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• Will those who qualify for WIC benefits and Senior citizens still be able to receive Farmer's Market Nutrition Program vouchers?

  3/28/2022

  Yes - the State has enacted special rules for the Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP)

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• I’m worried that my bank will start a foreclosure sale or eviction from my property because I can’t make my payments. What do I do?

  3/28/2022

  As of March 18, 2020, and to help borrowers who are at risk of losing their homes, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has told Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to put a hold on foreclosures and foreclosure-related evictions for at least 60 days due to the coronavirus national emergency.

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• I need to get in contact with the Department of Social Services. Are they open during the state’s Coronavirus slowdown?

  10/25/2021

  Department of Social Services field offices are closed to the public, as a protective measure for the safety of customers and staff.

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• As a survivor of domestic abuse, I need to have access to the court system during the state’s COVID-19 response. What are my options?

  10/25/2021

  The Executive Order the Governor signed April 2, 2020 suspends the requirement that victims of domestic abuse sign an application for an order of protection under oath before a notary or attorney.

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• What are the SNAP Benefits currently available to CT households?

  7/20/2021

  Maximum SNAP benefits are being paid to all eligible Connecticut households, with the option to shop online.

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• I need DMV services. What are my current options?

  7/7/2021

  Before making an in-person appointment at DMV, check out the many transactions that are now available online.

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• Are the courts closed during the state’s Coronavirus response? What if I need to be physically present for a court action?

  5/26/2021

  The Judicial Branch announced that, starting on March 19, 2020, it is limiting the types of cases being heard and reducing the number of courthouses that will hear these cases.

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• What is the deadline to file my state of Connecticut taxes this year?

  4/14/2021

  The Connecticut Department of Revenue Services has extended the state income tax deadline for 2021.

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• Will there still be local elections? How do I vote in my town election?

  4/8/2021

  The State has set forth procedures and revised timelines for local elections allowing absentee votes.

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• Veterans Tax Relief

  3/2/2021

  Biennial filing requirements for veterans tax relief have been suspended

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