Plus: Proposed hospital provider tax changes, a pitch for three-year bachelor’s degrees, and a family caregiver tax credit bill advances.
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Are CT restraining orders only issued if there is physical violence?
The law expanding the domestic violence definition is named after women killed by their partners: Jennifer Farber Dulos and Jennifer Magnano.
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Can bars sell THC-infused drinks in CT?
THC beverages are now limited to 3 milligrams of THC per 12-ounce container, and purchases are restricted to individuals 21 and older.
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Diamantis scandal, ‘superfund’ bill, DHS: CT politics news
Plus: Proposals for overdose prevention centers, private equity protections in health care, and a ‘Golden Girls Bill.’
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Caregiver tax credit, athlete exemption from PE: CT politics news
Plus: Proposals for a bigger Correction Ombuds office, a life jacket requirement for children and more Office of the Child Advocate staff.
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Does CT law specify a minimum age for leaving a child home alone?
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, experts generally recommend that children under 11 or 12 not be left alone.
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Lawmakers talk zoning changes, homeschooling: CT politics news
Plus: Talk of bans on non-disclosure agreements and sale-leasebacks of hospitals, Medicaid reimbursement rates and more.
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Are CT residents required to show a photo ID to vote?
There are various forms of identification accepted at Connecticut polling places in order to cast a ballot.
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Open CT House seat, Eversource’s doubled earnings: CT politics news
Plus: An evictions bill, ‘Healthcare Cabinet’ recommendations, questions about mental health staff at correctional facilities and more.
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Gubernatorial candidates rebut Lamont’s speech: CT politics news
Plus: Proposals on towing laws, AI discrimination, expedited health care approvals; updates on the Committee on Children and Aging Committee.
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Are heart attacks from shoveling snow common?
Heart attacks while shoveling snow are a well-documented risk. Men with certain health conditions or low fitness are especially vulnerable.
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Are there ICE operations planned during Super Bowl LX?
Key U.S. Department of Homeland Security officials indicated in the fall that they planned to send agents to the Super Bowl.
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Scanlon’s campaign, Bronin endorsement: CT Politics news
Plus: Updates on the Connecticut Education Issues Summit, the Council of Small Towns, and the Planning and Development Committee.
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Do pre-COVID students qualify for free CT community college tuition aid?
The “Mary Ann Handley Award” — formerly PACT — covers the gap between grants and community college tuition and fees.
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Does CT charge a cannabis tax for medical marijuana?
To obtain medical marijuana, patients’ health care providers must certify that they have an approved condition and patients register with CT.