AGP Executive Report
Last update: 30 minutes agoEarly Voting in CT: Gov. Ned Lamont and Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz reminded voters that seven straight days of in-person early voting start today and run through Aug. 9 ahead of the Aug. 11 primary. Food Security Push: Lamont announced $300 one-time grocery benefits for low-income residents pushed out of SNAP by new federal changes, delivered via prepaid virtual cards through community action agencies. Gun Violence Prevention: The state Department of Public Health backed 33 community organizations through six grantees to prevent gun violence using local, public-health style outreach and intervention. Drug Pricing Accountability: Connecticut is among states backing a major Sandoz settlement over alleged generic drug price-fixing, with AGs touting internal reforms and payments contingent on approvals. Tariff Fight in Court: CT AG William Tong joined a 25-state lawsuit challenging Trump administration tariffs, arguing they’re unlawful and raise costs for families. Walgreens Closures: Walgreens continues shuttering stores nationwide; Massachusetts hasn’t been publicly singled out for 2026 closures so far.
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