Disconnected & At-Risk Youth & What Connecticut is Doing to Support Them
October 18, 2023Connecticut-based Dalio Education recently released a report it commissioned that focused on "disconnected and at-risk youth" and found more than 63,000 young adults were disconnected, and 56,000 students were at risk between 2021 and 2022, according to the compiled data.
State Bond Money for New Haven
October 6, 2023The State Bond Commission approved long sought funding for housing on Whalley Avenue, the Shubert Theatre, and other projects in New Haven during its meeting this morning.
Laws Effective October 1
September 26, 2023A number of new laws that are effective on October 1st were passed during the 2023 legislative session that address several issue areas to improve our great state.
Lowering Your Prescription Drug Costs
September 25, 2023Connecticut is about to take a transformative step toward making prescription drugs more affordable for all.
Celebrating Rosh Hashanah
September 15, 2023A happy and sweet new year this Rosh Hashanah!
Application Period Open for Connecticut Energy Assistance Program
September 1, 2023The application period for the 2023-2024 winter season of the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) is open. CEAP provides vulnerable state homeowners and renters with crucial support for the associated costs with heating their homes.
Building On Our Skilled Workforce
August 30, 2023During the 2023 legislative session, we successfully passed a number of measures, which will enhance and support our skilled workforce and make our state more attractive for companies and new businesses.
Additional SNAP Benefits for CT Kids
August 11, 2023The Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS), in consultation with the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE), this week announced that $8.8 million in special food assistance benefits is scheduled to be distributed Sunday, August 13, 2023, to the families of 57,313 children under age 6 who are enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).