Many tax breaks and provisions will go into effect soon. But some cost-cutting measures, like Medicaid changes, will take a couple of years.
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.
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CT officials voice concern as ‘big beautiful bill’ set to become law
Rep. Jahana Hayes argued provisions in the bill are ‘direct attacks on our youngest generation’ based on implications for education and SNAP.
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CT senators cite a ‘catastrophe’ as Senate passes Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’
The bill extends tax cuts and reforms Medicaid and SNAP to pay for them. Sen. Chris Murphy called it a ‘health care catastrophe’ for CT.
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Blumenthal, Murphy leave Iran briefing ‘without a lot of comfort’
Chris Murphy said U.S. strikes likely only set Iran’s nuclear program back a few months, while Blumenthal argued it was too early to tell.
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Himes introduces resolution despite murky situation in Middle East
Amid a shaky ceasefire in the Middle East and the delay of intel briefings, U.S. Rep. Jim Himes is moving ahead with a war powers resolution.
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Himes and CT delegation wait for answers on Iran bombing
Himes is expected to introduce a war powers resolution to block U.S. involvement in the conflict between Iran and Israel.
Posted inPolitics
Rosa DeLauro laments lack of ‘civil discourse’ on Israel, ICE raids
The sentiment came up in a sit-down interview with DeLauro that covered the war in Gaza, immigration, defense spending and age in politics.
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Blumenthal’s KOSA faces pushback from LGBTQ group, via truck
A truck in Hartford displayed messages criticizing Blumenthal’s push for the Kids Online Safety Act, which some say could harm LGBTQ youth.
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CT farmers await disaster relief amid clash between Dems, USDA
CT will operate its own block grant. But lawmakers argued the options from USDA could prevent some farmers from getting needed relief.
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In DC, CT students rally against federal bill’s impact on financial aid
The bill would raise the endowment tax on universities from 1.4% to 21%, which students fear could impact the availability of financial aid.
Posted inEnergy & Environment
Why the Jones Act’s future is dividing Ned Lamont, Joe Courtney
The century-old maritime law is a rare point of disagreement between allies who have long worked together to support CT’s maritime industry.
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Qué podría significar la “Gran y Hermosa Ley” de Trump para residentes de CT
La “Gran y Hermosa Ley” de Trump tiene implicaciones fiscales para individuos y familias, así como para empresas y universidades.
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What Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ could mean for CT residents
Republicans are trying to pass a bill in Congress that would extend tax breaks and make cuts to safety net programs. Here’s what to know.
Posted inPolitics
Jahana Hayes on Trump’s second term: ‘Everything seems urgent’
U.S. Rep. Jahana Hayes said she has a new sense of urgency to speak out forcefully on issues she cares about, like nutrition and education.
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As U.S. House passes ‘big beautiful bill,’ CT delegation joins opposition
The bill, designed to carry out Trump’s agenda on taxes, immigration and energy, could have several implications for Connecticut.