Richard Blumenthal: “I want to just give a shout-out to the very dedicated men and women who work for the VA in Connecticut.”

There’s no excuse for this administration disobeying the law and withholding this funding.

Long-term unemployment is devastating for someone’s financial security, future job opportunities, and overall wellbeing—and it can take a toll on our economy as well.

I am thrilled that this $584,250 in federal funding will allow for 1,510 additional final resting places for Connecticut veterans, ensuring families have options for their loved ones for years to come.

This disaster declaration is a strong step toward bringing federal aid to Connecticut following severe floods last month.