AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFood Assistance & SNAP: Gov. Ned Lamont announced $8.5 million to help Connecticut residents bridge expected SNAP cuts tied to new federal work requirements, calling the policy “hunger as a weapon.” Public Finance: Connecticut’s individual income tax revenue rose 4.7% in 2024, reaching about $10 billion of the state’s $23.2 billion total tax take. Law & National Security: Rep. Jim Himes blasted President Trump’s pick of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence, warning it could jeopardize the Section 702 surveillance program set to expire Friday. Wildlife & Public Safety: A homeowner in Connecticut found a 6-foot black rat snake on his roof; officials say the nonvenomous snake can help control rodents. Environment: DEEP/EnCon police are investigating a dead black bear in Burlington with a shoulder wound consistent with being shot. Local Culture & Community: New Haven’s Freddy Fixer Parade drew hundreds, including NFL player Tyler Booker as grand marshal, celebrating the city’s Black community traditions.
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