CT Student Loan Reimbursement Program, Celebrating Black History Month, and Promoting Heart Health Awareness
February 13, 2026The CT Student Loan Reimbursement Program is accepting applications. Plus, we voted to extend the emergency relief fund which allows the state to respond to any additional federal funding reductions. We are celebrating Black History Month and are promoting Heart Health Awareness.
2026 Legislative Session is Underway, Emergency Relief Funds, and WBDC Grant Program
February 6, 2026The 2026 Legislative Session has officially begun, all the links to stay informed and follow along. Details on the supplemental plan for Emergency Relief Funds in response to federal funding reductions. Plus, two grant programs offered through the Women’s Business Development Council are accepting applications.
Last Call for Access Health CT, Legislative Session Set to Get Underway, and Severe Cold Weather Protocol Extended
January 30, 2026A final reminder for those interested in securing health and dental coverage through Access Health CT: the last day to enroll is January 31. Plus, information about the start of the 2026 legislative session, which begins next week. Also, the governor has extended Connecticut’s Severe Weather Protocol through next week due to the dangerously cold temperatures across the state.
Cold Weather Protocol Warming Centers, SNAP Issuance Changes, and Energy Saving Tips
January 23, 2026Cold weather protocol warming center resources. Issuance benefit changes are coming for SNAP recipients. Plus, energy savings tips and an executive order to speed up processing times for state licensing, certification, and permitting processes.
Celebrating MLK, Congratulations to Vernon Public Schools, CT Content Creator Collaborative, and the AARP Community Grant Challenge
January 21, 2026As we take time to commemorate the powerful legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. let us reflect on his vision for equality, justice, and nonviolent social change. Congratulations to Vernon Public Schools for being the only Connecticut school district to earn national recognition from the District Administration Leadership Institute (DALI). Also, the launch of a new state digital platform designed to connect businesses and organizations to content creators. Plus, the AARP Community Grant Challenge is now accepting applications.
Rockville General Acquisition by HHC, Access Health CT Deadline Extension, Energy Assistance, and SNAP work rule changes
January 9, 2026Hartford HealthCare has officially acquired Rockville General, the new Rockville Campus will continue to serve our local community. Access Health CT has extended the final deadline to enroll in a health or dental plan for 2026 to Saturday, January 31. The Generation Power CT (GPCT) Emergency Energy Assistance Program is accepting applications and more information to understand new SNAP work rules.
Access Health CT Extension, $70 Million to Protect Health Insurance, and Medical Debt Relief
December 19, 2025We had a great discussion this past week on homeschooling, a productive Mock Legislative Session Day, and a call to pay student teachers in an effort to reverse the decline in teacher prep enrollment. Due to a system outage, Access Health CT has extended the deadline to sign up for health and dental coverage. The state will be using $70 Million from the emergency response fund to Protect Health Insurance, and Medical Debt relief is on the way for qualifying individuals.