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Facebook Live – Virtual Town Hall Reminder
This Sunday, join DECD Commissioner David Lehman and me for an interactive conversation at 5:00 P.M. This is an opportunity to share your questions, ideas, or concerns. You can watch the event and ask us questions on my Facebook.
Governor Lamont Provides Update On Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts (Latest Data as of 6:30PM on Tuesday, May 26, 2020)
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| Data updates on testing in Connecticut
A county-by-county breakdown includes:
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County
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Laboratory-Confirmed Cases
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Hospitalizations
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Associated Deaths
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Fairfield County
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15,355
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225
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1,231
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Hartford County
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9,917
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173
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1,193
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Litchfield County
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1,360
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4
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129
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Middlesex County
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1,026
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28
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142
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New Haven County
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11,121
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248
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925
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New London County
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1,075
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14
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78
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Tolland County
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821
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0
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56
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Windham County
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371
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2
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14
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Pending address validation
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257
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0
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1
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Total
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41,303
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694
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3,769
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For several additional graphs and tables containing more data, including a list of cases in every municipality, click here. |
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Governor Lamont releases Reopen Connecticut report
Governor Lamont today released his Reopen Connecticut report, which contains recommendations from the Reopen Connecticut Advisory Group – the panel of local health, business, workforce, and education experts who provided his administration and legislative leadership with recommendations on the reopening of Connecticut’s economy and education system as the nation emerges from the unprecedented public health emergency caused by COVID-19.
Throughout the pandemic, Governor Lamont has been using the advisory group’s recommendations, combined with inputs from state agency leadership, legislators, and other stakeholders, to inform his decisions on the reopening of the state.
With the release of the governor’s report, the Reopen Connecticut Advisory Group has adjourned its activities and will no longer meet, however the governor said he will remain in contact with its members over the coming months as the situation continues to develop.
**Download: Reopen Connecticut Report
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FEMA approves Connecticut’s request to extend services for non-congregate housing
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved the Lamont administration’s request to provide an extension for its non-congregate housing programs until July 2, 2020. This vital program, which was approved by FEMA in March, provides non-congregate housing to vulnerable individuals that have COVID-19 or have been in contact with COVID-19 positive individuals. It provides the state and its municipalities with a 75 percent reimbursement of all eligible costs associated with this housing. The program includes non-congregate housing for:
- Those at high risk of exposure in public service
- Individuals in at-risk facilities such as group homes, nursing homes, long-term care sites, and alternative care facilities
- First responders and health care workers who have been exposed and cannot return home
- Homeless individuals in congregate shelters
- Individuals in domestic violence shelters
Connecticut’s implementation of this program has been highlighted as a best practice by the National Low-Income Housing Coalition. |
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Department of Revenue Services continues to provide taxpayer assistance during pandemic
The Connecticut Department of Revenue Services (DRS) is reminding residents that the agency continues to provide taxpayer assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic. These include:
- Priority One Assistance Program: The Priority One Assistance Program offers assistance to businesses and individuals who have an existing collection matter with DRS. The new program, which was created to facilitate assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic, connects taxpayers with a DRS professional, who will assist in developing a workable solution. Taxpayers seeking assistance can call 860-541-7650 on Mondays to Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or can send an email.
- File electronically: Filing and payment deadlines for Connecticut individual income tax returns have been extended until July 15, 2020. The easiest way to file - and the fastest way to receive a refund - is through online filing, including via the DRS Taxpayer Service Center, which is easy, secure, and free to use. Since Connecticut's individual income tax return begins with federal adjusted gross income, it is often beneficial to complete one's federal income tax return first. Taxpayers who file a paper tax return will experience longer processing times for refunds. DRS strongly encourages taxpayers and tax professionals to file electronically.
- Helpful information on the DRS website: The DRS website includes answers to many questions, and a Frequently Asked Questions page that is updated regularly. Taxpayers who need to contact DRS may email. To reach DRS by phone during normal business hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) call 860-297-5962 (from anywhere); 800-382-9463 (within Connecticut, outside Greater Hartford area only); or 860-297-4911 (TDD/TT users only).
