Newsroom 2012

July 26, 2012
WINDHAM TO RECEIVE STATE FUNDING FOR ROAD IMPROVEMENTS
Rep. Johnson announced that the town of Windham is expected to receive state funding for road improvements. READ MORE

July 16, 2012
HELPING YOU CHANGE THE WORLD
Imagine residents, businesses, communities and educators joining together to push for clean, renewable energy sources, in a dedicated effort to strengthen Connecticut's economy, protect community health, improve the environment and promote a secure energy supply for the state. READ MORE

July 12, 2012
JOHNSON RECEIVES PERFECT RATING FROM ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP
The awarded State Representative Susan Johnson a 100 percent rating for her support and advocacy of environmental initiatives in their 2012 Environmental Scorecard. READ MORE

July 3, 2012
FREE HOMEOWNERS MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE
Rep. Johnson is encouraging homeowners who need information or help with loan modifications, foreclosure prevention, state and federal assistance programs and other lending-related issues to attend a free, mortgage-assistance event at the University of Connecticut on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. READ MORE

July 2, 2012
AFFORDABLE CARE ACT BENEFITS CT RESIDENTS
Rep. Johnson joined other state lawmakers at a press conference in Hartford today detailing the benefits to Connecticut residents of the Affordable Care Act recently upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court. READ MORE

May 24, 2012
EDUCATION REFORM PACKAGE GOOD FOR WINDHAM
Rep. Johnson said the sweeping education reform package signed into law by Governor Dannel P. Malloy last week takes a number of much needed steps to turn around Connecticut's lowest-performing schools, and provides Windham with new funding for educational programs. READ MORE

April 25, 2012
CONSUMER & SMALL BUSINESS VOICES WILL BE ADDED TO HEALTH EXCHANGE
Rep. Johnson announced that the House of Representatives unanimously passed legislation (HB 5013) that will add consumer and small business representatives to the Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange. READ MORE

April 20, 2012
SEWAGE SPILL NOTICE BILL CLEARS LEGISLATURE
Legislation (SB 88) sponsored by Rep. Johnson establishing a process to inform the public whenever a sewage spill occurs was approved by the House of Representatives. READ MORE

April 4, 2012
HOUSE APPROVES “NO-EXCUSE” ABSENTEE BALLOTING AND EARLY VOTING
Rep. Johnson announced a resolution proposing a state Constitutional Amendment to take the first steps to allow “no-excuse” absentee ballots and early voting was approved today by the state House of Representatives. READ MORE

March 28, 2012
REP. JOHNSON VOTES TO LOWER GAS TAX & PASS ON SAVINGS TO CONSUMERS
Rep. Johnson voted for legislation (SB 457) that caps the gross receipts tax (GRT) on motor fuels at $3.00 per gallon wholesale. READ MORE

March 23, 2012
PROGRESS IS BEING MADE ON UCONN WASTE STORAGE FACILITY
Rep. Johnson has been in touch with UConn President Susan Herbst regarding the university's waste transfer station and believes progress is being made. READ MORE

March 16, 2012
QVCC MANUFACTURING CENTER TO RECEIVE FUNDING
Rep. Johnson announced that funding for QVCC's proposed Manufacturing Technology Center has been added to the March 30th State Bond Commission agenda. READ MORE

March 13, 2012
REDUCING SMALL BUSINESS HEALTH CARE COSTS
Rep. Johnson, other lawmakers and small business owners unveiled legislation aimed at reducing health insurance costs for small businesses today in Hartford. READ MORE

March 13, 2012
REP. JOHNSON APPOINTED TO COUNCIL
Rep. Johnson has been appointed to the Council On Medical Assistance Program Oversight. READ MORE

March 2, 2012
ENHANCING ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING
Rep. Johnson speaks briefly at the first meeting of the English Language Learner Task Force which she chairs.

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February 23, 2012
REP. JOHNSON TO CHAIR LANGUAGE TASK FORCE
Rep. Johnson has been appointed Chair of the newly formed English Language Learner Task Force (ELLTF) that will focus on enhancing programs, increasing accessibility and training instructors for students whose home language isn't English. READ MORE

February 15, 2012
WILLIMANTIC BUSINESS GETS JOB CREATION FUNDS
Connecticut Casket Company in Willimantic will receive funding through the state's Small Business Express Program (EXP) to expand their business and create jobs. READ MORE

February 14, 2012
REP. SUSAN JOHNSON: UPGRADING WILLIMANTIC'S FIRE SCHOOL
After championing funding the long term construction project at the state's fire school's, State Rep. Susan Johnson celebrated the governor's proposal to include money for the projects in his mid-term budget adjustments. READ MORE

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February 8, 2012
WINDHAM COULD SEE 3.2% INCREASE IN SCHOOL FUNDING
Rep. Johnson applauded Governor Malloy's proposal for reforming education in Connecticut from early childhood through college and giving an additional $50 million in Educational Cost Sharing (ECS) funding to schools. READ MORE

February 2, 2012
FREE TAX PREP & FILING HELP AVAILABLE
Rep. Johnson is encouraging residents to take advantage of free tax preparation services offered by the Access Community Action Agency or online through the IRS Free File. READ MORE

January 31, 2012
FIRE TRAINING SCHOOLS NEED FUNDING
Rep. Johnson welcomed the Connecticut State Firefighters Association (CSFA) to the Legislative Office Building to discuss ongoing construction and renovations to the state's 10 regional fire training schools. READ MORE

January 18, 2012
PLANNING FOR COLLEGE
Rep. Johnson is urging students and parents to attend College Goal Sunday, a forum on planning and financing for college, to be held January 29th in Windham. READ MORE

January 14, 2012
WINDHAM’S YOUNG HEROES & HEROINES
Rep. Johnson joined Sectary of State Denise Merrill, Windham Superintendent of Schools Ana Ortiz and others speaking to third graders as part of the “Heroes and Heroines” program. READ MORE

January 12, 2012
AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE
Rep. Johnson joined other lawmakers at the state capitol today in support of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). “I’m proud that we in Connecticut are supporting the Affordable Care Act which has already lowered health care costs and expanded health insurance coverage for many state residents,” she said. READ MORE

January 9, 2012
REP. JOHNSON TO INTRODUCE LEGISLATION BASED TWO STORM PANEL REPORT
Rep. Johnson, one of the first lawmakers to call for a review Connecticut Light and Power's response to Hurricane Irene, praised the Two Storm Panel's recommendations released today and said she would be introducing legislation to ensure a much better response to future storms. READ MORE