AGP Executive Report
Last update: 24 minutes agoCT Transit Security: Gov. Lamont and state officials announced new safety and security upgrades for CTfastrak, including more officers on shifts and station changes in New Britain aimed at reducing repeat offenders and improving rider confidence. Utility Rates: Attorney General Tong said PURA’s draft decisions further cut Connecticut Natural Gas and Southern Connecticut Gas rates after earlier over-collection, lowering bills for families. Federal Funding Fight: A coalition of states, including Connecticut, sued to block Trump administration conditions tying FEMA/DHS disaster money to election and immigration requirements. AG vs. Megamerger: Connecticut is among states pressing to stop Paramount Skydance’s $110B Warner Bros. Discovery deal; the companies agreed to delay closing until at least June 1, 2027 while the legal fight continues. Food Safety: Taylor Farms issued a statement amid the Cyclospora outbreak investigation, saying it expanded recalls and suspended iceberg lettuce sourcing from central Mexico while health authorities continue probing. TPS Update: Lamont urged Connecticut employers to be patient after a federal appeals court extended Haitian TPS through July 27. Local Business: Bristol’s Chamber announced an Oct. 27 member-only “Member-to-Member Business Expo” to spur networking and partnerships.
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