[ad_1] The below is from Congressman Jim Himes, with details of a telephone Town Hall tomorrow Friday 3/13 Friends, As coronavirus spreads through the country and in Connecticut, I want to do everything possible to keep you informed of developments, guidance from health officials, and Congressional actions. First and foremost, keep yourself informed. For the latest information, go to the Connecticut Government website here or the CDC’s website here. Connecticut…
[ad_1] Senate GOP Blocks Emergency Paid Sick Leave Bill The legislation put forth by Democrats would guarantee 14 days of paid leave for workers affected by the coronavirus outbreak. [ad_2] Original Facebook Post
[ad_1] School, sports, work and travel: Here’s what is cancelled, postponed or rescheduled because of the coronavirus Coronavirus is cancelling classes, postponing events and closing buildings around Connecticut. [ad_2] Original Facebook Post
[ad_1] Some folks have been wondering what the civil preparedness and public health emergencies on COVID-19 that I signed today means and how impacts the lives of people in Connecticut, so this is a quick summary of what you need to know right now. The declarations provide our administration with certain legal authorities so that we can take specific, swift actions that are determined to be necessary to protect the…
[ad_1] Gov. Ned Lamont declares state of emergency as state steps up coronavirus response A public health emergency gives the state power over quarantine, while a civil preparedness emergency grants the governor broad powers over state institutions, allowing him to restrict travel, close public schools and buildings and more. [ad_2] Original Facebook Post
