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Connecticut: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.3% of income in 2022

By Constitution State News | Feb 28, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.3% of income in Connecticut, providing an average of $1,062 per capita to residents.

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Connecticut to host NEASDA annual meeting in June 2025

By Constitution State News | Feb 28, 2025

Connecticut Department of Agriculture Commissioner Bryan P. Hurlburt joined fellow agriculture leaders from across the United States at the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) Winter Policy Conference held in...

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Connecticut DOT plans virtual meet for Franklin bridge replacement

By Constitution State News | Feb 28, 2025

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has scheduled a virtual public information meeting regarding the replacement of Bridge No. 00935 on Route 32 in Franklin.

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Connecticut opens public comment on proposed CTtransit service changes

By Constitution State News | Feb 28, 2025

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has opened a public comment period for proposed changes to the CTtransit bus services in New Haven and Hartford.

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Connecticut DOT plans virtual meeting on Avon bridge replacement

By Constitution State News | Feb 28, 2025

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is set to hold a virtual public information meeting on March 31, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will discuss the replacement of bridge No. 02112 on Route 10 over an unnamed brook in Avon.

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Connecticut launches new campaign to improve safety on high-risk rural roads

By Constitution State News | Feb 26, 2025

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has initiated a new campaign aimed at enhancing road safety and curbing speed-related accidents on rural roads.

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Connecticut residents win big with over $865K in lottery prizes

By Constitution State News | Feb 25, 2025

Two Connecticut residents experienced significant lottery wins, totaling over $865,000 in prizes.

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Connecticut sees 5 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Public Administration industry during 2024

By Constitution State News | Feb 24, 2025

In 2024, five H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Public Administration industry located in Connecticut, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Connecticut Milk Promotion Board announces $700K funding for fiscal years 2026-2027

By Constitution State News | Feb 24, 2025

The Connecticut Milk Promotion Board (CTMPB), under the administration of the Connecticut Department of Agriculture, has announced funding opportunities totaling up to $700,000 for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

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Connecticut announces over half a million dollars for farm transition grants

By Constitution State News | Feb 21, 2025

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) has announced the recipients of the 2025 Farm Transition Grant.

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Connecticut Department of Agriculture seeks $83M for farm recovery after severe weather

By Constitution State News | Feb 20, 2025

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) is working on the administration of the Farm Recovery and Support (FRS) Grant, which was established through a disaster supplemental funding bill.

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Connecticut awards $56 million for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure projects

By Constitution State News | Feb 20, 2025

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has announced the allocation of over $56 million in federal funding to 14 municipalities across the state.

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Connecticut DOT plans improvements for Route 15 and Whitney Avenue interchange

By Constitution State News | Feb 19, 2025

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is working on plans to enhance the interchange at Route 15 and Whitney Avenue, specifically interchange 61.

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Connecticut DOT plans virtual meeting for traffic signal upgrades

By Constitution State News | Feb 19, 2025

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is organizing a virtual public information meeting on March 25, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will focus on traffic control signal replacements in Southwest Connecticut's District 3.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Connecticut employers classified under the Other Services (except Public Administration) industry during 2024?

By Constitution State News | Feb 17, 2025

Employers classified under the Other Services (except Public Administration) industry based in Connecticut submitted 18 H-1B petitions during 2024.

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Connecticut extends free access to premium transit app

By Constitution State News | Feb 14, 2025

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is extending its support for the Transit Royale app, offering riders free access to the premium version starting February 14, 2025.

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Connecticut promotes local agriculture through community supported agriculture memberships

By Constitution State News | Feb 14, 2025

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) is encouraging residents to celebrate National CSA Week from February 16-22, 2025, by subscribing to a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) membership.

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NFIB opposes Connecticut bill on unemployment insurance for striking workers

By Constitution State News | Feb 13, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has voiced its opposition to a proposed bill that would require unemployment insurance coverage for striking workers.

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CTDOT plans roundabout for Branford and East Haven intersection

By Constitution State News | Feb 13, 2025

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is working on plans to transform the current signalized intersection of U.S. Route 1 and Route 100 into a single-lane roundabout, covering the areas of Branford and East Haven.

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Connecticut invites vendors for booth spaces at The Big E in September

By Constitution State News | Feb 11, 2025

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) is currently accepting applications from vendors interested in securing agricultural booth spaces within the Connecticut Building at The Big E for 2025.