Congress approved federal funding, formerly known as earmarks, for more than 180 local projects in 70 Connecticut cities and towns.
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What is ‘Work Live Ride’ and how would it impact housing in CT?
A CT bill known as ‘Work Live Ride’ is designed to encourage more housing near train and bus stations. Here’s what to know about it.
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Many struggle with addiction during, after incarceration. Will CT use opioid settlement funds to help?
Part of CT’s opioid settlement money could go to addressing the crisis’ effect on incarcerated people, many of whom struggle with addiction.
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CT bill would let religious institutions build temporary shelters
Legislators voted to advance a bill that would allow CT religious organizations to install temporary homeless shelters on their property.
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Ambulance providers strained as demand is up and funds run low
About 2.6 million emergency responses were made in CT from 2020-2022. But some EMS providers’ staff numbers have dropped.
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EPA orders cleanup of lead found at Putnam apartments
The EPA has been investigating the Cargill Falls Mill in Putnam for months following reports of toxic levels of lead.
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CT lawmakers seeking new options to work around budget cap
CT lawmakers have spent millions in recent years outside the ‘fiscal guardrails,’ but these temporary wells are quickly running dry.
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‘Up in flames’: CT insurance committee advances no bills
Thursday’s deadline for the committee to advance bills went by with no votes on legislation this session, a failure that drew concerns.
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Protection for Coast Guard cadets reporting assaults gets initial OK
U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney’s safe-to-report policy for the New London academy is part of a Coast Guard authorization bill.
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CT students, university staff clash over proposed textbook fee
A plan to charge a textbook fee at CT state universities led to questions about whether it would be more harmful or beneficial to students.
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CT employee raises could hinder aid for higher education
CT higher ed officials say raises for state employees could complicate their already uphill climb to close deficits and preserve programs.
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Anti-abortion advocates oppose CT constitutional amendment
The March for Life drew more than 1,500 people who called on CT to halt a proposal to enshrine reproductive rights in the state Constitution.
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CT bill would expand criminal protective orders
A proposal would allow CT courts to issue criminal protective orders against people found not guilty by reason of mental illness.
Posted inEconomic Development
Is CT’s film and TV tax credit program in its final season?
Amid budget constraints, legislative leaders from both parties favor ending the tax credits, but ESPN, NBC and actors are pushing back.
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Will RNC reopen Black, Latino community center in CT? It’s unclear
In 2022, the RNC opened community centers, including one in CT, to engage with voters of color. Now, state GOP officials want a new one.