Susan Johnson

The following is a summary of the day-to-day newly reported data on cases, deaths, and tests in Connecticut. It is important to note that these newly reported updates include data that occurred over the last several days to a week. All data in this report are preliminary, and data for previous dates will be updated as new reports are received and data errors are corrected.

State Rep. Brian Smith joined me on Let's Talk About It to share his background in public service and more.

Connecticut will be the first state in the nation to require all high schools to offer courses on African-American, Black, Puerto Rican, and Latino studies. High schools will be required to offer these courses by Fall 2022.

I want to thank Majority Leader Rojas for entrusting me with this important role. It is an honor and privilege to have this opportunity to work with him, Speaker-designate Ritter, and other incredible leaders to shape policy that moves Connecticut forward," said Rep. Johnson. "I'm appreciative and energized by this appointment and look forward to working with our new leadership team."

The Connecticut Department of Public Health today released its weekly COVID-19 Alert Map, which indicates that 150 cities and towns in Connecticut are now in the red zone alert level, the highest of the state’s four alert levels.

The Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development today published updated sector rules regarding team sports, as well as gyms and fitness centers. These rules take effect Monday, November 23.

The Connecticut Department of Public Health today released its weekly COVID-19 Alert Map, which indicates that 145 cities and towns in Connecticut are now in the red zone alert level, the highest of the state’s four alert levels.

Connecticut’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) is reminding all customers that the enrollment period for the COVID-19 Payment Program for both residential and non-residential customers is extended through at least February 9, 2021.