Tong Joins Coalition To Uphold Virginia's Anti-Discrimination Law

A court brief was filed in the case of a wedding photography business that wants to refuse service to LGBTQ+ couples.

House Republicans Urge Transparency In Federal Pandemic Aid Use

Republicans asked the governor's budget director to provide the legislature—and taxpayers—with a detailed status report.

AG Urges Scrutiny For Insurance Rate Hike Requests

Insurers are seeking significant rate increases for a range of individual and small group plans, including those for small businesses.

New Chief Administrative Judge Of Juvenile Matters Announced

Judge Dawne G. Westbrook succeeds Judge Bernadette Conway, who completed a five-year term.

Gov. Lamont Issues Statement On Sports Wagering, Online Gaming

The Connecticut General Assembly’s Regulation Review Committee approved regulations this week for sports wagering and online gaming.

Treasurer Wooden Provides Updates On Connecticut Economy

FDA approval of the COVID-19 vaccine provides confidence to capital markets and the workforce.

Attorney General Tong Responds To Purdue Bankruptcy

"We are weighing all viable options to preserve our claims against the Sacklers," Tong said of Purdue Pharma.

Connecticut Panel OKs Sports Betting, I-Gambling Regulations

Legislative committee approves proposed new gambling market in Connecticut.

6 CT Manufacturers Receive Grants For 3D Printing Operations

$600K was awarded to 6 companies from Connecticut's Additive Manufacturing Adoption Program

Gov. Lamont Appoints Marilyn Alverio To the Social Equity Coucil

The council was created this summer by the enactment of a new state law legalizing and regulating the adult-use of cannabis in Connecticut.

AG Joins Coalition For Housing Protections Against Discrimination

A coalition of 23 states is urging the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to protect people from housing discrimination.

CT Receives Federal Grant To Assist Minority-Owned Manufacturers

Businesses interested in participating in this program can contact the Connecticut Small Business Development Center.

DEEP Announces $12 Million In Clean Air Grants From VW Settlement

Programs prioritize EJ Communities and EV Infrastructure at government facilities.

New Mandate Requires Teachers, State Employees To Get Vaccinated

Governor requiring at least one dose of a coronavirus vaccination by Sept. 27.

CT Health Officials Warn Against Sewage Discharge After Storm

CT residents are advised not to swim, fish, or utilize paddlecraft in areas near to drainage pipes statewide.

AG Tong Calls For Investigation Into Eversouce Marketing Tactics

Eversource was reportedly using high pressure tactics to entice customers in the South Windsor area to convert to natural gas.

AG Tong Defends Rights Of Transgender Americans To Change IDs

"Barring transgender people from having driver’s licenses consistent with their gender identity causes unnecessary stigma and isolation."

CT Earned Income Tax Credit Set To Rise: Gov. Lamont

Thousands of low-to-moderate income working individuals and families in the state will see an increase in their state tax refund next year.

Treasurer Wood Announces New Chief Investment Officer

Edward Wright brings broad asset class experience managing multi-billion dollar pension funds.

Gov. Lamont Launches 'Made By CT' Web Series

The Instagram series highlights notable Connecticut businesses across several industries.

AG Tong Seeks Info On Philips Respironics CPAP Machine Recall

A recall notification sent by Philips Respironics to patients fails to explain how the company will repair or replace the defective devices.

AG Tong Warns Consumers Of Fraudulent Letters About Unpaid Taxes

The fraudulent letter claims to be from a “Tax Processing Unit” in a Connecticut county and threatens legal action for unpaid taxes.

Lamont Applauds Senate Passage of Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill

The historic legislation will make the largest investment in United States infrastructure in decades.

Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Includes Key Measures For Enviro

The U.S. Senate passed H.R. 3684, the “Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act,” by a vote of 69-30.

Gov. Lamont, Commissioner Dykes On U.N. Climate Report

Gov. Lamont issued a joint statement with Commissioner Dykes in response to the UN report on the global impacts of climate change.

AG Tong Calls For Faster Implementation Of Anti-Robocall Tech

Under the TRACED Act, which became law in 2019, phone companies are required to implement STIR/SHAKEN technology on their networks.

Neglect, Lack Of Enforcement At Connecticut's Cemeteries

Many of Connecticut’s oldest and most historic cemeteries are suffering from severe neglect, according to a state historian.

Tong Urges EPA To Move Swiftly To Protect Clean Water Act

A coalition of attorneys general are speaking out against a Trump-era rule curtailing state authority on clean water.

AG Tong Seeks To Ensure $26B Opioid Settlement Saves Lives

Tong outlined provisions in the $26 billion agreements with pharmaceutical distributors.

Lamont: Support Local Growers During National Farmers Market Week

Residents can purchase locally-grown products designated with the Connecticut Grown logo.

Attorney General Tong Supports Protections For Student Borrowers

Tong joined a multistate amicus brief advocating for the rights of federal student loan borrowers.

Treasurer Wooden Shares Updates On Connecticut Economy

Wooden also reacts to how the delta variant is impacting U.S. markets.

New CT Law Helps Military Spouses Obtain Occupational Licenses

The legislation replaces an old-fashioned requirement that certain Department of Consumer Protection licensees have "good moral character."

Lamont Announces $16M For Special Education Recovery Efforts

Funds will assist 170 school districts across Connecticut with delivering special education services to more than 80,000 students this year.

Lamont Announces $3.8M To Improve Nonprofit Security Protections

Funds will help implement security infrastructure improvements at the facilities of 97 nonprofit organizations in Connecticut.

Lamont Announces Aflac As Claims Administrator For Paid Leave

The Fortune 500 company plans to open new offices in Windsor, where it will locate approximately 150 jobs.

Connecticut Interstate Fire Crew Sends Crew To Fight Wildfires

The crew represents the latest personnel and resources sent from Connecticut out west this wildfire season.

AG Tong Alert: Take Prompt Action To Protect Personal Information

Ransomware attacks are increasing in frequency and scale across the globe.

Tong Reaches Agreement With Biden Administration On Air Pollution

The federal government is committing to addressing pollution that blows into Connecticut and creates unhealthy ground-level ozone.

AG Tong, DCP, OCC Announce $400K Town Square Energy Settlement

The settlement resolves claims that the company’s marketing tactics violated state consumer protection laws.