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State Rep Calls On Governor For Help With Spike In Violence

Aug 31, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport CT--#Hartford - Representative Christopher Rosario (D-Bridgeport), in response to a recent disturbing increase in violent crime in Bridgeport, has reached out to Governor Malloy for assistance from the Connecticut State Police to work in concert with the Bridgeport Police Department to address the issue. “As State Representative for the 128th District in Bridgeport, I have become quite concerned about the recent and rapid increase in gun violence plaguing our city and impacting the safety of our community,” Rep. Rosario said. “Residents must see we are making every effort to quell the violence with a clearly present law enforcement response to this quality of life issue in the city.” Rosario issued a formal request today and will work with the…

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False Connecticut Amber Alert

Aug 26, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

Many of you like me received an amber alert for a silver Hyndai Elantra.  Connecticut State Police received a call that it was on I-95 northbound and being followed by the caller.  Connecticut State Police called and confirmed the alert but that the car is in Pennsylvania not in Connecticut.  Other police stations broadcasted a BOLO  (Be On The Look Out) which they soon canceled.   Muchod de ustedes como yo recibieron una alerta amber para un Hyndai Elantra color gris. La policía del estado de Connecticut recibieron una llamada que estaba en I-95 hacia norte y siguifo por la persona que llamo. La policía del Estado de Connecticut llamó y confirmó la alerta, pero el auto esta en Pennsylvania…

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State App For Emergency Alert but No Tax Alert…

Aug 17, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced the launch of a new emergency preparedness mobile application for Connecticut residents that provides information and alerts in emergency situation, and also helps residents prepare in advance of an emergency.   The “CT Prepares” app, which can be downloaded to most smartphones, incorporates and integrates text messaging, email, and social networking, allowing residents to communicate with family members during an emergency.  Real-Time notifications including emergency news, state office closings, and public safety messages can be sent directly to the device, providing up-to-the-minute information for residents.   “We are constantly planning and constantly preparing to remain one step ahead of potential emergency situations.  This is yet another tool in our goal to…

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Sen. Hwang Hosts Forum Regarding Insurance Rate Increases

Aug 3, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

On Tuesday, Aug. 2, Senator Tony Hwang  hosted an informational forum on Connecticut’s proposed health insurance and long term care rate increases at Sacred Heart University’s Schine Auditorium at  5151 Park Avenue, Fairfield. Senator Hwang is encouraged rate payers to speak out about potential double-digit increases in health care insurance rates. Public hearings on the potential hikes will take place in Hartford on August 3 and 4.  “Average increases on individual and small group employer plans in Connecticut could be as high as 28 percent among plans that cover thousands of workers and their families,” Senator Hwang said. “That’s outrageous, that’s unaffordable, and that’s why people need to know howto weigh in.” Comments can be registered with the state Insurance Department by visiting http://www.ct.gov/cid/cwp/view.asp?a=4059&Q=581302 . Sen. Hwang has…

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Philly DNC Protests

Jul 27, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

11:25pm--#UPDATE-- 2 people shot on Darien Street (Philly) across from Route 76.  Sounds like a delivery person was robbed.   11:14pm--UPDATE: One officer injured on Broad Street near the CVS according to radio reports.   #Philadelphia Pennsylvania--11:04pm--President Obama addresses Democratic National Convention.  Protesters attack the eight foot tall fencing surround the Citizens Bank Area, police fall back.  One protester on Broad Street  burns his right leg after burning a flag, flesh is peeling according to radio reports.  See map at: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Citizens+Bank+Park,+1+Citizens+Bank+Way,+Philadelphia,+PA+19148/Broad+Street,+Philadelphia,+PA/@39.9087601,-75.1719326,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x89c6c5ee266feb39:0x90212debd7535fa!2m2!1d-75.1664952!2d39.9060572!1m5!1m1!1s0x89c6c5e934609e5b:0xcf2dd302a256d871!2m2!1d-75.1721555!2d39.9114159!3e0 I will update this thread with updates.   Theses reports are made possible by:

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Murphy Urges White House on Mental Health

Jul 20, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

#HARTFORD – After hearing continued complaints from constituents living with mental illness and substance use disorders about equal access to treatment, U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) led a group of 17 senators on Monday in urging the White House Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Parity Task Force to consider taking a specific set of actions – including conducting random audits and establishing an online public portal – to improve compliance with parity laws and ensure that Americans receive equal access to behavioral health care. In a letter addressed to Cecilia Muñoz, Director of the Domestic Policy Council at the White House, the senators outlined the most common issues their constituents experienced while attempting to access mental health treatment, and…

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FEDERAL GRANT TO CONTINUE SUPPORTING HOUSING FOR VETERANS

Jul 16, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

#HARTFORD, CT – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that Connecticut is receiving a federal grant of nearly $400,000 that will support 43 new HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) vouchers, which combines rental assistance from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and case management services from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to support veterans who are at risk of homelessness.   The HUD-VASH program is an essential tool as the state continues to maintain functional zero for the homeless veteran population.  Earlier this year, the federal government certified that due to its investments in housing, Connecticut has effectively ended homelessness among veterans – one of only two states in the nation to reach this milestone.   Among…

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Governor Visits Florida Nightclub

Jul 10, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

The Office of Governor Dannel P. Malloy today released photos of the Governor’s visit to Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida on Friday.  Following the mass shooting there last month, the Governor recognized the victims and their families. “What happened at Pulse was a truly devastating moment for the nation.  To visit there personally, you think about the individuals who held their breath in fear inside that building, knowing a madman was nearby.  You think about horror they must of felt – a horror no person should have to experience.  You think about the parents and family-members who woke up to the tragic news that their loved ones would not come home – and the pain that will make their hearts…

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