Connecticut DPH Issues Safe Halloween Guidance
October 1, 2020The Connecticut Department of Public Health today released a document providing guidance to the state’s residents in order to ensure that traditional Halloween activities can be celebrated while being done in a safe and healthy manner amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Take Back Our Grid Act Passes House
October 1, 2020Yesterday, the House of Representatives took action on the most transformative Energy reform legislation on utility rates in a decade.
Governor Signs 73rd Executive Order
September 30, 2020Governor Lamont last night signed another executive order – the 73rd since he enacted the emergency declarations – that builds upon his efforts to encourage mitigation strategies that slow down transmission of the virus.
DMV Amends Deadline Extension for Certain Credentials
September 29, 2020The Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) today announced that the agency is extending deadlines again for several expiring credentials. The change impacts credentials that expired between March 10, 2020 through November 30, 2020.
Guidelines for Visitation at CT's Long-Term Care Facilities Updated
September 28, 2020Following a newly issued directive from the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Connecticut Department of Public Health Acting Commissioner Dr. Deidre Gifford has signed an order rescinding previously issued orders limiting visitation at long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, that were issued to protect the health of nursing home residents in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
CT Moves Toward Phase 3 Reopening Oct. 8
September 28, 2020Connecticut will move into Phase 3 of its reopening plan on Thursday, October 8, 2020. The phase includes easing several restrictions put into place on businesses and gatherings, while continuing state efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
DPH Releases Comprehensive Guidance and Recommendations for All Organized Sports
September 25, 2020The Connecticut Department of Public Health today released comprehensive guidance and recommendations for organized sports, including youth and adult club and private league play. The guidance is intended to guide local health departments, municipalities, and league organizers in assessing the risk of play, and will be revisited later in the fall or early winter as the COVID-19 pandemic progresses.
DPH Announces Start of Influenza Vaccination Clinics in CT
September 24, 2020The Connecticut Department of Public Health is announcing today the state of influenza vaccination clinics in Connecticut for the coming flu season and is encouraging people in the state to get vaccinated for the flu as soon as possible.