Shop Local During National Small Business Week
September 15, 2021It's National Small Business Week, the perfect opportunity for us to recognize the hard work and accomplishments of our state’s and nation's small business owners and leaders. More than half of Americans either own or work for a small business, and they create roughly 66% of jobs in our country each year.
New CT Housing and Healthcare Initiative for Homeless Community
September 13, 2021This week saw another step forward in assuring everyone has access to quality healthcare. The State has received federal approval to provide healthcare to our homeless community. This approval will significantly bolster our state efforts to uplift homeless individuals across Connecticut.
DOT Update for East Hartford
September 10, 2021The Connecticut Department of Transportation announced that there will be a scheduled closure of one lane on Route 5/15 northbound approaching the Charter Oak Bridge, beginning September 9, 2021.
Addressing Rising Car Thefts
September 2, 2021I want to share some breaking news: starting today, September 1, the CT Judicial Branch will provide police departments with 24/7 access to juvenile arrest records to help curb car thefts and break-ins.
Overdose Awareness Day
September 1, 2021August 31 was International Overdose Awareness Day. The opioid crisis has affected communities in Connecticut and across the country.
Access Health CT Special Enrollment Period Deadline Extended
August 26, 2021Great News! Access Health CT has extended its The Special Enrollment Period deadline through October 31. Connecticut residents who need affordable and quality healthcare now have more time to sign up for a plan through AHCT.
FDA Approves Pfizer Vaccine
August 23, 2021The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted the Pfizer BioNtech COVID-19 vaccine full approval today, becoming the first vaccine to receive complete authorization following a comprehensive review by the agency, using the extensive data provided as well as conducting their own analyses.
Funding for Special Education Services
August 23, 2021This week, more than $16 million in Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief II (ESSER II) funds was made available to 170 school districts across Connecticut. This relief money will allow schools throughout our state to provide special education services to more than 80,000 students during the upcoming school year.