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New England States to Host Regional Nuclear Summit on Advanced Technologies

20 Aug 2026 12:09 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut and New England states will host a regional summit on advanced nuclear technologies to explore their role in future energy systems, focusing on affordability, reliability, and zero carbon goals.

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Governor Lamont Seeks Nominations for Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame Class of 2026

20 Aug 2026 11:16 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Ned Lamont encourages nominations for the 2026 Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame, honoring veterans for their post-service community contributions. Submissions are due by September 30, 2026, to recognize their leadership and impact.

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Connecticut Officials Oppose NextEra-Dominion Merger Over Energy Cost Concerns

18 Aug 2026 1:48 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut Governor Lamont and Attorney General Tong are challenging the NextEra-Dominion merger, fearing it will raise energy costs for families and businesses. They argue the $67 billion deal creates a near-monopoly on New England's nuclear power.

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Connecticut Awards $10.6 Million to Boost In-District Special Education

17 Aug 2026 1:00 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut's Governor Lamont announced $10.6 million in grants for 41 special education programs. These funds aim to strengthen in-district services, reduce reliance on costly out-of-district placements, and provide high-quality learning opportunities for students with disabilities.

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Connecticut Flags to Return to Full-Staff Sunday Evening

16 Aug 2026 8:56 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Ned Lamont has ordered Connecticut flags to return to full-staff Sunday evening, August 16, 2026. This follows a period of half-staff observance for former Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman, whose calling hours are Sunday.

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Connecticut Implements New Tax Exemptions, Invests in Innovation, and Welcomes Home National Guard

14 Aug 2026 3:13 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Lamont announced permanent sales tax exemptions for school supplies and an expanded Sales Tax-Free Week. The state also invested $20 million in a Hartford Innovation Center, while over 500 National Guard soldiers returned home, and flags were lowered for…

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Governor Lamont Announces $20 Million Investment for Hartford Innovation Center

13 Aug 2026 11:09 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Ned Lamont announced a $20 million investment for a 100,000-square-foot Hartford Innovation Center campus at State House Square. This hub will accelerate AI adoption, foster workforce development, and support key industries like insurance and healthcare.

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Connecticut Eliminates Sales Tax on School Supplies, Expands Tax-Free Week

12 Aug 2026 1:06 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut eliminates sales tax on nonelectronic school supplies permanently and expands its annual Sales Tax-Free Week. Consumers will save millions on back-to-school essentials, including clothing and footwear up to $300, from August 16-22, 2026.

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Governor Lamont Orders Flags Lowered for Former Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman

12 Aug 2026 9:27 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has directed flags to half-staff statewide to honor former Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman, who passed away. Wyman was a trailblazing public servant, known for her healthcare advocacy and extensive political career.

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Connecticut Officials Criticize Trump's Executive Order on Childhood Vaccines

10 Aug 2026 9:08 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont and Public Health Commissioner Manisha Juthani oppose President Trump's executive order on childhood vaccines. They emphasize Connecticut's commitment to science-based immunization standards, ensuring public health policy remains grounded in evidence, not political whims.

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Connecticut Leaders Denounce Trump Lawsuit Over In-State Tuition

10 Aug 2026 4:31 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont and Attorney General William Tong condemned a Trump administration lawsuit challenging the state's in-state tuition guidelines for students seeking legal status, asserting state sovereignty and defending educational access for all eligible students.

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Connecticut Governor Lamont Addresses Key Issues, From SNAP Aid to Judicial Appointments

7 Aug 2026 4:41 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Lamont announced $300 grocery cards for 25,000 SNAP recipients, a minimum wage hike, and the historic confirmation of Justice Melanie Cradle, alongside calls for privacy review and primary election reminders.

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Governor Lamont Calls for Review of Safety Cameras, Urges Pause on New Installations

7 Aug 2026 3:16 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Lamont orders a review of safety cameras and ALPR technology due to privacy concerns, urging Connecticut towns to pause new installations. The POST Council will develop privacy guidelines for police within 30 days.

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Governor Lamont Condemns Trump's Birthright Citizenship Orders

7 Aug 2026 2:42 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont criticizes President Trump's executive orders targeting birthright citizenship, citing constitutional guarantees and the state's commitment to supporting immigrant families and refugee resettlement.

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Governor Lamont Directs State Aid for Vandalized Nathan Hale Homestead

7 Aug 2026 11:45 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Ned Lamont has directed state agencies to find funding for repairs at the Nathan Hale Homestead in Coventry after recent vandalism. The historic site, built in 1776, is preparing for its 250th anniversary.

