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Trump signs executive order banning transgender athletes from women's sports, directing DOJ to enforce; Educators voice concern for PA immigrant student protections; WA rent stabilization bills have huge public support; ME benefits from $2.2 billion in federal clean energy investments.

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Nationwide protests erupt against federal policies, Indiana's EV infrastructure expansion stalls due to a funding freeze, and Washington state pushes for rent stabilization to combat rising housing costs.

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During Black History Month, a new book shares how a unique partnership built 5,000 schools for Black students, anti-hunger advocates say ag communities would benefit from an expanded SNAP program, and Americans have $90 billion in unpaid medical bills.

Connecticut

Connecticut's population of 1.5 million DACA recipients could be in danger of deportation because of executive orders and immigration policies by President Donald Trump. (Adobe Stock)

Thursday, February 6, 2025

CT immigrant students fear effects of mass deportations

Undocumented immigrant students in Connecticut are scared by President Donald Trump's mass deportation policies. Reports of Immigration and Customs …

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A University of Connecticut study found a growing concentration of certain neonicotinoid pesticides along the state's coast, suggesting potential accumulation and transport of the insecticides.  (Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Report: Harmful pesticides found in CT rivers, groundwater

A new report showed a growing problem of harmful pesticides in Connecticut waterways. The University of Connecticut study analyzed 20 years of data…

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More than 20 groups have signed a letter to Connecticut's General Assembly calling on lawmakers to strengthen the state's immigration law, the Trust Act. (Adobe Stock)
Advocates: Lawmakers must strengthen CT immigration law

A coalition of Connecticut advocates wants lawmakers to strengthen the state's immigration law. Lawmakers have discussed bolstering the Trust Act …

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A 2022 report from the mental health advocacy organization Inseparable found one school psychologist for every 548 students, one school social worker for every 580 students and one school counselor for every 457 students. In the years since, this has only grown because of a workforce shortage. (Adobe Stock)
CT school services aid kids' mental health despite staff shortages

Connecticut schools are helping kids address mental health issues. Some experts feel they are a frontline system in the ongoing crisis and help link …

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Forty states, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Washington, D.C. have passed regulations on artificial intelligence. (Adobe Stock)
Report: CT must consider legislation regulating AI

A new report examines how Connecticut should regulate artificial intelligence. The Connecticut Voices for Children report finds AI use is embedded in …

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Connecticut's 2021 LGBTQ+ Needs Assessment finds 93% of respondents accessed healthcare services before and during the pandemic. However, 16% reported being refused care because of their LGBTQ+ identity. (Adobe Stock)
CT lawmakers urged to focus on LGBTQ+ legislation

Advocates for the LGBTQ+ community want Connecticut lawmakers to consider bills that would help address a variety of this community's needs. They …

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The Energy Information Administration reported natural gas is Connecticut's largest energy source, with nuclear energy running second. (Adobe Stock)
CT urged to increase renewable energy to cut ratepayer costs

Connecticut environmental groups are dissatisfied with Gov. Ned Lamont's energy strategy for the state. In his State of the State address, the …

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The Social Security Fairness Act will benefit 3 million people nationwide but the Congressional Budget Office finds it could add around $195 billion to the federal deficit over a decade. (Adobe Stock)
CT educators celebrate Social Security Fairness Act's passage

Connecticut educators and other public sector workers are celebrating passage of the Social Security Fairness Act. The new federal law repealed two …

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The latest ALICE update found a family with two adults and two kids in Connecticut must have an income of $114,000 per year just to afford the basics, not including emergency expenses. (Adobe Stock)
AARP Connecticut looks to 2025 legislative session to help residents

With 2025 almost here, Connecticut organizations are preparing for the next legislative session. The 2025 session will not be as short as the one in …

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Education Data reported there are 507,200 student loan borrowers in Connecticut, with an average debt amount of $36,672. (Adobe Stock)
CT Student Loan Reimbursement Program begins Jan. 1

Connecticut is launching its Student Loan Reimbursement Program Jan. 1. The program was created through legislation passed by the state's General …

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A Connecticut Voices for Children report found the state's local and state revenue level as a percent of state personal income is less than the national average. (Adobe Stock)
Report: CT budget controls too restrictive, changes needed

A new report found Connecticut's fiscal controls on the state budget restrict long-term growth. The controls were introduced during the 2018 budget …

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A report from the Child Health and Development Institute found 74% of kids were discharged after completing treatment through Connecticut's Mobile Crisis Intervention Services. (Adobe Stock)
Report: CT mobile crisis services aids child mental health system

A new report found Connecticut's Mobile Crisis Intervention Services are improving. The Child Health and Development Institute report showed more …

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