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Connecticut Opens 14-Day In-Person Early Voting Period for 2026 General Election

19 Oct 2026 9:09 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Ned Lamont and Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas remind Connecticut voters that in-person early voting for the 2026 General Election runs daily from October 19 through November 1, ahead of Election Day on November 3.

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Lamont, Cimino Blast Eversource Appeal of PURA Storm Cost Decision

15 Oct 2026 5:02 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut officials respond to Eversource's Superior Court appeal seeking hundreds of millions from ratepayers after PURA denied storm recovery costs, including over $7 million in imprudent vendor costs.

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Social Security Administration Tells Connecticut Residents to Check Office Status Before Visiting

14 Oct 2026 4:04 p.m.

The agency says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in the state has changed and points residents to online services instead.

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Lamont, Tong Blast Trump Administration Bid to Revoke Revolution Wind Permit

14 Oct 2026 11:55 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut leaders vow to fight the Trump administration's court request to rescind approval of the 704-megawatt Revolution Wind project, citing ratepayer savings and grid reliability.

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Lamont Releases $12.7 Million in State Aid for Home Heating Assistance

13 Oct 2026 1:15 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont releases $12.7 million from the state's Federal Cuts Response Fund to supplement heating assistance as global oil prices surge.

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Lamont's Week: Special Education Grants, HUSKY D Protections, AI Rules and Head Start Defense

9 Oct 2026 5:30 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont highlighted $10.6 million in special education grants, HUSKY D enrollment protections, federal AI regulation calls, and opposition to Head Start changes.

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Social Security Administration Tells Connecticut Residents to Check Office Status Before Visiting

9 Oct 2026 11:04 a.m.

The agency says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in the state has changed, and points to online services for most business.

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Lamont, Tong, Trueworthy Urge Trump Administration to Withdraw Head Start Overhaul Proposal

6 Oct 2026 11:06 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut leaders submit formal opposition to HHS over a proposed rule they say strips Head Start performance standards, warning of harm to 5,600 children statewide and shifting costs to states.

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Connecticut Ends Fiscal Year With $529.8 Million Surplus, Eighth Straight Year in the Black

2 Oct 2026 4:25 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Ned Lamont's week included a $529.8 million surplus announcement, a $9 million East Hartford housing grant, the state's first Military Suicide Awareness Day, and new Shore Line East trains.

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Lamont and Bysiewicz Invite Public to Tribute for Nancy Wyman on October 20

2 Oct 2026 11:38 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut residents are invited to a State Capitol ceremony honoring former Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman, with photos of her sought by October 13 for a tribute slideshow.

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Lamont Announces $10.5 Million in Grants for 50 Connecticut Trail Projects

1 Oct 2026 3:38 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut awards roughly $10.5 million through its Recreational Trails Grant Program to fund 50 projects that will plan, build, expand, restore and improve multi-use trails statewide.

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Connecticut Awards $6.2 Million in LEAP Grants to 29 School Districts to Boost Student Attendance

30 Sep 2026 9:04 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Ned Lamont and Commissioner Charlene Russell-Tucker announce $6.2 million in state grants to 29 districts through the Learner Engagement and Attendance Program, as chronic absenteeism falls for a fourth straight year.

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Lamont, Cimino Blast Trump Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards

28 Sep 2026 5:51 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut's governor and DEEP acting commissioner criticize a federal rule cutting CAFE standards from 50.4 mpg by 2031 to 34.9 mpg, citing higher fuel costs, pollution and job losses.

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Lamont's Week: Union Station Upgrades, Small Business Tax Credit, Free School Breakfast

25 Sep 2026 7:20 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut announces $24.8 million in New Haven Union Station upgrades, a new small business health insurance tax credit, and a statewide free school breakfast program in Governor Lamont's week in review.

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S&P Global Improves Connecticut's Credit Rating Outlook to Positive

25 Sep 2026 11:43 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

S&P Global Ratings revised Connecticut's credit outlook from stable to positive, citing pension liability reductions and budget discipline, as the state prepares to offer $1.475 billion in General Obligation bonds.

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Connecticut Launches Free Statewide School Breakfast Program for All K-12 Public Students

25 Sep 2026 9:53 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Ned Lamont and Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz remind families that all K-12 public school students in Connecticut can now receive breakfast at no cost, backed by $12 million in state funding.

