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The Connecticut Black Legislative Caucus is a bipartisan body of Black members of the Connecticut General Assembly dedicated to advancing policies that promote racial equity, economic justice, and opportunity — amplifying the voices of Black communities and all underserved residents across the state.

20+
Caucus Members
50+
Bills Introduced
30+
Years of Service
169
Towns We Serve

"We have much to accomplish together for the communities we serve."

News & Policy Updates

Press Release
March 28, 2026

CTBLC Announces 2026 Legislative Priority Agenda Focused on Economic Equity and Community Safety

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Statement
March 15, 2026

Caucus Responds to State Budget Proposal — Calls for Greater Investment in Under-Resourced Communities

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In the News
February 28, 2026

CTBLC Members Lead Historic Hearing on Racial Disparities in Connecticut's Healthcare System

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Legislative Voices

Rep. A. Davis-Parker
Sen. M. Coleman
Rep. J. Washington
Rep. R. Johnson
Sen. S. Blackwell
Rep. T. Hughes
CTBLC · ON THE ISSUE — Housing & Economic Justice in Connecticut

Upcoming Events

April 14, 2026

Annual Community Town Hall

Hartford Civic Center · 6:00 PM

May 1, 2026

Black Business Roundtable — New Haven

Yale Innovation Hub · 4:00 PM

May 10, 2026

Health Equity Summit — Bridgeport

Convention Center · 9:00 AM

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Legislator Spotlight

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Chair
Rep. Angela Davis-Parker
District 45 · Hartford
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Vice Chair
Sen. Marcus Coleman
District 14 · Bridgeport
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Secretary
Rep. Janice Washington
District 22 · New Haven
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Policy Chair
Rep. Raymond Johnson
District 60 · Waterbury
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Communications
Sen. Sandra Blackwell
District 3 · Hartford
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At Large
Rep. Terrence Hughes
District 88 · Stamford

Member Testimonials

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Karen Nichols, Hartford

"The CTBLC has been a consistent champion for families in my community. Their advocacy on housing and healthcare has made a real, lasting difference."

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David Miles, New Haven

"Being in the room with other Black legislators is uplifting. We share strategies and solutions to bring back to our communities across the state."

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Tanya Powell, Bridgeport

"We are coming with lived experience — making sure people know there are Black legislators who are fighting for you, no matter who you are or where you live."

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Rev. Marcus Webb, Waterbury

"This caucus ensures Black legislators are fighting for you across Connecticut. Their work uplifts all of us and creates real paths forward for our communities."

Our Public Policy Agenda

Education Equity

Closing the opportunity gap with increased funding for under-resourced schools, expanded pre-K access, and culturally responsive curriculum standards statewide.

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Public Safety & Justice

Reforming policing practices, reducing mass incarceration, expanding re-entry programs, and ensuring accountability across Connecticut's justice system.

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Healthcare Access

Addressing racial health disparities through expanded Medicaid, maternal health protections, mental health funding, and community health center investment.

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Economic Justice

Promoting Black business development, equitable contracting, living wages, workforce development, and closing the racial wealth gap across Connecticut.

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Housing & Homelessness

Combating discriminatory housing practices, expanding affordable housing stock, supporting eviction prevention, and ending homelessness for CT families.

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Environmental Justice

Protecting Black communities burdened by pollution, advancing clean energy equity, and ensuring all Connecticut residents breathe clean air and drink clean water.

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We welcome constituents, advocates, community organizations, and media. Our office is committed to responding promptly.

Office AddressLegislative Office Building, Room 2400
300 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT 06106
Phone(860) 200-0000
Emailinfo@ctblc.org
Office HoursMonday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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