Unemployment Benefits Overpayment Waiver
November 2, 2021The Connecticut Department of Labor has recently reported that around 13,000 unemployment benefit recipients received overpayments throughout the pandemic.
Access Health Open Enrollment Begins November 1st
October 27, 2021If you are looking for good, quality, healthcare the annual Access Health CT Open Enrollment Period begins this Monday, November 1 and runs through January 15, 2022.
Shop Local During National Small Business Week
September 15, 2021It's National Small Business Week, the perfect opportunity for us to recognize the hard work and accomplishments of our state’s and nation's small business owners and leaders.
Operation Fuel Ready to Help with Utility Bills
August 19, 2021Electricity costs tend to be at their highest during the summer months - so families struggle to pay their utility bills during this time.
State Advocacy Groups and Lawmakers Discuss Solutions for Juvenile Justice Issues
August 6, 2021On Friday, August 6, 2021, the Connecticut Justice Alliance (CTJA), Tow Youth Justice Institute (TYJI) at the University of New Haven, and the American Civil Liberties Union of Connecticut (ACLU-CT), along with Connecticut community advocates and lawmakers, held a press conference today on the North Steps of the State Capitol to discuss data-driven solutions to car thefts and youth crime that don’t center on incarcerating teens but instead offer an actual plan of action to provide resources to support their specific needs.
$16 Million for Special Education Services
August 5, 2021This week, more than $16 million in Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief II (ESSER II) funds was made available to 170 school districts across Connecticut.
Free Admission for Kids at CT Museums all Summer
July 1, 2021As our communities re-open, Connecticut has launched several summer enrichment initiatives to provide children with fun and educational opportunities that capitalize on the outstanding resources throughout our state.
Budget Designed to Jump-start the State's Economy
June 9, 2021Last night the House passed a $46.4 billion budget that heavily invests in Connecticut towns, local nonprofits and families needing vital assistance.