CBIA Points to Unsettling Economic Numbers, Urges Comprehensive Legislative Action

CBIA Points to Unsettling Economic Numbers, Urges Comprehensive Legislative Action

Connecticut’s job growth is trapped in a frustrating holding pattern, explains Chris DiPentima, president and CEO of the Connecticut Business & Industry Association (CBIA), the state’s largest business organization.  And CBIA is urging legislators to proceed with a series of actions to set a course forward.

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Artificial Intelligence to be Focus of Fellowship at State Capitol

Artificial Intelligence to be Focus of Fellowship at State Capitol

The Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering (CASE) is accepting applications for a one-year CASE Fellowship at the state legislature - the Connecticut General Assembly (CGA) Artificial Intelligence Policy Fellowship, to get underway in 2025.

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CT Paid Leave Program Provides Safety Net for Residents Living with Food Insecurity

CT Paid Leave Program Provides Safety Net for Residents Living with Food Insecurity

Connecticut’s Paid Leave program is reminding Connecticut residents that income replacement is available for workers with a serious health condition, and their caregivers, to help offset the cost of living when they need to take time away from work to recover or provide care, as we head into the holiday season.

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Small Business Administration Lending in CT Reflects Historic Increase in Fiscal Year 2024

Small Business Administration Lending in CT Reflects Historic Increase in Fiscal Year 2024

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Connecticut District Office reached historic volume through 1,058 approved SBA loans totaling over $383 million to small businesses during FY24 (October 2023-September 2024). The 1,058 loans approved in FY24 represent an increase of 18.3% over FY23’s 894 approvals, according to the SBA.

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