Changes To Medicare Savings Delayed
December 11, 2017For those of you impacted by the changes to the Medicare Savings program, there is good news. The state Department of Social Services has announced that it will delay the scheduled Jan. 1 implementation of income eligibility reductions in the Medicare Savings Programs, as a result of concerns raised by beneficiaries, advocates and legislators.
Renters Rebate Checks Are Being Mailed
December 4, 2017The Office of Policy and Management has announced that residents enrolled in the state’s Renter’s Rebate program are expected to receive their checks this week.
Assistance Available For Heating Bills
November 22, 2017The cold weather has finally arrived and now is the time to consider applying for heating assistance. If you are eligible for home heating assistance, this program is here to help you and your family stay warm.
Time To Enroll In Access Health CT
November 15, 2017Do you and your family have health insurance coverage? Do you know of anyone who needs it? Enrollment in Access Health CT is off to another strong start this year, and you can still sign up until Dec. 22.
Care 4 Kids Is Back In Business
November 9, 2017Care 4 Kids, the state’s primary child-care support program, has been reopened, and eligible families on the wait list can now begin to enroll.
New laws effective Oct. 1
October 2, 2017Several new laws went into effect on Oct. 1, including: Stiffer penalties for hate crimes, protections for pregnant women in the workplace, changes to the age and weight requirements for car seats, the formation of a Small Business Hotline and protections against the Civil Asset Forfeiture law.
Update on Budget Negotiations
September 26, 2017Governor Malloy is convening leaders of all four caucuses to move the discussion closer to agreement on a budget for the biennium.
GOP Budget Axes Help For Thousands
September 21, 2017Blasting the Republican-passed state budget, Rep. Roland Lemar says a cut to the community college system sends a message to future employers that the state is not open for business. Many community college students are Connecticut high school graduates who find a home here, get a start here and become part of the workforce of the future here, Lemar said in this New Haven Independent news story.