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PROPOSED RULE TO BAN NON-COMPETE AGREEMENTS ACROSS ECONOMY

Jan 13, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

WASHINGTON–U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-Va.), and U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) on Thursday released the following statements on the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) proposed rule banning employers from imposing non-compete agreements on their employees. The FTC estimates that the new proposed rule could increase wages by nearly $300 billion per year and expand career opportunities for about 30 million Americans. “The FTC’s proposed rule banning the use of non-competes is great news for workers and for maintaining our economy’s competitive edge. In recent years, we’ve seen an explosion of non-compete agreements across industries and income brackets that have depressed wages and stifled innovation. Senator Young and I applaud the FTC…

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ACCESS HEALTH CT OPEN ENROLLMENT PERIOD ENDS MIDNIGHT JANUARY 15

Jan 11, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

Free help available through the call center, open Saturday, January 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Sunday, January 15 from 9:00 a.m. to midnight HARTFORD, Conn. (Jan. 11, 2023) — Access Health CT (AHCT) encourages Connecticut residents to shop, compare, and enroll or renew their health insurance plans before the Open Enrollment deadline of Jan. 15. Customers who enroll between December 16, 2022 and Jan. 15 at midnight will have coverage beginning Feb. 1. Free, expert help to enroll is available online, on the phone and in person at AHCT’s Navigator and Enrollment locations. AHCT will also host a free, in-person enrollment fair Sunday, Jan. 15 at the University of Connecticut Stamford Campus, located at 1 University Place,…

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ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG URGES PURA TO REJECT AQUARION “EXCESSIVE AND UNWARRANTED” 27 PERCENT RATE HIKE

Jan 5, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

(Hartford, CT) – In a brief filed today with the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority, Attorney General William Tong urged regulators to reject an “excessive and unwarranted” request by Eversource-owned Aquarion Water Company to raise its rates by 27 percent over three years. Eversource acquired Aquarion in 2017. This is the first rate case filed by Aquarion since that acquisition, although the company has previously imposed a series of escalating Water Infrastructure and Conservation Adjustment surcharges. The brief identifies numerous areas to reduce the burden on ratepayers, including a return on equity (ROE) sought by Aquarion that would exceed that of any other regulated utility in Connecticut. The brief urges PURA to reject the use of ratepayer funds for $1.4 million…

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Applications For Operation Fuel Now Open

Jan 3, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

Applications for Operation Fuel, which provides emergency energy and utility assistance to Connecticut households facing financial challenges, are now open and available at www.operationfuel.org. Applicants can receive grants of up to $1,000 to heating customers earning up to the state median income, which is currently $66,270 for individuals and $127,443 for households of four. Applicants can visit www.operationfuel.org/gethelp/ for aid, with applications available online or in-person at a fuel bank partnering with Operation Fuel. The program’s website says that applicants should gather proof of the last four weeks of income for all household members, the name of their fuel vendors for deliverable fuel customers, or their utility bill and payment history for electric/gas/water customers. This press release was made possible…

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Connecticut State Police New Year’s Holiday Traffic Stats

Jan 3, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

Connecticut State Police New Year’s Holiday Traffic Stats 12/30/2022 -01/02/2023 The following are the New Year's holiday traffic statistics from Friday, 12/30/2022, at 12:01 AM to Monday 1/2/23, at 8:00 AM: Total Calls for Service – 3,864 Speeding Violations – 292 Seatbelt Violations – 10 DUI Arrests – 34 Accidents – 203 With Injury – 16 Fatalities – 0 Serious Injury – 2 (Hartford, Colchester) Motorist Assists – 324 This press release was made possible by:

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State Police Investigate Over 2,000 Accidents This Weekend

Jan 2, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

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Connecticut State Police New Year’s Holiday Traffic Stats 12/30/2022 -01/01/2023

Jan 1, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

Connecticut State Police New Year’s Holiday Traffic Stats 12/30/2022 -01/01/2023 The following are the New Year's holiday traffic statistics from Friday, 12/30/2022, at 12:01 AM to Sunday 1/1/23, at 8:00 AM: Total Calls for Service – 2,789 Speeding Violations – 191 Seatbelt Violations – 5 DUI Arrests – 21 Accidents – 169 With Injury – 14 Fatalities – 0 Serious Injury – 2 (Hartford, Colchester) Motorist Assists – 248 This press release was made possible by:

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GOVERNOR LAMONT SUBMITS STATE POLICE CONTRACT TO THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Dec 31, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that pursuant to the ratification of the agreement his administration reached with the Connecticut State Police (NP-1) Union, the administration has transmitted the contracts and accompanying details to the Connecticut General Assembly for its consideration. This contract is for the period of July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2026, covering wages, benefits, and working conditions. “Our Connecticut State Police are among the finest members of law enforcement in the nation and they deserve to be recognized for their integrity, commitment to service, and the sacrifices they and their families make,” Governor Lamont said. “This new contract provides financial and other incentives for the retention and recruitment of the best troopers and candidates. I…

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Connecticut State Police New Year’s Holiday Traffic Stats

Dec 31, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

Connecticut State Police New Year’s Holiday Traffic Stats 12/30/2022 -12/31/2022 The following are the New Year's holiday traffic statistics from Friday, 12/30/2022, at 12:01 AM to Saturday 12/31/22, at 8:00 AM: Total Calls for Service – 1,717 Speeding Violations – 152 Seatbelt Violations – 5 DUI Arrests – 9 Accidents – 93 With Injury – 6 Fatalities – 0 Serious Injury - 0 Motorist Assists – 130 This news report is made possible by:

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STATE TROOPERS PREPARE FOR NEW YEAR’S HIGHWAY ENFORCEMENT

Dec 29, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

(MIDDLETOWN, CT – December 29, 2022) – With New Year’s Eve just days away, Connecticut State Troopers are preparing for roadway enforcement to keep drivers and passengers safe on a busy travel night. As always, drivers are asked to ditch the distractions and plan their trips with safety in mind. Traffic is consistently heavy during the week between Christmas and New Year’s and 2022 will be no different. In order to keep passengers and themselves safe, drivers are asked to drive the speed limit, buckle up, use signals when turning or changing lanes and ditch the cell phones. Of course, drivers should never consume alcoholic beverages or drugs that diminish one’s driving abilities (including those legally prescribed) before getting behind…

PROPOSED RULE TO BAN NON-COMPETE AGREEMENTS ACROSS ECONOMY

ACCESS HEALTH CT OPEN ENROLLMENT PERIOD ENDS MIDNIGHT JANUARY 15

ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG URGES PURA TO REJECT AQUARION “EXCESSIVE AND UNWARRANTED” 27 PERCENT RATE HIKE

Applications For Operation Fuel Now Open

Connecticut State Police New Year’s Holiday Traffic Stats

State Police Investigate Over 2,000 Accidents This Weekend

Connecticut State Police New Year’s Holiday Traffic Stats 12/30/2022 -01/01/2023

GOVERNOR LAMONT SUBMITS STATE POLICE CONTRACT TO THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Connecticut State Police New Year’s Holiday Traffic Stats

STATE TROOPERS PREPARE FOR NEW YEAR’S HIGHWAY ENFORCEMENT

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