Democrats not happy with Gov. Ned Lamont's hiring reduction for new CT state employees
Connecticut Democrats, in reaction to governor's abrupt hiring freeze, say the state budget surplus is robust enough to keep ...
After D.C. meeting, Lamont sees path to working with Trump on energy
Following meetings in Washington, Lamont says he found an area of alignment with Trump: more nuclear and natural gas energy ...
Lamont cuts spending at CT public colleges, other agencies
One week after agreeing to bolster grants for special education, Gov. Ned Lamont slashed $41 million in other spending on ...
Gov. Lamont addressed his plan to make childcare more affordable
Connecticut’s governor said he has a plan to help with rising childcare costs.Gov. Ned Lamont unveiled a plan aimed at ...
CT’s community health centers file petition against state over Medicaid rates
Health centers' legal action demands DSS admit it’s violating law governing care provided to low-income patients on Medicaid.
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Lamont signs bill allocating state funds to CT nonprofits affected by federal cuts
Connecticut is providing $3 million to local nonprofits facing a loss of federal funds. Gov. Ned Lamont signed the bill into ...
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CT long term care workers seek more state support in the wake of COVID-19
Long term care workers from the union SEIU 1199 NE and faith leaders rallied Tuesday to reflect on the toll of COVID-19 – and ...
Lamont to sign new bills that provide same funding as vetoed bills
The bills avoid a veto override fight by providing funding for special education and nonprofits from money outside the ...
Hate crime consolidation bill put forth by CT Gov. Lamont gets support and opposition in legislature
Connecticut's law enforcement community has had trouble proving 'malicious' intent in prosecuting hate crimes. This bill ...
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Local CT municipality leaders criticize Lamont’s budget
Connecticut’s Conference of Municipalities criticized Gov. Ned Lamont’s proposed budget with a new campaign called “Do the ...
When the pandemic hit CT: Fear, uncertainty and shutdown
Within a week of the pandemic declaration, clear disparities began to emerge. Unemployment claims skyrocketed. Some school districts transitioned easily into remote learning; others were scrambling.