Legislature Helps Fed Workers in Shutdown
January 23, 2019For more than a month, at least 1,500 federal employees in New Haven and other municipalities around the state have been furloughed or forced to work without pay because of a politically motivated shutdown of government in the nation's capital. To help them the legislature has passed legislation, making available unemployment assistance, interest-free loans of up to $5,000 and other resources for them.
Access Health CT Deadline Extended
December 20, 2018There is still time to get quality and affordable health insurance coverage! With several new plan structures available this year, Access Health CT has decided to extend their enrollment period until Tuesday, Jan. 15.
Walker Pushes Yale On Jobs Agreement
December 14, 2018Rep. Toni Walker, the co-chairwoman of Gov.-elect Ned Lamont’s transition team, sent a not-so-subtle message to Yale University inquiring about its progress in hiring 1,000 New Haven workers by April. Read this New Haven Register news story for more details.
Access Health CT Deadline Is Saturday
December 12, 2018This Saturday, Dec. 15, is the last day to enroll for health insurance through Access Health CT, so if you or anyone else you know is interested, then don’t delay.
CT Approves $2.2 Million For New Haven
December 11, 2018Rep. Toni Walker joined her colleagues representing New Haven to announce that the State Bond Commission today approved $2,263,000 in state funding for several local initiatives and projects.
SBA Offers Assistance For Hurricane Impact
November 16, 2018The Small Business Association is making available some limited assistance for New Haven County residents who were adversely impacted by the May 15th 2018 hurricane.
Access Health CT Renewal Notices Mailed
October 18, 2018Access Health CT is mailing annual renewal notices this week for health insurance coverage and urging recipients to review the notices carefully. Numerous changes to insurance plans have been made for 2019, making it more important for people to read the notices, and shop and compare the plans starting on Nov. 1.
New State Laws Taking Effect On Oct. 1
September 15, 2018Here is a list of just some of the new state laws that take effect on Monday, October 1; please take a moment to look them over, and feel free to call or email me if you have any questions or concerns.