Medicaid Legal Battle: Connecticut and other Democratic-led states sued the Trump administration to block new Medicaid work requirements, arguing the “medically frail” exemption is too narrow and will push vulnerable patients off coverage. Egg Price Crackdown: CT Attorney General William Tong joined a multistate settlement forcing major egg producers to pay $3.3 million and deliver 53 million free eggs nationwide, including 1.5 million to Connecticut, after allegations of coordinated price manipulation. Housing Policy Watch: A major federal housing bill could speed affordable homebuilding in Connecticut and restrict private equity from snapping up homes, but the key question is whether President Trump will sign it. Utility Executive Pay: Sen. Richard Blumenthal proposed legislation to curb utility executive bonuses when costs rise for consumers, calling current pay levels “unfair” amid rate increase requests. Workforce for the AI Economy: Gov. Ned Lamont announced Connecticut is partnering with RAISE US to build training and workforce infrastructure for the modern AI job market. Heat & Water Resilience: Lamont activated Connecticut’s extreme hot weather protocol and DEEP awarded Windham Water Works $415,000 for climate-informed upgrades to protect the drinking water system. Affordable Home Financing: Washington Trust said it will help finance 37 home purchases across CT and the region using federal grant programs and Rhode Island’s AnchorHome initiative. Courtroom Business Risk: A Connecticut federal judge probed a disputed noncompete in a case tied to alleged poaching of clients, employees, and intellectual property. Consumer Pressure: A new survey found grocery prices are the top financial stressor for most voters, with broad support for government action against price gouging.