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2024
Governor Lamont Announces $400,000 in State Grants To Support Financial Wellness and Empowerment Programs
-- March 18, 2024
This release was issued by the Governor's Office.
Governor Lamont Welcomes Banking Circle US to Connecticut as the Fintech Company Opens Headquarters in Stamford
-- March 12, 2024
This release was issued by the Governor's Office jointly with the Department of Banking.
Officials Warn Against Potential Government Imposter Scam Targeting Connecticut Businesses
-- January 19, 2024
This release was issued jointly with the Office of the Attorney General, Secretary of the State and the Departments of Banking and Consumer Protection.
2023
Banking Commissioner Announces 2024 Deposit Index
-- December 12, 2023
Consumer Alert: Be Cautious, Avoid Scams this Holiday Shopping Season
-- November 22, 2023
Banking Commissioner Announces Settlement with SoLo Funds; Obtains Nearly $120,000 in Reimbursements for 543 Connecticut Consumers
-- June 14, 2023
Banking Commissioner Announces Settlement with Bitcoin of America; Recovers $86,000 for Connecticut Consumers
-- May 22, 2023
Commissioner Perez's Statement of the Supervision of Connecticut's Financial Institutions
-- April 20, 2023
Court Dismisses 1st Alliance Lending’s Administrative Appeal; Affirms Department of Banking’s Findings
-- April 20, 2023
2022
Consumer Alert: Beware of Holiday Season Shopping Scams
-- November 22, 2022
Department of Banking Issues Consent Order With Consumer Collection Agency
-- July 11, 2022
State Regulators Settle With Hundreds of Mortgage Loan Originators Over Safe Act Education Requirements
-- January 18, 2022
Settlement Announced with Student Loan Servicer Navient
-- January 13, 2022
This release was issued jointly by the Attorney General's Office, the Department of Banking and the Department of Consumer Protection.
2021
Attorney General Tong Launches Elder Justice Hotline
-- July 19, 2021
This release was issued by the Attorney General's Office.
Attorney General Tong, DOB Commissioner Perez Alert Homeowners Regarding Unauthorized Bank Account Withdrawals by Mr. Cooper Mortgage Servicer
-- April 30, 2021
2020
Banking Commissioner Announces the 2021 Deposit Index
-- December 9, 2020
Governor Lamont and Department of Banking Announce Launch of Streamlined, Paperless Online Option for Securities Filings
-- November 10, 2020
Department of Banking Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
-- June 15, 2020
Lt. Governor Bysiewicz, State Officials Mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Highlight Programs That Help Support Older Adults Living In Connecticut
-- June 15, 2020
This release was issued by the Lt. Governor's Office.
Governor Lamont and Banking Commissioner Perez Announce 60-Day Extension to CT Mortgage Relief Program
-- June 4, 2020
Governor Lamont Announces Payment Relief for Student Loan Borrowers
-- April 21, 2020
Banking Commissioner Issues COVID-19 Stimulus Check Guidance to Connecticut Chartered Banks and Credit Unions
-- April 17, 2020
Banking Commissioner Urges Mortgage Servicers to Work With Homeowners Facing Financial Hardship Due to COVID-19
-- March 19, 2020
Banking Commissioner Reassures Connecticut Residents on the Safety of their Deposits in Financial Institutions
-- March 19, 2020
Banking Commissioner Issues COVID-19 Guidance to State-Chartered Banks and Credit Unions
-- March 17, 2020
2019
Banking Commissioner Announces 2020 Deposit Rate
-- December 11, 2019
State Officials Urge Consumers: Be Cautious While Giving This Holiday Season
-- December 3, 2019
This release was issued jointly with the Department of Consumer Protection, the Attorney General's Office and the Better Business Bureau of CT.
Departments of Banking and Consumer Protection Offer Holiday Shopping Safety Tips to Avoid Being Scammed or Defrauded
-- November 22, 2019
This release was issued jointly with the Department of Consumer Protection.
