AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoGas Tax Showdown: President Trump says he’ll move to suspend the federal gasoline tax to blunt Iran-war-driven pump spikes, but Congress has to approve it—so Connecticut drivers may get relief only if lawmakers act fast. Fuel Watch: GasBuddy puts Connecticut gas up 9.8 cents in a week to about $4.58/gal, with diesel also edging higher. Consumer Protection: Connecticut cleared a new law to start restitution for funeral-home scam victims, with payments up to $10,000 per person beginning July 2027. Labor Push: Gov. Lamont signed a major 124-page labor bill, giving unions a fresh boost heading into the Democratic convention. AI Rules: Connecticut adopted an AI transparency/safety law (SB 5), setting new duties for AI providers and protections for minors. Energy & Environment: Climate activists protested natural gas expansion at DEEP headquarters in Hartford, targeting a Brookfield compressor-station plan. Local History: Norwich unveiled a Lafayette Trail plaque marking the general’s 1824 visit.
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