Governor’s proposed budget.  Click above to watch the forum.

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March 23, 2011

State Representative T.R. Rowe (R-123) today expressed his support for legislation before the Judiciary Committee that creates the presumption that it is reasonable to use deadly physical force to defend oneself in the event of a home invasion. Rep. Rowe, a member of the Judiciary Committee, heard testimony on the legislation before the committee today. [...]

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February 16, 2011

  Representative T. R. Rowe (R-123) today expressed concern about the levels of taxing and increased spending in Governor Dannel Malloy’s proposed budget, and said it set the wrong priorities for the State of Connecticut while wasting an opportunity to fundamentally restructure state government and make government live within its means. Rowe said the governor’s proposal [...]

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