The FTC voted to curb non-competes, but critics are suing to block the final rule. Meanwhile, CT is considering legislation to limit them.
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CT elections enforcement commission wants more investigators, head says
The SEEC has struggled with its caseload after the Bridgeport election scandal, but lawmakers have said more money to add staff is unlikely.
Posted inEconomic Development
In CT towns and cities, ARPA is funding a downtown revitalization
Many CT municipalities have directed part of their COVID-19 relief funds to breathe new life into hobbled Main Street businesses.
Posted inMoney
Legislature OKs 2.5% raise plus step hike for most CT employees
Analysts say the raises will cost CT about $190 million next fiscal year. Raises go into effect July 1 and a step hike on Jan. 1.
Posted inNewsletters
On Balance: The ‘rules of the road’ for AI in CT
Erica E. Phillips writes about the debates among CT lawmakers and Gov. Ned Lamont over how to regulate artificial intelligence.
Posted inEnergy & Environment
Climate change legislation faces another uphill battle to approval
CT has four major climate bills awaiting legislative action this session. It’s anyone’s guess what will emerge to make it to a vote, or pass.
Posted inEducation
Yale clash over divestment continues after Gaza protests, arrests
Pro-Palestine organizers formed an encampment, calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and for Yale to divest from military weapon manufacturers.
Posted inPolitics
CT AI bill would set standards, but Lamont remains wary
Senate Democrats said they are narrowing a proposal to set standards for the development and use of artificial intelligence in CT.
Posted inGovernment
Federal internet benefits at risk in CT. Could a state bill fill in gaps?
Advocates say S.B. 3 could act as a ‘backstop’ if Congress doesn’t fund the Affordable Connectivity Program by the end of the month.
Posted inTransportation
No walk in the park: Road design a threat to walkers and bikers
More pedestrians are being killed by vehicles in Connecticut, but some experts aren’t blaming the drivers — they’re blaming the roads.
Posted inPolitics
Facing deadline, CT’s legislative factory comes to life
The wheels of the CT General Assembly slowly began turning this week, producing some of the first floor votes since the 2024 session opened.
Posted inCharting Connecticut
How the UConn men’s basketball team dominated, in six charts
The UConn men’s basketball team dominated in more ways than winning the NCAA tournament this year. Here are 6 charts that show how.
Posted inMoney
Lamont won’t say if he’ll ease ‘debt diet’ to make CT budget fix work
CT legislative leaders plan to borrow to cover operating expenses in the next budget — creating a significant hole to be tackled next year.
Posted inHealth
A year after launch, ‘HUSKY for immigrants’ sees strong demand
Advocates want CT to expand coverage to residents 18 and under regardless of immigration status, but budget constraints present a challenge.
Posted inHousing
CT housing advocates say they’re tired of waiting for change
As this year’s legislative session nears its end, many of the housing bills still waiting for votes might die.