Feb 01 2025 2 mins
Connecticut is gearing up for a busy year with significant developments in government, business, and the environment. Governor Ned Lamont has announced special elections for February 25 to fill two vacancies in the General Assembly, specifically in the 21st Senatorial District and the 40th Assembly District[1].
In the state legislature, the Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee held its first public hearing of the 2025 legislative session, focusing on various proposals including expanding Medicaid for residents with disabilities by eliminating asset limits for HUSKY C, the Medicaid program for those over 65, blind, or disabled[2].
On the economic front, the Connecticut Business & Industry Association (CBIA) has released its 2025 policy solutions, a 12-point package aimed at growing the state's economy by lowering the cost of living, particularly in energy, housing, childcare, and healthcare costs[3].
Meanwhile, the state is experiencing a trend of warm winters, with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicting a 23% chance of above-normal temperatures in New Haven this winter. This continues a decade-long pattern of warmer winters in Southern New England, with significant ecological impacts[4].
Looking Ahead:
- The special elections for the 21st Senatorial District and the 40th Assembly District are scheduled for February 25.
- The 2025 legislative session will continue to address various proposals, including the expansion of Medicaid for residents with disabilities.
- The CBIA's policy solutions will be a focus point for economic development discussions in the coming months.
- The state will continue to monitor and address the impacts of warm winters on its ecosystems and communities.
In the state legislature, the Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee held its first public hearing of the 2025 legislative session, focusing on various proposals including expanding Medicaid for residents with disabilities by eliminating asset limits for HUSKY C, the Medicaid program for those over 65, blind, or disabled[2].
On the economic front, the Connecticut Business & Industry Association (CBIA) has released its 2025 policy solutions, a 12-point package aimed at growing the state's economy by lowering the cost of living, particularly in energy, housing, childcare, and healthcare costs[3].
Meanwhile, the state is experiencing a trend of warm winters, with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicting a 23% chance of above-normal temperatures in New Haven this winter. This continues a decade-long pattern of warmer winters in Southern New England, with significant ecological impacts[4].
Looking Ahead:
- The special elections for the 21st Senatorial District and the 40th Assembly District are scheduled for February 25.
- The 2025 legislative session will continue to address various proposals, including the expansion of Medicaid for residents with disabilities.
- The CBIA's policy solutions will be a focus point for economic development discussions in the coming months.
- The state will continue to monitor and address the impacts of warm winters on its ecosystems and communities.