New Laws Effective October 1st; Dockworkers @ East, West Gulf Coast ports set to strike

September 30, 2024


 
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Dear Neighbor,

Several new laws passed during the 2024 legislative session will go into effect on Tuesday, October 1st.
New laws include increasing safety for home health care aides who are on the front lines of direct contact with clients, giving the elderly population more options for choosing nursing homes, and preventing discrimination for those under mental health care.

The internet is a great informational resource, but can also be misused by thieves, bullies, predators, scam artists, and other criminals. To protect privacy, online services will be prohibited from collecting personal data without approval from those under 18, and those 13 years of age and younger only with parental consent.

Animal rights were on the radar with the banning of dog races and gifting of live animals at fairs, and increased penalties for hurting or killing a police dog. Also, the Siberian Husky will officially be the state dog on October 1!

Additionally, to help facilitate voting access for eligible voters, we included a question on the ballot in our next election that will allow voters to choose whether to implement a law for no-excuse absentee ballots.  With that in mind, the integrity of our electoral system is central to voter trust and participation in elections and to help safeguard that confidence we extended the time violations of state election laws can be referred to the State Elections Enforcement Commission for investigation.
 
There are several new laws in addition to the above – please follow the link below for the full list and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.


 
New Laws Effective October 1
Thank you for your calls, emails, and testimony at public hearings. Public input and feedback had a direct influence on these new laws. I encourage you to continue sharing your views and make your voice heard.
 
DOCKWORKERS ON VERGE OF STRIKE OCT. 1
Dockworkers are on the verge of a strike. Oct. 1st. This will impact access (from agricultural, pharmaceutical, and heavy machinery to shoes/toys) and purchasing goods. Which goods, depends. Food will likely be a strongly impacted one. The specific striking worker's ports include:
  • Boston
  • New York/New Jersey
  • Philadelphia
  • Baltimore
  • Norfolk
  • Wilmington
  • Charleston
  • Savannah
  • Jacksonville
  • Miami
  • Tampa
  • Mobile
  • New Orleans
  • Houston

Please click on the article below for more details.
Please feel free to contact me at the Capitol at 1-800-842-8267 or by email at Trenee.McGee@cga.ct.gov if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Trenee McGee
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