Posted on April 7, 2020 by admin
Below you will find information regarding public assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic released from the Connecticut Department of Labor on April 7, 2020.
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR: Public Assistance During COVID-19 Pandemic by Connecticut House Republicans
Posted on April 1, 2020 by admin
HARTFORD – The House Republican caucus today in a letter to Gov. Lamont offered proposals to provide immediate relief to struggling businesses, idle workers, families and taxpayers coping with the economic consequences of the ongoing health crisis – including breaks on overdue property taxes, for companies facing high unemployment insurance rates and those saddled with student debt.
The proposals could be enacted quickly through executive orders if Lamont chooses to do so and would not require any…
Posted on March 31, 2020 by admin
State’s response to protect businesses
The state has taken steps protect our businesses and residents during the coronavirus crisis. In addition to documents on various state and federal guidance, among the growing list of resources and information is:
- DECD’s COVID-19 Business Emergency Response Unit
- U.S. Small Business Administration assistance
- Tax filing extensions
- CT Recovery Bridge Loan Program
- DOL Shared Work Program
- Unemployment assistance
- Business Interruption Insurance
- Issues regarding supply chains,…
Posted on March 6, 2020 by admin
On Wednesday, March 4, 2020, members of the legislature’s Insurance Committee approved measures to reduce the cost of insulin and provide more financial stability for Connecticut diabetics.
State Rep. Dave Yaccarino (R-87) co-sponsored Senate Bill 1 – An Act Concerning Diabetes and High Deductible Health Plans and House Bill 5175, both of which aim to cap the cost of insulin at $50 per thirty-day supply and will also cap the cost of all medically necessary, covered diabetes supplies and equipment…
Posted on March 3, 2020 by admin
On Monday, March 3, State Representative Dave Yaccarino (R-87) read to students at Green Acres Elementary School, Montowese Elementary School, Clintonville Elementary School and Ridge Road Elementary School in North Haven as part of Read Across America Day. Sponsored by the National Education Association, the annual event is meant to foster a love of reading in children. The event takes place on March 2 in celebration of the classic children’s author Dr. Seuss.
“In honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday,…
