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Lt Governor Bysiewicz, Attorney General Tong, DCP, DESPP, DMHAS Highlight Recent Controlled Substance Regulation Changes, Enforcement Efforts, Addiction Support

These products come in a variety of consumable products, including beverages, tinctures, pills, gummies, and more.
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Consumer Protection Issues Summary Suspension for White Rabbit in Hartford

Today, Consumer Protection Commissioner Bryan T. Cafferelli signed a summary suspension of the provisional liquor permit for White Rabbit (LIR.21832.P-CW), located at 201 Ann Uccello Street in Hartford.
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Mass Announcement: National Weights and Measures Week is a Metric (and Standard) Ton of Fun

The Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) is marking National Weights and Measures Week by celebrating its 227-year history of ensuring a fair marketplace for Connecticut consumers. Weights and Measures is the first form of consumer protection in the United States and widely recognized as the earliest global form of consumer protection.
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