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AG Wants Communication Shutoffs Suspended

Apr 22, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

#Hartford, CT-- Attorney General William Tong today joined a bipartisan group of 25 attorneys general led by North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein and Tennessee Attorney General Herbert Slatery urging the telecommunications industry to make further commitments to protect consumers who are struggling financially as a result of COVID-19 and in calling upon the FCC for support. "As much of our lives, from work to family dinners, move online, it is vital to our economy and well-being that we stay connected," Attorney General Tong said. "Connecticut and her sister states commend the FCC and these companies' for suspending of shutoffs for 60 days but we all know that the economic ramifications will last well beyond that. That's why I and 24 other…

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Commissioner Warns Insurers

Apr 22, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Insurance Department Commissioner Andrew N. Mais warned all life insurers doing business in Connecticut to refrain from asking applicants about exposure to the novel coronavirus. “The state of emergency has already placed undue hardship on families and businesses during this pandemic. Families need the security that life insurance brings and any new barriers to coverage must be avoided,” said Commissioner Mais. “Some carriers may want to know if people applying for coverage have self-isolated due to symptoms, or been tested for the disease or diagnosed with it. That won’t be allowed in Connecticut.” In a Department Notice , the Connecticut Insurance Department issued guidance to all insurance companies offering Life Insurance coverage in Connecticut are advised that any life insurance application form filed for review…

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Himes Wants Paycheck Protection Relenished

Apr 22, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport, CT –  Congressman Himes released the following statement on the ongoing negotiations to replenish the Paycheck Protection Program and provide additional support to American families, workers, and small businesses: As the House and Senate approach a deal that will refill the funds for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), tensions are running high. While our nation struggles with the largest crisis in modern history, it’s easy to use the negotiations over PPP to attack whichever party or person or position we don’t share.  This mindset is counterproductive and leads us to believe the worst of each other. In all situations, I strive to treat everyone, whether I agree with them or not, as though they are coming from a place…

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Senator Tony Hwang Requests Update on Unemployment Processing

Apr 21, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Fairfield - State Senator Tony Hwang (R-28) concerned about the growing chorus of residents suddenly unemployed by the economic upheaval of the Covid-19 pandemic and their frustration on lack of information and claim status wanted accountability and answers from the CT Department of Labor (CT DOL). Hwang joined the entire Senate Republican Caucus in a letter sent to CT DOL Commissioner Kurt Westby, making very specific requests for detailed information surrounding how the agency is handling the sharp surge in new unemployment claims.   “Unemployment applications have skyrocketed in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic with the Governor’s orders to close all non-essential businesses. I hear every day from constituents who have been trying to get in touch with the CT…

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Bridgeport News: Water Rescue

Apr 20, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

2020-04-20@8:41pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Firefighters were called for a water rescue t 8:41pm for 3 fishermen trapped out on the rocks at Seaside Park.  At 9:40pm firefighters reported on the radio that the 3 are now onboard and on the way to the Ferry Dock.  EMS was called to check for their well being.  None of them fell into the water but the water temperature was 38 degrees.  As you can see in the picture they were not 6 feet apart and only one of them was wearing a face mask.  

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