Category Archives: Education & Politics

Social Security Fairness Act

Posted on February 14, 2021 by westhartfordea

The new Social Security Fairness Act of 2021 H.R. 82 (2021-2022) is the new bill concerning repeal of Windfall Elimination Provision/Government Pension Offset (WEP/GPO) in the new 117th Congress.  This bill was introduced by Representative Rodney Davis from Illinois.  Since this bill was not … Continue reading →

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First Lady Dr. Jill Biden Honors Teachers

Posted on January 26, 2021 by westhartfordea

Did you miss seeing Jill Biden’s address? Watch the recording here!

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Sign the Safe Schools Petition – From CEA

Posted on December 1, 2020 by westhartfordea

With the surging COVID-19 infection rate, Connecticut must establish and strictly enforce consistent statewide safety protocols for schools, and require uniform transparency in reporting and responding to COVID-19 cases. If that’s not possible, Connecticut must shift to full-time remote learning … Continue reading →

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A Special Thank You from Dr. Jill Biden

Posted on November 14, 2020 by westhartfordea

https://www.mobilize.us/nea/event/363068 Time Monday, November 167 – 7:15pm EST   Location Virtual event Join from anywhere About this event Join your fellow NEA member and next First Lady of the United States, Dr. Jill Biden, for a special educators only victory … Continue reading →

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Family First Coronavirus Response Act

Posted on September 2, 2020 by westhartfordea

Family First Coronavirus Response Act Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employer Paid Leave Requirements Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Questions and Answers DRAFT FFCRA Child Care Request Letter

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