Dear Friends,

Happy New Year! As 2024 gets underway, I want to make sure you know about all the services my office has to offer.

Let me start by introducing myself: I was born in Lima, Peru, and moved to the United States with my mom and two sisters when I was 10. Before representing Connecticut’s 4th district in the United States Congress, I worked in business for 12 years and with a national non-profit for five years. Now, I serve on the House Financial Services Committee and as the Ranking Member—or top Democrat—on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.

When I’m not meeting with constituents or voting on legislation in Congress, you can find me outdoors: biking, running, swimming, hiking, and oystering. I also keep bees, harvest honey, make mead, and brew beer. Above all, I value spending time with my wife, Mary, and my two daughters, Emma and Linley.

I came to Congress to make sure that hardworking families in Southwest Connecticut have access to the same opportunities that allowed me to succeed: high-quality public schools, affordable and effective health care, a comfortable and safe home, and a supportive community. The best way for me to stay true to my mandate is to hear directly from you about which legislative issues I should prioritize this year.

Please take this survey to let me know what you think.

I’m grateful to have a devoted team working with me in my Bridgeport, Stamford, and DC offices. See below for examples of government-related issues with which my staff can help you:

Help with a Federal Agency

• Passport problems
• Social Security and Medicare assistance
• Military records and overdue medals
• Citizenship and immigration
• Issues with the IRS
• U.S. Postal Service issues
• VA pensions, medical services, and disability benefits
• SNAP and food stamps

Grant and Business Opportunities

• IRS tax information for small businesses and the self-employed
• Consumer protection and fraud
• Grant opportunities for nonprofits and municipalities
• Expert assistance for U.S. businesses

Tours and U.S. Flags

• Tours of the U.S. Capitol, the White House, and the Bureau of Engraving and Printing
• Purchasing U.S. flags, including those flown over the U.S. Capitol

Student Opportunities

• Nominations to U.S. military academies
• Congressional Art and App Competitions
• Congressional internships

My staff and I are always standing by to assist you. Please don’t hesitate to call my office at (203) 333-6600 or find more information on my website.

To stay on top of what I’m doing in Washington, hear about upcoming events in the district, and receive other important updates from me, make sure you are subscribed to my newsletter.

Thanks for reading. I look forward to hearing from you in the weeks and months ahead.

Sincerely,

Jim