AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoConnecticut Budget Watch: Hamden approved a $327.8 million 2026-27 budget, raising its mill rate from 51.88 to 53.67 as officials cite a need to preserve essential services amid structural revenue and debt pressures. Housing & Taxes: A new report says Connecticut’s tax system is “unfair,” but any changes would come with tradeoffs—an issue tied to ongoing debates over relief for renters and the state’s broader tax structure. AI Policy: While President Trump tried to block state AI regulations, multiple states are moving ahead with targeted rules focused on how AI shows up in everyday life, including schools and workplaces. SNAP Fight: Attorneys general, including California’s Rob Bonta, are urging Congress to restore SNAP benefits in the Farm Bill, arguing federal cuts are driving hunger and shifting costs to states. Local Economy: Realtor.com’s “Market Hotness” ranking put Hartford among the nation’s hottest housing markets in May, with faster sales and strong buyer demand.
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