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Free School Breakfast, Strengthening Early Literacy, and Higher Education Registry

September 2, 2026

Free Breakfast for all public school students this school year. The State Department of Education has been awarded a grant to expand targeted reading intervention for students K-3 with reading difficulties. Plus, the Connecticut Office of Higher Education recently launched a new Higher Education Registry, explore resources to post-secondary education and career training opportunities across the state.

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Emergency Energy Assistance, Affordability Survey, and Nominate a Vet

August 26, 2026

I’ve had the privilege of being out and about across town where a lot has been happening. Generation Power CT’s application cycle for Emergency Energy Assistance is now accepting applications. Take part in the Affordability Survey where your input could lead to change in important policy discussions and shape efforts to make essential needs more accessible and affordable. Plus, nominate a CT Vet for the Hall of Fame.

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Student Loan Changes and CT Career Paths Resource Guide

July 15, 2026

Sweeping federal changes to the student loan system have affected roughly half a million Connecticut residents with student debt. The Connecticut Career Paths Resource Guide has been released to help individuals explore career opportunities. Plus, Connecticut's Lemon Law program has been effective in helping consumers with vehicles.

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