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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Connecticut Newsletter for Sunday May 26, 2024 ( 8 items )  

ACLU-CONNECTICUT: NEW HAVEN BOARD OF ALDERS APPROVED A PROPOSAL TO INSTALL RED LIGHT AND SPEED CAMERAS
HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 22 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Connecticut issued the following news release: The New Haven Board of Alders approved a proposal on Monday night to install red light and speed cameras in the city. There are 19 locations scouted to mount cameras that will constantly surveil motorists, pedestrians, and others. "The ACLU of Connecticut cares about public safety, and has worked for years to raise awareness about the unintended consequences of constant police   more

American Association of Physics Teachers: U.S. Physics Team Announced for 2024
COLLEGE PARK, Maryland, May 25 -- The American Association of Physics Teachers issued the following news release: After a rigorous search involving two exams, the American Association of Physics Teachers has identified the top contenders as members of the United States Physics Team. They come from California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, New Jersey, North Carolina, and Wisconsin. There are high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. These bright emerging physicist  more

American Land Title Association: New Connecticut Law Will Protect Homebuyers From Predatory Contracts
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The American Land Title Association issued the following news release: The American Land Title Association (ALTA), the national trade association of the land title insurance industry, AARP and the New England Land Title Association (NELTA) applaud the Connecticut General Assembly for passing Senate Bill (SB) 201, which includes provisions protecting homeowners from the predatory practice of filing unfair real estate fee agreements in property records, known as Non-Title Re  more

Center for a Humane Economy: Multiple Arrests for Illegal Cockfight in Connecticut, Officers Witness Blood Sport Firsthand
WATERBURY, Connecticut, May 23 -- The Center for a Humane Economy issued the following news release: Animal Wellness Action and the Center for a Humane Economy reacted to eight arrests following police officers busting an alleged cockfighting ring in a large garage in Waterbury, where officers witnessed the staged fights and the illegal gambling that always accompanies the crime. Six of the eight arrests were citizens of Massachusetts. "We applaud Waterbury police for acting swiftly to break u  more

CHA STATEMENT ON LAUNCH OF STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS IN UNDERSERVED AREAS AND FACILITIES
WALLINGFORD, Connecticut, May 21 -- Connecticut Hospital Association issued the following agency statement on May 20, 2024: * * * The Connecticut Hospital Association (CHA) released the following statement regarding Governor Ned Lamont's announcement that his administration is launching a new state program to address the healthcare workforce shortage in Connecticut's health professional shortage areas: "We thank Governor Ned Lamont and Commissioner Juthani for their continued commitment and a  more

Joint NGO Statement: House Farm Bill Endangers Life-Saving Food for Peace Program
WESTPORT, Connecticut, May 23 -- Save the Children, an organization that says it is giving children a healthy start in life, opportunity to learn and protection from harm, issued the following joint statement on May 22, 2024, with four organizations: * * * As major implementing partners of Food for Peace Title II and other U.S. international food aid programs, Catholic Relief Services, CARE, Mercy Corps, Save the Children, and World Vision oppose the House Agriculture Committee Majority's Farm  more

LIMRA: First Quarter U.S. Annuity Sales Mark 14th Consecutive Quarter of Growth
WINDSOR, Connecticut, May 23 (TNSres) -- LIMRA issued the following news release on May 22, 2024: Total U.S. annuity sales were $106.7 billion in the first quarter of 2024, 13% above prior year results, according to results from LIMRA's U.S. Individual Annuity Sales Survey, which represents 92% of the total U.S. annuity market. This is the highest first quarter sales results since LIMRA started tracking sales in the 1980s. "Demand for investment protection and guaranteed retirement income rema  more

LIMRA: Powered by Whole Life Sales, Canadian Life Insurance New Annualized Premium Increased 2% in First Quarter 2024
WINDSOR, Connecticut, May 24 (TNSres) -- LIMRA issued the following news release: Canadian life insurance new annualized premium increased 2% year-over-year to $445 million in the first quarter 2024, according to LIMRA's Canadian Individual Life Insurance Sales Survey. The number of policies sold was level with results in the first quarter 2023. "Whole life and term product sales -- which typically serve middle-income and younger consumers respectively -- recorded growth this quarter," said Na  more