Access Health CT Open Enrollment, SNAP Benefits Update, and Emergency Energy Assistance
October 30, 2025There are important updates regarding SNAP benefits. Access Health CT’s Open Enrollment period begins Saturday, November 1. Also, if you’re in need of energy assistance, the Generation Power CT Emergency Energy Assistance Program will run from November 2–10.
New Laws Effective October 1, Disability Employment Awareness Month, and COVID Vaccine Access
October 3, 2025A breakdown of some of the new laws effective October 1. It is Disability Employment Awareness Month in CT, links to available services in the state. Plus, all the information you need for COVID-19 vaccine acccess.
Bridgeport Public Schools bus service will be restored this fall
August 21, 2025Bridgeport Public Schools bus service will be restored this fall following a negotiated transportation agreement led by the Connecticut State Department of Education.
New Laws Effective July 1
July 1, 2025Several new laws that were passed during the 2025 legislative session take effect on Tuesday, July 1.
Democrat Budget Puts People First
June 3, 2025As the CT Mirror’s budget reporter pointed out: “The state House of Representatives adopted a $55.8 billion two-year budget early Tuesday that invests in child care and K-12 education, provides a $250 tax cut to working poor families...” Tax relief for working families; investing in education and special education; transformative funding for childcare and early childhood education; and standing up for nonprofit service providers are the pillars of the next state budget.
State Park Improvements
November 13, 2024The state recently allocated $30 million toward much-needed infrastructure repairs and improvements to our state parks and forests.
Early Voting Begins October 21
October 16, 2024Election Day this year is Tuesday November 5 and for the first time in Connecticut history residents can take advantage of the state's new early voting law beginning Monday October 21.