For CT Mirror’s ‘In the Room’ series, Bysiewicz talked about officials’ efforts to control the state’s finances and pay down its debt.
Lt. Gov Bysiewicz talks budgets, affordability at ‘In the Room’
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CT announces $2M settlement with Pike Fuels over environmental law violations
An investigation into a New Haven petroleum distribution facility uncovered several alleged violations of state environmental laws.
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Lamont warns ‘fixed costs’ will consume all revenue growth in next CT budget
The budget analysis means it’s unlikely more money will be available for education, social services and other core programs.
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Fear and trembling on the Left
We need to be open to making common cause with Trump supporters who become disillusioned with their leader when he does nothing to help them.
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CT school resource officer law not applied as intended, report finds
An updated law that promotes transparency about school resource officers has not been implemented as designed, CT Voices for Children found.
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CT $20K student loan reimbursement program will launch in 2025
Beneficiaries must be CT residents who graduated from a college or university in the state. They can receive up to $5K a year for four years.
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WATCH: ‘In The Room’ with Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz
Host John Dankosky sits down with Lt. Governor Bysiewicz to discuss her role in championing women’s health, education, and fair elections.
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REGISTER: ‘In The Room’ with State Comptroller Sean Scanlon
Host John Dankosky will chat with Comptroller Scanlon about his his role as Comptroller, healthcare, pension payroll, state budget, and more!
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CT votó a favor del voto en ausencia sin excusa. ¿Ahora qué?
La aprobación del “voto en ausencia sin excusas” significa que los legisladores de CT ahora pueden aprobar una ley que lo permita.
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CT awarded $291M for rail improvement projects
The state has been awarded $291 million in federal grants to improve the rail network via President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
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The CT citizens locked out at the ballot box
Connecticut’s existing felony disenfranchisement policy continues to perpetuate the state’s legacy of suppressing the political power of minority communities.
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Linda McMahon named U.S. education secretary
Stamford’s Linda McMahon was named to be President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to succeed Miguel Cardona as Education secretary.
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CT behavioral health providers underpaid for services, according to report
The report found CT behavioral health providers are paid less by Medicaid than by commercial insurers and often less than other specialties.
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CT’s Sarah Russell confirmed by Senate to U.S. District Court
Russell’s nomination is part of Democrats’ final push to confirm as many of President Joe Biden’s judicial nominees before year’s end.
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New life promised for an old coal-fired plant in Bridgeport
A developer will transform Bridgeport Harbor Station Unit 3, and the state wants mixed-use development — ideally with a housing component.