Bridgeport News: 2 Injured In Crash
2023-06-28@10:18pm--#Bridgeport CT-- At least 2 people were injured in a crash on Washington Avenue and Coleman Avenue. https://youtu.be/MQON2Iy_aP0
NEW CONNECTICUT CAPTIVE INSURANCE LAWS
Public Act 23-15 Enhances Captive Insurance Companies and Strengthens Support for the Industry Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, has signed into law Public Act 23-15, An Act Concerning Captive Insurance Companies, a groundbreaking piece of legislation aimed at bolstering the captive insurance industry in the state. The bill, championed by Commissioner Andrew Mais of the Connecticut Insurance Department (CID), marks a significant milestone in advancing a business-friendly regulatory environment that encourages innovation and supports the growth of captives to provide more options for businesses to manage their risk. Public Act 23-15 introduces several key changes to Connecticut’s captive insurance laws, offering increased support and flexibility for captives, owners, and service providers. The legislation, which will become effective on October 1, 2023, introduces the…
BLUMENTHAL & SCHAKOWSKY INTRODUCE ROAD TO ZERO RESOLUTION TO END ROADWAY FATALITIES & IMPROVE TRAFFIC SAFETY
Traffic fatalities are the leading cause of death for Americans under 54, killing over 100 people every day [WASHINGTON, D.C.] – Today, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) reintroduced the Road to Zero resolution to reduce traffic fatalities and improve roadway safety for drivers, passengers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and others on the road. Introduction of the resolution follows yesterday’s announcement by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that over 9,000 people died in traffic crashes during the first three months of 2023. By improving data collection and promoting access to safe, reliable transportation, the Road to Zero resolution aims to end roadway fatalities by 2050. “Road to zero is reachable and responsible,” said Blumenthal. “Roads must be made…
Stratford News: I-95 Crash
2023-06-28@1:18pm--#Stratford CT-- #cttraffic-- A crash on I-95 southbound near the exit 31 on/off ramp is causing delays.
Bridgeport News: Pedestrian Struck
2023--27@11:26pm Bridgeport News: Pedestrian Struck at John Street near Broad Street. The victim was alert and conscious before being transported to the hospital.
Ansonia News: Power Surges
2023-06-27@6:11pm--#Ansonia CT-- Firefighters were called to the 200 block of Sunset Drive for smoke in the building. Upon firefighters arrival found burned-out electrical equipment in the home. 2 other homes on West Brookside also had surges to their power according to radio reports.
$6 MILLION IN VOLKSWAGEN SETTLEMENT FUNDS TO EXPAND ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS IN CONNECTICUT
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that his administration is releasing more than $6 million from the legal settlement in the Volkswagen Corporation (VW) emissions cheating scandal to fund 54 electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) projects across Connecticut. Administered by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, the state is making these funds available for the installation of EVSE to encourage the use of electric vehicles. Approximately $1.8 million is being awarded for EVSE deployment at state government sites to advance the sustainability goals of Governor Lamont’s Executive Order No. 1, with an additional $3.3 million awarded for municipal projects, ten of which are located in environmental justice communities. Additionally, nearly $1 million is being dedicated to…
$144 MILLION TO IMPROVE BROADBAND CONNECTIVITY IN CONNECTICUT
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont and Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Commissioner Katie Dykes released the following statements in response to the announcement made today by President Joe Biden and the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration that Connecticut is receiving $144 million in federal funding to support its ongoing efforts in deploying affordable, reliable high-speed internet service statewide: Governor Lamont said, “Today’s announcement by the Biden administration that Connecticut will receive $144 million to expand broadband deployment is welcome news to the residents and businesses of our state. We know that fast, reliable internet connectivity is a necessity in our increasingly digital world. Thanks to President Biden and Connecticut’s amazing Congressional delegation, this funding will help…
Senator Gaston Selected to Participate in 2023 Emerging Legislative Leaders Program
State Senator Herron Keyon Gaston (D-Bridgeport) has been selected to participate in the 2023 Emerging Legislative Leaders Program taking place at the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business. Senator Gaston was chosen as one of 55 legislators from 46 state across the U.S. “I am so thankful for quite an opportunity to continue to grow and learn with other legislative leaders from around the U.S.,” said Senator Gaston. “It is an honor to have the hard work I did this past legislative session recognized. This program will provide myself and others with long-term benefits I can take with me for future endeavors through challenging discussions amongst other successful lawmakers. I look forward to learning from professors and other individuals who are afforded…
FTC AMENDMENTS TO PROTECT CONSUMERS FROM DECEPTIVE AUTO-RENEWALS
(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong and a coalition of 26 state attorneys general submitted comments in support of Federal Trade Commission amendments to the Negative Option Rule protecting consumers from deceptive auto-renewal programs. Negative options are marketing methods for companies to enroll consumers in subscriptions, continuity plans and programs, automatic renewals, and other reoccurring actions. These plans and programs do not require consent for each attached reoccurring charge; rather, in some cases, a consumer’s silence is consent. Amendments to the existing Negative Option Rule would provide more protection to consumers, clarifying terms at enrollment, offering easy and immediate cancellation options, and reminders of upcoming charges. “My office has numerous complaints from consumers unwittingly lured into expensive subscriptions that…