Stay Connected This Legislative Session!
January 30, 2024With the legislative session just around the corner on February 7, the resources below will help you stay updated on crucial developments, events, proposed policies, and key discussions as they happen in Hartford.
New Online Portal for Job Seekers
January 24, 2024Connecticut has launched a new online jobs portal aimed at assisting state residents — and those seeking to move here — in the process of finding a job.
The new portal - jobs.ct.gov - joins health.ct.gov and business.ct.gov as the next service category in Connecticut's ongoing evolution toward a more digital state government that streamlines and improves access to state services and resources.
Historic Tax Cuts
January 3, 2024As a result of fiscally responsible budgeting by the legislature and governor, significant tax relief is on the way for many Connecticut taxpayers in 2024.
New Year Brings New Laws
December 20, 2023Many of the new state laws passed during the 2023 legislative session take effect on January 1, 2024. Some of the various issues addressed by the new laws include early voting, healthcare services, as well as online privacy and data protection.
State Minimum Wage Rises with New Year
December 6, 2023Effective January 1, 2024, Connecticut's minimum wage of $15 will increase to $15.69 as a result of a new annual economic index adjustment. The increase is because of 2019 legislation, which implemented incremental increases in the minimum wage between 2019 and 2023, with future yearly adjustments tied to the percentage change in the federal employment cost index.
Apprentice Program Can Lead to a Great Career
November 15, 2023This week is "National Apprenticeship Week" which is a good time to highlight Connecticut's Apprenticeship Training Program and the great careers that await as you learn while you earn!
Access Health CT Enrollment Now Open
November 1, 2023Access Health CT's (AHCT) Open Enrollment Period for 2024 opened November 1. During this enrollment period, individuals can sign up for the first time, renew their coverage, and explore the various policy options to see which will be the most beneficial for them and their family.
Prescription Drug Discount Card Available
September 27, 2023A new prescription drug discount program begins next month, and all state residents are eligible to sign up for the savings.
Connecticut is about to take a big step toward making prescription drugs more affordable for all.
Beginning October 2, all residents will be eligible to sign up for ArrayRx, a prescription drug discount card program that provides up to 80% off certain prescriptions at nearly all pharmacies in the state.