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• 7/22/2021 Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts

  As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 22, 2021.

• 7/22/2021 Governor Lamont Names Five Members of the Newly Established Social Equity Council

  Governor Ned Lamont today announced the names of five members who will serve on Connecticut’s newly established Social Equity Council.

• 7/22/2021 Governor Lamont Visits Family Resource Center in West Hartford, Celebrates American Rescue Plan Act Funding in Action

  Governor Lamont today joined state and local officials at the Family Resource Center at Charter Oak Academy in West Hartford to celebrate the success of the American Recovery Plan Act funding that has funded summer enrichment programs for Connecticut children.

• 7/21/2021 Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts

  As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2021.

• 7/21/2021 Governor Lamont Signs Legislation and Makes Announcement on the Enhancement of Workforce Development Initiatives

  Governor Ned Lamont today held a bill signing ceremony at Capital Community College in Hartford to commemorate the adoption of a new law enhancing his ongoing efforts to provide workforce development opportunities for students and workers, support job growth, and help position Connecticut as a leader in the IT, AI, and Industry 4.0 economy.

• 7/20/2021 Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut's Coronavirus Response Efforts

  As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 20, 2021.

• 7/20/2021 Governor Lamont and Connecticut State Officials Raise Awareness for Safe Storage of Medications and Other Substances

  Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the State of Connecticut is launching a campaign to bolster public awareness about safe storage of medications and other substances that could potentially be harmful. The initiative is part of a broader effort to protect children and families in Connecticut.

• 7/20/2021 Governor Lamont Signs Legislation Banning Use Of PFAS-Containing Firefighting Foam in October, Phases Out PFAS-Containing Food Packaging In 2023

  Governor Ned Lamont today held a bill signing ceremony at the edge of the Farmington River in Windsor to commemorate the adoption of a new state law banning the use of firefighting foam and food packaging that contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances.

• 7/20/2021 Governor Lamont and Lt. Governor Bysiewicz Congratulate Connecticut Athletes Heading to Tokyo for the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games

  Governor Ned Lamont and Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz are congratulating the Connecticut athletes who have qualified to compete in the upcoming Summer Olympic Games and Paralympic Games in Tokyo, Japan, and are wishing them the best in their competitions.

• 7/19/2021 Governor Lamont Signs Bill Modernizing State Government Operations

  Governor Ned Lamont today held a bill signing ceremony at Grace Farms in New Canaan to commemorate the adoption of a new law modernizing and updating a variety of state government operations affecting procurement, digital government initiatives, and the Small and Minority Business (or set-aside) Program.

• 7/19/2021 Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts

  As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of 3:00 p.m. on Monday, July 19, 2021.

• 7/16/2021 Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts

  As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of 3:00 p.m. on Friday, July 16, 2021

• 7/16/2021 Governor Lamont Announces Launch of Online Hub Highlighting the Benefits for Young Professionals To Live and Work in Connecticut

  Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the State of Connecticut has launched CTForMe, a new online hub focused on attracting and retaining young talent to the state.

• 7/15/2021 Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts

  As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 15, 2021.

• 7/15/2021 Governor Lamont Signs Legislation Strengthening Cybersecurity in the Private Sector, Announces Historic Investment for the Public Sector

  Governor Ned Lamont today held a bill signing ceremony at the UConn Tech Park in Storrs to commemorate the adoption of legislation that incentivizes businesses to adopt and adhere to cybersecurity standards.