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Connecticut Earns an "A" in 2026 Digital States Survey

24 Sep 2026 4:32 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut earned an "A" in the Center for Digital Government's 2026 Digital States Survey, up from an "A-" in 2024, and won an Outstanding Achievement award for technology leadership.

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Lamont Announces New Connecticut Tax Credit to Help Small Businesses Offer Health Insurance

23 Sep 2026 10:47 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut small businesses with 50 or fewer employees can claim up to $1,000 per employee per year for offering an ICHRA through Access Health CT's BusinessPlus platform.

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Lamont, Cimino Hail Revolution Wind's Final Turbine Installation

18 Sep 2026 7:39 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Revolution Wind has installed its 65th and final turbine, a milestone toward full commercial operation. Connecticut will buy 304 MW of the 704 MW offshore project.

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Social Security Administration Alerts Connecticut Residents to Changed Office Status

18 Sep 2026 9:35 a.m. · Source: Social Security Administration

SSA says the operational status of Connecticut Social Security offices, card centers and hearing offices has changed, and points users to online services for statements, benefits and account tasks.

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Social Security Administration Alerts Connecticut Customers to Changed Office Status

18 Sep 2026 9:30 a.m. · Source: Social Security Administration

SSA notifies Connecticut customers that the operational status of their local office, card center or hearing office has changed, and points them to online services for benefits, applications and account management.

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Connecticut Leaders Slam Trump EPA Repeal of Power Plant Carbon Standards

14 Sep 2026 5:46 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Ned Lamont, Attorney General William Tong and Acting Commissioner Emma Cimino criticize the EPA's finalized repeal of carbon pollution standards for coal and gas power plants.

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Governor Lamont Announces Four New Shore Line East Weekday Trains Starting October 5

11 Sep 2026 11:46 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut adds four weekday Shore Line East trains on October 5, 2026, closing schedule gaps, adding a Metro-North Super Express connection, and backed by $3 million in state funding.

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Connecticut Cracks Down on Illegal Prediction Markets With Nine Cease-And-Desist Orders, Nearly 30 Subpoenas

10 Sep 2026 3:08 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut issues nine cease-and-desist orders and nearly 30 subpoenas to crack down on illegal prediction markets offering sports wagers, citing consumer protection and gaming law violations.

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Connecticut to Lower Flags, Illuminate Landmarks for 9/11 25th Anniversary

9 Sep 2026 12:31 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Ned Lamont orders flags to half-staff and directs red, white, and blue illuminations for the 25th anniversary of 9/11, honoring victims and first responders across Connecticut.

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Connecticut Extends Electric Bill Reductions Through State Bonding

8 Sep 2026 2:39 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut's State Bond Commission approved new funds to extend electric bill reductions for residents through April 2027. This initiative, part of broader energy affordability efforts, continues to lower public benefits costs, saving ratepayers 3-5% on average.

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Connecticut Farmers Can Now Apply for $52.9 Million in Disaster Relief Funds

8 Sep 2026 2:07 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut farmers can now apply for $52.9 million in federal disaster relief funds for 2023-2024 weather losses. Applications close October 7, 2026, with payments starting mid-October. Funds aim to help farms recover from frost, floods, and drought.

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Connecticut Governor Lamont Tackles Tariffs, Boosts Education, Healthcare, and Workforce Development

4 Sep 2026 4:06 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Lamont addressed tariffs, funded an inclusive playground, boosted paraeducator healthcare, opened a proton therapy center, and supported addiction recovery and apprenticeships, reflecting a busy week for Connecticut.

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Connecticut Joins National 9/11 Day of Service with Meal-Packing Events

4 Sep 2026 11:22 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Ned Lamont highlights volunteer opportunities for the September 11 National Day of Service, marking the 25th anniversary. Connecticut will host two meal-packing events in Hartford and Bridgeport to combat food insecurity.

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Connecticut to Host 25th Anniversary 9/11 Memorial Ceremony

1 Sep 2026 10:16 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut's annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony, marking the 25th anniversary, will be held September 9, 2026, at Sherwood Island State Park in Westport. Governor Lamont and Lt. Governor Bysiewicz invite the public to honor victims with ties to the state.

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