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State Officials Headed to Taiwan

Oct 2, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

On Sunday, Lieutenant Governor Nancy Wyman, State Senator Tony Hwang, State Senator Tim Larson, and State Representative William Tong will travel to Taiwan on a weeklong business and trade mission funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Republic of China (Taiwan). They will discuss economic development partnerships, healthcare, education, and transportation with officials from the Republic of China (Taiwan), including meetings at the Legislative Yuan, the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the Ministry of Transportation and Communications, the Council of Agriculture, the Environmental Protection Administration, the Mainland Affairs Council, the Department of Gender Equality at the Executive Yuan, and the European Economic and Trade Office. This report was made possible by:

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Connecticut Gets New Computers For Unemployment Department

Sep 26, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy and the members of Connecticut’s Congressional delegation today announced that the Connecticut Department of Labor (CTDOL) has been awarded over $2.6 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) - $2.1 million of which will be used to replace its outdated unemployment insurance computer system, while the remainder will be used to continue a successful fraud prevention partnership program. “Upgrading our information technology systems to function more efficiently and effectively no doubt boost our efforts to reduce costs, recover improper payments, and ensure payments for those who are in need of these services,” Governor Malloy said. “Our state has one of the best track records in the nation when it…

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CT Labor Dept. Recovers Over $6.1 Million in Owed Wages

Sep 7, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

#HARTFORD, CT –(Press Release) Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced the state Department of Labor’s Division of Wage and Workplace Standards recovered more than $6.1 million in unpaid wages for Connecticut workers during the fiscal year that ended June 30. “The working women and men who are the backbone of our state should get paid for the jobs they do and receive the wages they rightfully earn,” Governor Malloy said. “The $6.1 million collected by the Labor Department’s investigation reflects the importance we place on protecting our state’s workforce, as well as law-abiding employers.” “As our economy continues to grow, Connecticut’s expanding workforce must be able to trust that their talent and expertise are a priority…

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Governor Signs Bill To Help Student Loan Debt

Sep 5, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today joined groups of advocates and state officials at a bill signing ceremony to commemorate two new pieces of legislation that aim to tackle rising student loan debt and college affordability. The first – Public Act 15-200 – was introduced by Governor Malloy, allowing students to refinance their loans at substantially lower rates and delivering lower monthly payments. The second – Public Act 15-162 – gives the Connecticut Department of Banking more regulatory oversight over student loans to help ensure fairness in the process. “We have one of the most educated workforces in America – and we need to keep it that way. As we deliver record high graduation rates in our…

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Lights and Sirens

Sep 4, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

If you hear sirens at noon time today it is to honor Harris County Sheriff's Deputy Darren H. Goforth, 47, was ambushed and killed Friday night after exiting the convenience store of a Houston Chevron gas station. This is a nationwide tribute according to Bridgeport Police Chief Gaudette. I will be at Bridgeport Police Headquarters to record the tribute.

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BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY TIPS FROM THE WESTPORT POLICE DEPARTMENT

Aug 31, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

(Westport, CT) - With the Westport Public Schools beginning on August 27th 2015, the Westport Police Department has stepped up it enforcement efforts targeting traffic violators in school zones with a “Back to School” enforcement and education campaign, focusing on traffic safety in and around the school zones. Westport Officers will be targeting drivers who are using cell phones and speeding in school zones, as well as disregarding School Bus Signals in Westport. “During this time of year the Westport Police Department focuses on protecting children from motorists who disregard the law, especially around school zones and bus stops where they congregate” said Captain Sam Arciola. “The long summer break has allowed drivers to forget that they will soon be sharing the roads with School Buses…

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Governor’s Plans To End Veteran’s Homelessness

Aug 27, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

(HARTFORD, CT) - Governor Dannel P. Malloy, joined by Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman, veterans, veterans' advocates and local, state and federal officials, today laid out several of his proposals aimed at combatting veterans' homelessness and unemployment in Connecticut. The initiatives, which Governor Malloy introduced last week, focus specifically on working with public and private sector partners to end veterans' homeless by 2015 by assisting veterans with employment and increasing residential opportunities for homeless veterans or those at risk of becoming homeless. "We know that homelessness and unemployment are intrinsically linked and part of a terrible downward spiral that captures too many people, especially veterans," said Governor Malloy. "President Obama set a realistic deadline to end veterans' homelessness in the United…

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Missing Easton Couple Investigation Turns To Bridgeport

Aug 19, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

4:50pm--#Bridgeport CT--#Easton CT-- State Police confirmed what my sources have told me, the state police major crimes truck is on Aldine Avenue. Sources tell me the house is owned by the couple and a brother was living in their in the past but has not been seen in a couple of weeks as well. Jeffrey and Jeannette Navin were reported missing Aug. 7 to the Easton Police Department, and being investigated by the State Police Western District Crime Squad. All our on scene calls start because of an Interstate Battery!

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Congressman Himes Supports Iran Nuclear Deal

Aug 13, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

(Press Release) Since the international community agreed four weeks ago on a Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon, I have spent many hours evaluating it and consulting with my constituents, technical experts, security officials and diplomats from around the world. As a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, I have reviewed classified intelligence and our capabilities for monitoring compliance with the JCPOA. After careful thought, I have decided to support the JCPOA. There are no perfect answers or easy solutions in the Middle East - only choices with varying levels of risk associated with them. International agreements with one's foes are as fraught with potential pitfalls as they are with…

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Bridgeport News: Ganim Asks For State Police Help From Governor

Jul 29, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport CT---Video Report: Today, mayoral hopeful Joe Ganim has written a letter asking Governor Dannel Malloy for help in providing state police officers to supplement city police officers following an increase in gun violence. Ganim is concerned that the city of Bridgeport Police's staffing level is at a low while it will take another eighteen months to bring staffing levels back up to full force.

State Officials Headed to Taiwan

Connecticut Gets New Computers For Unemployment Department

CT Labor Dept. Recovers Over $6.1 Million in Owed Wages

Governor Signs Bill To Help Student Loan Debt

Lights and Sirens

BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY TIPS FROM THE WESTPORT POLICE DEPARTMENT

Governor’s Plans To End Veteran’s Homelessness

Missing Easton Couple Investigation Turns To Bridgeport

Congressman Himes Supports Iran Nuclear Deal

Bridgeport News: Ganim Asks For State Police Help From Governor

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