AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEducation Funding Overhaul: Connecticut’s new 23-member Blue-Ribbon Commission held its first meeting to rethink how the state funds public schools, with recommendations due next January and a focus on equity and easing local tax burdens. Workforce & Local Economy: Hartford’s PeoplesBank Arena is hiring 200+ part-time workers ahead of its event season, with an on-site job fair June 10. Consumer Protection: Connecticut’s Department of Consumer Protection is warning homeowners to research home-improvement requirements before work starts, citing past complaints and restitution tied to contractor misconduct. Insurance Oversight: A new Connecticut law signed by Gov. Ned Lamont boosts transparency for long-term care insurers, requiring more detailed reporting that takes effect July 1. Charity Scrutiny: Connecticut AG William Tong and the Department of Consumer Protection opened an investigation into former New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart’s Mayor’s Trophy Charitable Fund, including subpoenas and a June 30 deposition. Business & Retail: Walmart is rolling out Subway delivery through its app in select markets, expanding restaurant integration across more than 1,400 Walmart stores. Energy Costs: Diesel prices remain a strain for Connecticut small businesses, many adding fuel surcharges as costs rise.
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