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New Laws Effective Oct. 1, 2023

Posted on October 2, 2023

Several new laws will take effect October 1st. An expanded list of those that will take effect on October 1, along with summaries, can be accessed here.

A summary of some new laws include:

AN ACT CONCERNING FINANCIAL EXPLOITATION OF SENIOR CITIZENS

Public Act 23-161 expands on Connecticut’s records and financial reports law to address financial exploitation against eligible adults. Qualified designated persons may disclose to the Social Services and Banking commissioners when there’s reasonable

New Low-Income Discount Rate for Electric Customers Apply by Nov. 1

Posted on September 28, 2023

Beginning on December 1, 2023, a new electric bill discount will be available to you if you have a financial hardship status on your electric account. Based on your household income or receipt of a public assistance benefit, you may be eligible for a 10% or 50% discount on your electric bill per month. For example, if you have a $100 monthly bill, it would be $10 less if you receive a 10% discount or $50 less if you receive the 50% discount.

Your discount will depend on your annual household income

New CT Prescription Drug Discount Card Program Launches Oct. 2

Posted on September 28, 2023

All Connecticut Residents Can Sign Up for the Free Discount Card To Receive Savings on Medication

State Officials have announced prescription drug discount card program will launch in Connecticut on October 2, 2023, enabling all residents of the state to receive savings on certain prescription drugs.

The program was established by a new law I supported (Public Act 23-171), which is to be administered by the Office of the State Comptroller.

To launch the program, the Comptroller has entered Connecticut

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