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Connecticut Tourism Growth Surges, Outpacing National Rate in 2025

6 Aug 2026 2:09 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut's tourism sector saw visitor numbers and economic impact more than double the national growth rate in 2025, welcoming 72.2 million visitors. The state continues to outperform in 2026 hotel occupancy, boosted by strategic marketing.

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Melanie L. Cradle Makes History with Unanimous Supreme Court Confirmation

5 Aug 2026 2:50 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Melanie L. Cradle becomes the first Black woman confirmed to the Connecticut Supreme Court, following a unanimous Judiciary Committee vote. Governor Lamont praised her professionalism and integrity.

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Connecticut Minimum Wage to Reach $17.48 in 2027

5 Aug 2026 10:08 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut's minimum wage will rise to $17.48 per hour on January 1, 2027, as mandated by a 2019 state law. Governor Lamont announced the increase, tied to economic indicators, to combat poverty and support the state's lowest-earning workers.

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Connecticut Distributes $300 Grocery Benefits to Residents Affected by Federal SNAP Changes

4 Aug 2026 10:52 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Lamont announces $300 one-time grocery benefits for low-income Connecticut residents losing SNAP due to federal changes. Distributed via virtual cards, this state-funded aid aims to prevent hunger and support affected families.

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Connecticut Begins Seven Days of Early Voting for State Primary

3 Aug 2026 1:43 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut's state primary early voting period starts today, August 3, 2026, offering seven days of in-person voting through August 9. Governor Lamont and Lt. Governor Bysiewicz encourage participation, reminding voters to check locations and party affiliation rules for the August…

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Governor Lamont Encourages Support for Local Farms During National Farmers’ Market Week

2 Aug 2026 11:12 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Lamont urges Connecticut residents to support local farms during National Farmers’ Market Week, August 2-8, 2026. Visit over 120 markets, buy Connecticut Grown products, and utilize food assistance programs to boost the state's $4 billion agricultural economy.

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Connecticut Advances Infrastructure, Economy, and Veteran Support in Busy Week

31 Jul 2026 3:42 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Lamont's office announced significant progress this week, including a major rail upgrade, a $76.6 billion submarine contract, new trade commission, veteran benefits, and bridge funding, alongside support for TPS recipients.

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New Britain Secures $14.7 Million Federal Grant for Major Intersection Upgrade

31 Jul 2026 12:07 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

New Britain secures a $14.7 million federal grant to overhaul the Route 174 and East Street intersection. The project will enhance safety, reduce congestion, and improve pedestrian and bicycle access, supporting economic growth and transit connectivity by 2031.

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Electric Boat Secures $76.6 Billion Navy Submarine Contract

30 Jul 2026 5:08 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

General Dynamics Electric Boat secured a $76.6 billion U.S. Navy contract for Columbia and Virginia-class submarines and shipyard support. Governor Ned Lamont lauded the deal, predicting significant job creation and economic growth for Connecticut.

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Governor Lamont Announces $16.8 Million in Grants for Local Bridge Reconstruction

29 Jul 2026 11:11 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont announced $16.8 million in state grants for 13 bridge reconstructions across 11 towns. The State Local Bridge Program provides 50% cost-matching to enhance local infrastructure, ensuring safer and more reliable travel for residents.

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Connecticut Allocates $5 Million to Aid Residents Affected by Federal TPS Changes

29 Jul 2026 10:00 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Lamont announced $5 million from the Federal Cuts Response Fund to support Connecticut residents impacted by Trump administration changes to Temporary Protected Status, including Haitian and Syrian individuals, providing stability amid federal policy shifts.

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Governor Lamont Breaks Ground on $1.6 Billion New Haven Line Modernization Project

27 Jul 2026 10:55 a.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont launched the $1.6 billion TIME-1 project to modernize the New Haven Line. This initiative aims to deliver faster, more frequent, and reliable rail service, reducing travel times by 25 minutes upon completion in 2035.

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Connecticut Highlights Democracy Protection, Job Growth, and State Rankings

24 Jul 2026 4:45 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Governor Lamont's office reviews a week of initiatives, including safeguarding voting rights, launching a paraeducator academy, securing farmer aid, and celebrating Connecticut's top rankings in quality of life and education.

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Connecticut Governor Lamont Urges Patience for Haitian Workers After TPS Extension

24 Jul 2026 3:22 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont responded to a federal court's TPS extension for Haitian nationals until July 27, 2026, urging employers to retain staff. He highlighted the importance of this brief reprieve for families facing uncertainty.

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Connecticut Secures $52.9 Million Federal Grant for Farmers Hit by Severe Weather

24 Jul 2026 1:38 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut secures $52.9 million federal grant to aid farmers impacted by severe 2023 and 2024 weather events. The Farm Recovery and Support Block Grant will cover up to 95% of losses, with applications opening in September.

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