2/28/2007 | Governor Rell Cites U.S. Chamber of Commerce ‘Report Card’ to Support Education Budget Plan |
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"The message is simple: We can – and we must – do better. The future of our state and the futures of our children are at stake."
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2/26/2007 | Governor Rell to Nominate Rob Simmons as Connecticut’s First Business Advocate |
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“Rob’s record of achievement speaks for itself. He cares deeply about Connecticut and he has been an effective leader. Equally importantly, he knows how to work with all of our economic development partners to get the job done.”
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2/23/2007 | Gov. Rell: Process Underway to DesignateFinal CT Portion of LI Sound as No Discharge Area |
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“The stretch of our waters from Branford to Greenwich is the last portion of the Sound that is not designated as a No Discharge Area. Once this section is approved it will be illegal to discharge sewage from a boat anywhere in Connecticut’s waters on Long Island Sound or Fishers Island Sound."
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2/23/2007 | Governor Rell Orders Flags Lowered to Half Staff |
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2/22/2007 | Governor Rell to Attend National Governors Association Meeting |
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"In Washington, I look forward to discussing our bold education proposals with governors from across the country.”
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2/20/2007 | Governor Rell to Nominate Appellate Judge Chase T. Rogers as Chief Justice of Supreme Court |
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“Judge Rogers has proven herself a compassionate and reasoned jurist as well as an effective administrator – exactly the qualities needed for Connecticut’s next Chief Justice.”
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2/20/2007 | Governor Rell Nominates Assistant U.S. Attorney John A. Danaher III for Public Safety Commissioner |
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“My goals are simple: ensuring the public safety and maintaining the highest possible standards for the operations of the Department. I know that John believes in these objectives as well. Along with his record of success as an attorney and prosecutor, he brings new energy and new perspective to the task.”
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2/16/2007 | Governor Rell Announces $1.1 Million to Boost Children’s Enrollment in HUSKY Health Care |
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“Parents listen to people and organizations they know and trust in their own communities. These are the best ambassadors of the HUSKY program, and I look forward to seeing the positive impact on enrollment of new children into health coverage.”
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2/14/2007 | Governor Rell: 2:30 PM Dismissal |
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2/13/2007 | Gov. Rell Announces Encouraging Rise in HUSKY Enrollment |
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2/13/2007 | Governor Rell Appoints Leo Arnone Director of Juvenile Services for DCF |
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2/7/2007 | Governor Rell's Budget Address |
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"The issues of our day -- eminent domain, health care, energy, jobs and education -- have been debated and debated and debated - year after year after year. This session we must get it done."
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2/6/2007 | Governor Rell: Search Underway to Hire New DCF Commissioner |
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Interested persons can find the complete recruitment posting under 'Latest News' at www.das.state.ct.us
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2/5/2007 | Governor Rell Condemns Cuts in President’s Budget |
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“I am especially disturbed by the reductions in the LIHEAP grant, which our Department of Social Services relies upon to fund the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program."
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2/5/2007 | Governor Rell’s Budget Plan Will Help State Residents Afford Health Insurance |
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The premium assistance framework is being geared to drop the monthly premium to $75 for the lowest-income members, with the cost gradually rising based on income level.
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2/5/2007 | Governor Rell: Southeastern Connecticut to Benefit from State Budget |
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2/5/2007 | Governor Rell’s Budget to Fund Three New State Trooper Classes |
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"Our State Police do a good job of enforcing the laws, but we need to make sure there are as many troopers on the road as possible. These proposals are aimed at doing just that."
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2/5/2007 | Governor Rell Announces New Transportation Initiatives |
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"I want to see new rail stations, more parking and new trains – and new and innovative approaches like the New Britain to Hartford busway and the development of housing and businesses near train stations. We need to build the transportation system of our future. Our commuters and our businesses deserve nothing less.”
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2/5/2007 | Governor Rell Announces New Energy Initiatives |
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The restructured Department of Public Utility Control will be responsible for only those regulatory actions necessary in approving rates for public electric and gas utilities and responsibilities relating to water and telecommunications utilities.
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2/2/2007 | Governor Rell Renews Call to Eliminate the Car Tax |
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"Axing the car tax will make our state a more attractive place to live, work and raise a family.”
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2/1/2007 | Gov. Rell Announces Key Promotions, New Appointments at Department of Public Safety |
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Major Thomas Davoren, 50, of Bolton, a decorated, 22-year veteran of the Connecticut State Police will be promoted to Colonel and will assume command of the Division of State Police from Colonel Edward J. Lynch who retired on December 31, 2006.
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2/1/2007 | Governor Rell’s Budget Proposals Will Build on Commitment to ‘Responsible Growth’ |
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Governor Rell's budget proposal will include more than $7 million in operating funding and $587 million in capital funding for smart growth initiatives across Connecticut and at all levels of government.
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