Emissions Test Electronic Reminder
April 28, 2023The Connecticut DMV and the Connecticut Emissions Program are working to move to an electronic reminder notification system. This means that instead of getting postcard reminders for emissions tests, you can now get automatic electronic reminders via text, email, or both. You will receive notifications 45 days, 30 days, 15 days, and one day before your due date.
State Budget Process
April 18, 2023We are more than halfway through the regular session, and this is the time of year when legislative activity picks up in the Connecticut General Assembly.
After weeks of holding public hearings, the Finance, Revenue, and Bonding Committee and Appropriations Committee approved their budget proposals (Appropriations handles the spending side and Finance handles the revenue side).
Autism Acceptance Month
April 12, 2023April is Autism Acceptance Month. This year's theme, “Celebrate Differences,” aims to herald the acceptance of individuals beyond the spectrum.
I-95 Northbound Safety Improvement Project
March 31, 2023The Connecticut Department of Transportation announced the I-95 Northbound Safety Improvements construction project in Groton, Stonington, and North Stonington is anticipated to begin Monday, April 3.
This project will improve traffic and roadside safety along this section of interstate highway through roadway and bridge improvements.
Taking Action on Gun Violence
March 29, 2023On Tuesday, the Judiciary Committee voted to approve legislation to reduce gun violence, including mass shootings, community violence, domestic violence, suicides and accidental shootings.
Expanded Access to Health Coverage for Personal Care Attendants
March 16, 2023Personal care attendants (PCAs) will have additional access to affordable health insurance after an agreement was reached to expand the application deadline for PCAs to apply for the first round of the new premium assistance benefit.
Over $7.2M Awarded to New London
March 14, 2023Earlier today, New London was awarded over $7.2 million through the Community Investment Fund (CIF) to complete construction for the new Community and Recreation Center.
Funding for New Traffic Signals in Groton!
March 8, 2023The Connecticut Department of Transportation announced that they are developing plans to upgrade existing traffic control signal equipment in 15 locations throughout the state, and two intersections in Groton have been identified to receive the proposed upgrades.