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Stories about Connecticut politicians, the General Assembly, elections, state legislation, the state’s congressional delegation and the impact of federal legislation on Connecticut.
Absentee voting, voter intimidation bills get public hearing
CT Democratic lawmakers said the voter intimidation bill was a response to President Donald Trump’s threats to nationalize local elections.
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Long-term care insurance legislation advances
The bill would require CT Insurance Dept. to hold a public hearing when insurers’ rate hike requests exceed 10%, notify lawmakers in advance.
Sen. Ceci Maher to retire, says it is time for next generation
Sen. Ceci Maher, 72, announced she will not seek reelection, but will instead step aside so “younger leaders” can take the reins.
CT to close transfer station at center of local trash dispute
The Torrington facility was the subject of a dispute involving two trash haulers and allegations of favoritism at the state Capitol.
Lamont vetoes speedy earmarks: ‘My objection is to the process’
Gov. Ned Lamont cut grants and earmarks worth $4 million from six sections of a bill that sped to passage with little review last week.
Broad support shown for CT microtransit at public hearing
The subsidized ride-sharing service operates in nine transit districts in CT. Hundreds supported extending the pilot program for another year.
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