Federal lawmakers worry about the ‘ripple effect’ of the Pentagon’s proposal for fiscal year 2025 on Electric Boat and the sub industry.
Lisa Hagen
Lisa Hagen is CT Mirror and CT Public's shared Federal Policy Reporter. Based in Washington, D.C., she focuses on the impact of federal policy in Connecticut and covers the state’s congressional delegation. Lisa previously covered national politics and campaigns for U.S. News & World Report, The Hill and National Journal’s Hotline. She is a New Jersey native and graduate of Boston University.
CT to get $138M for local projects in first government funding bills
More than 60 CT towns will see investments flow into their communities, and additional municipalities could be included in the second batch.
CT veterans exposed to toxins can directly enroll in VA health care
A 2022 federal law expands eligibility for VA health care. But the agency is speeding up the process for enrollment starting on March 5.
Student loans forgiven for 1,600 CT borrowers on Biden’s loan plan
After the Supreme Court struck down Biden’s broader relief program, the president has been looking for other ways to cancel debt.
Records detail why Coast Guard didn’t disclose sex assault inquiry
Records from 2018 show the Coast Guard considered whether to tell Congress about sex assault claims investigated in Operation Fouled Anchor.
Blumenthal tweaks Kids Online Safety Act to ease concerns
KOSA is building more momentum in the U.S. Senate and among some LGBTQ+ rights groups. But others remain critical and want more changes.
Major setback for Sikorsky as Army ends scout helicopter program
Sikorsky was a finalist for the Army’s armed scout helicopter contract. CT lawmakers worry what it could mean for the company.
Flexing bipartisan bona fides, Chris Murphy hopeful despite defeat
CT’s Sen. Murphy was the lead negotiator on the failed border bill and took criticism for his tactics. But he still thinks he can get things done.
Murphy pushes bipartisan border bill as CT activists raise concerns
The bill would reform the asylum process, issue more work permits and stop entry into the U.S. when border encounters reach a certain number.
In CT’s 5th District rematch, Hayes has fundraising lead
George Logan raised more money than U.S. Rep. Jahana Hayes in the final months of 2023, but the congresswoman still holds a cash advantage.
CT families could see some relief as bill with child tax credit passes
The federal child tax credit received a modest boost in the bill but falls short of the 2021 expansion, disappointing Democrats.
Biden looks to schools on safe gun storage as federal bill stalls
The White House is taking another incremental step on gun safety as a federal version of Ethan’s Law requiring safe storage stalled.
Bill with child tax credit gets boost amid concerns from CT Democrat
A committee Rep. John Larson sits on approved the tax bill. But Rep. Rosa DeLauro remains opposed without expanding the child tax credit.
CT’s Sarah Russell gets committee nod for federal judgeship
Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday criticized a 2020 letter Sarah Russell signed about incarceration during COVID.
Rosa DeLauro pushes full child tax credit expansion in federal deal
DeLauro believes the potential deal benefits corporations more than families. But Rep. John Larson argues it’s a ‘home run’ for both sides.