November’s ballot will see a number of transportation initiatives across the nation, totaling $50 billion in possible spending.
Transportation on the ballot
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Gov. Lamont declares state of emergency as crews continue to battle Berlin brush fire
Gov. Ned Lamont announced a state of emergency due to dry weather conditions and the threat of additional fires.
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Lamont calls for independent audit of CSCU system
The call for an audit came just one day after a news report raised questions about CSCU Chancellor Terrence Cheng’s expenses.
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CT works to expand higher ed programs in prisons
With incarcerated people now broadly eligible for financial aid through Pell Grants, CT officials are working on expanding education access.
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Marriage rates are recovering, but so are divorces
The rates of marriages — and divorces — in Connecticut have rebounded in recent years after a long decline, driven in part by economics.
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Do Connecticut’s psychiatric facilities need more oversight? Lawmakers to decide
Concerns about patient safety and abuse have led Connecticut lawmakers to consider increased oversight of state-run psychiatric facilities.
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Setting the record straight on housing
Engage with your local zoning board to ensure they’re taking proactive steps to meet their obligation to legalize the kinds of homes most of our neighbors support.
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CT DACA recipients can soon get health coverage on the exchange
The change follows a federal policy finalized in May expanding Affordable Care Act eligibility to DACA recipients.
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Gov. Lamont: Housing solutions are local. Legislators beg to differ
The discussion at the CT Housing Conference highlighted the differences between the executive and legislative branches on the housing crisis.
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Expand voter access: Vote YES on No Excuse Absentee Voting
As Americans, our vote is our voice. Let’s approve No Excuse Absentee Voting in CT this November 5.
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Rusty equipment found in operating rooms at Prospect-owned Waterbury Hospital, state inspectors say
Documents obtained by CT Public also identified table pads with cracks that prevented them from being properly sanitized between patients.
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Could CT budget face emergency cuts despite plan to save $1.2B?
CT expects to set aside $1.2 billion to pay down pension debt, but projects nearly $400 million in General Fund cost overruns.
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For Connecticut Voters, More Access is On the Ballot
There’s a question on your ballot this election season, likely near the top on the front page. Connecticut voters will be asked if they agree to amend the state constitution to allow more people to vote via absentee ballot. Caregivers, disability rights advocates, and others will have more access to voting rights if the measure passes.
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Good retiree healthcare coverage — a moving target
The conversation about how best to achieve optimal healthcare insurance must be continuous for state retirees, retired teachers, and for one in five state residents insured by Medicare.
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CT’s affordable housing narrative doesn’t add up
Connecticut’s infamous 8-30g statute — which mandates that 10% of housing in every town be “affordable” — does more harm than good.