Stephen Krauchick

DoingItLocal is run by Steve Krauchick. Steve has always had interest with breaking news even as an early teen, opting to listen to the Watergate hearings instead of top 40 on the radio. His interest in news spread to become the communities breaking news leader in Connecticut’s Fairfield County. He strongly believes that the public has right to know what is happening in their backyard and that government needs to be transparent. Steve also likes promoting local businesses.

Governor Update

·         Since yesterday’s update, an additional 35 Connecticut residents have tested positive, bringing the statewide total to 194. This includes the first case to be reported out of New London County.   ·         Governor Lamont today signed his ninth executive order pursuant to his emergency declaration, taking further actions to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in Connecticut. This one: o   Directs all non-essential businesses and not-for profit entities in Connecticut to prohibit all in-person functions effective Monday, March 23, 2020 at 8:00 p.m.; and o   Requires a coordinated effort between the State of Connecticut and its municipalities when responding to this emergency.   ·         The state has launched a framework for the donation of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Those looking to donate should fill out…

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Strengthening America’s Supply Chain and National Security Act

WASHINGTON—U.S. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) introduced the Strengthening America’s Supply Chain and National Security Act, bipartisan, bicameral legislation to combat America’s supply chain risk and dependence on China for pharmaceuticals. U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), and Tim Kaine (D-Va.) joined Rubio in introducing the bill in the Senate, and U.S. Representative Michael Waltz (R-FL) will lead the companion legislation in the House. “Coronavirus has exposed a serious risk in our supply chain. Being dependent on China for pharmaceuticals—especially at the height of this pandemic—poses a serious threat to U.S. national security and public health across this country. I’m glad to work with a group of bipartisan senators to prioritize American manufacturers and ensure adequate pharmaceutical supply throughout…

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