Department of Banking Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
-- June 14, 2019
Millennials Encouraged to Focus on Investing and Financial Awareness During America Saves Week
-- February 25, 2019
This release was issued by the North American State Securities Administrators Association.
Department of Banking Promotes Smart Saving and Investing Habits During Connecticut Saves Week and Military Saves Week
-- February 19, 2019
AG Tong, Banking Commissioner Perez Caution Federal Workers to Beware of Predatory Online Payday Lenders During Ongoing Federal Shutdown
-- January 23, 2019
Governor Lamont Signs First Bill: Bipartisan Legislation Allows Federal Workers Impacted by the Shutdown to Receive Financial Assistance Through a Partnership With the State’s Banks and Credit Unions
-- January 22, 2019
This release was issued by the Governor's Office.
Department of Banking Encourages Financial Institutions to Work with their Customers During Federal Government Shutdown
-- January 11, 2019
2018
Banking Commissioner Announces 2019 Deposit Rate
-- December 6, 2018
Department of Banking Reminds Online Shoppers to Safeguard Their Personal Financial Information
-- November 20, 2018
Department of Banking Encourages Consumers to Save More During Connecticut Saves Week and Military Saves Week
-- February 26, 2018
Connecticut Department of Banking Commends FINRA on the Enactment of its New Rules Aimed to Protect Seniors from Financial Abuse
-- February 23, 2018
Banking Commissioner Announces $2.9 Million in Relief for Connecticut Consumers in Settlement with Santander
-- February 20, 2018
Connecticut Saves Week Workshops at American Job Centers Announced
-- February 8, 2018
Colorado Attorney Admits Role in Stock "Pump and Dump" Scheme
This release was issued by the U.S. Department of Justice
-- February 6, 2018
Departments of Banking and Consumer Protection Remind Consumers of New Deadline for Western Union Claims
-- February 5, 2018
Department of Banking Reminds Investors to Approach Cryptocurrency with Caution
-- January 29, 2018
Department of Banking Offers Elder Financial Fraud Training to American Eagle Financial Credit Union
-- January 24, 2018
2017
Banking Commissioner Announces 2018 Deposit Rate
-- December 12, 2017
Banking Commissioner Reminds Exempt Reporting Advisers of their Form ADV State Filing Obligations
-- June 23, 2017
Connecticut Department of Banking Provides Training of Elder Financial Fraud and Exploitation
-- June 15, 2017
Department of Banking Promotes Smart Saving and Safe Financial Behavior During Connecticut Saves Week and Military Saves Week
-- February 24, 2017
CT Saves Week Workshops at American Job Centers Focus on Career and Financial Goals; Saving Money
-- February 17, 2017
Department of Banking Recovers Nearly $4 Million For Connecticut Consumers and Investors in 2016
-- February 14, 2017
ALERT: Wire Transfer Scam - Banking Commissioner Jorge Perez advised financial institutions and consumers to be vigilant when conducting Wire Transfers
-- January 9, 2017
2016
Connecticut Department of Banking Asks Consumers Affected by Money Transmitter Century Union to Come Forward, Outlines Process for Consumer Restitution
-- December 14, 2016
Banking Commissioner Announces 2017 Deposit Rate, Sets Interest For Rental Security Deposits
-- December 12, 2016
AG Jepsen and Banking Commissioner Perez: RBS enters $120M Settlement with State of Connecticut to Resolve RMBS Investigation
-- October 3, 2016
Banking Commissioner Jorge Pérez Announces Nearly $1.4 Million in Relief for Connecticut Consumers in Settlement with National Credit Adjusters
-- September 28, 2016
Student Loan Repayment Guide Available To Assist Connecticut Borrowers
-- March 14, 2016
CT Saves Week: Workshops at American Job Centers Focus on Career and Financial Goals; Saving Money
-- February 11, 2016