This week at the Capitol: Feb. 10-14, 2025
A round-up of news briefs from CT Mirror reporters about this week's happenings at the Connecticut General Assembly.
Lamont wants to keep CT’s top utilities regulator. Lawmakers may have other ideas
Questions surround Gillett nomination after Eversource and UI lawsuit, Hartford Courant story, and lawmakers seeking PURA ...
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He once followed this path to his enslaver’s mansion. Now, the same CT street bears his name
Prince Mortimer Avenue in Middletown pays tribute to a man who “survived for 110 years, and he persisted and endured with ...
Debate over housing in Connecticut heats up at Capitol: 'A statewide problem'
Democrats stress need for thousands of housing units to meet economic goals while Republicans say their support of regional ...
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Danbury streetscape project gets boost with a $4 million state grant: 'An incredible win'
City leaders’ ongoing plans to improve downtown’s walkability, appearance and economic viability received a recent boost with a $4 million state grant. The new funds will support the $17 million ...
Shelton state rep, Stratford councilman compete for senate seat in CT's 21st district
A Shelton political stalwart and a relative newcomer in Stratford will battle for vacant senate seat in the 21st district, ...
CT state fleet was supposed to be 50% electric by 2026. It’s nowhere close
Connecticut’s procurement of EVs went from eight vehicles in 2022, to 24 in 2023, before falling back down to zero last year.
Mental health and homeless services at risk in Connecticut as funds run out
Gov. Ned Lamont's budget lacks funding for key services in areas such as homelessness and children's mental health that had ...