Press Releases

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• 4/28/2014 Gov. Malloy on Navy Announcement of $17.6 Billion Contract with Electric Boat for Block IV Submarine Production

  Governor Dannel P. Malloy today praised the U.S. Navy’s announcement that it has awarded Groton-based General Dynamics’ Electric Boat a contract valued at $17.6 billion for the construction and delivery of the next block (Block IV) of Virginia-class submarines.

• 4/2/2014 Gov. Malloy Proclaims "Husky Weekend" in the State of Connecticut

  Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that he is proclaiming Friday, April 4 through Sunday, April 6 as "Husky Weekend" in the State of Connecticut in honor of both the UConn men's and women's basketball teams playing in the NCAA Final Four tournament.

• 4/18/2014 Gov. Malloy Outlines Priorities for Metro-North Performance and Service Goals

  Governor Dannel P. Malloy today outlined his expectations and priorities for Metro-North Railroad’s (MNR) performance in light of MNR’s anticipated May schedule change.

• 4/7/2014 Tuesday: Gov. Malloy Speaks at Early Childhood Summit, Participates in YWCA Hartford Region Luncheon

  On Tuesday afternoon, Governor Dannel P. Malloy will speak at the Governor’s Pre-K to 3rd Grade Policy Symposium in Hartford, which is co-hosted by the Office of Governor Malloy and the Office of Early Childhood.

• 4/14/2014 Gov. Malloy Releases Connecticut's Cybersecurity Strategy

  Governor Dannel P. Malloy today released a cybersecurity plan for Connecticut’s utilities to help strengthen defense against possible future threats, such as a cyberattack.

• 4/3/2014 Gov. Malloy, DEEP Commissioner Klee and Mayor Jackson Join Elementary School Students for Trout Stocking Event in Hamden

  Governor Dannel P. Malloy, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Commissioner Rob Klee, and Mayor Scott Jackson today joined first and fifth graders from Hamden’s Helen Street and Ridge Hill Schools for a trout stocking event at Lake Wintergreen in preparation for the opening day of trout fishing season on Saturday, April 19, 2014.

• 4/30/2014 Gov. Malloy Statement on Vote in the US Senate Blocking Federal Minimum Wage Bill

  Governor Dannel P. Malloy released the following statement regarding defeat of a motion in the U.S. Senate today that would have allowed a vote on legislation raising the federal minimum wage to $10.10.

• 4/20/2014 Monday: Gov. Malloy Joins U.S. Energy Secretary Moniz for Public Meeting in Hartford

  On Monday afternoon, Governor Dannel P. Malloy will join U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Dr. Ernest Moniz for a “Quadrennial Energy Review” public meeting in Hartford that will focus on energy infrastructure in New England.

• 4/27/2014 Monday: Gov. Malloy & Lt. Gov. Wyman Observe Workers' Memorial Day

  On Monday at noon, Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman will observe Workers’ Memorial Day at a rally hosted by the Connecticut AFL-CIO at the State Capitol.

• 4/4/2014 Saturday: Gov. Malloy Speaks at Inauguration of New President of Connecticut College

  On Saturday morning, Governor Dannel P. Malloy will speak at the inauguration of Katherine Bergeron as the 11th president of Connecticut College.

• 4/10/2014 Gov. Malloy: State Awards Grants for Affordable Housing Developments

  Governor Dannel P. Malloy, joined by Department of Housing Commissioner Evonne M. Klein, today announced that nine towns have each been awarded grants for predevelopment costs associated with establishing Incentive Housing Zones (IHZ) in their communities.

• 4/24/2014 Gov. Malloy: State Launches New Ad Campaign Ahead of Travel Season

  Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced the next wave of Connecticut’s still revolutionary campaign. The new advertising spots, titled “Revolutionary Thoughts,” will showcase a diverse array of experiences travelers can enjoy within close proximity, and features creative spots for TV, out of home and digital advertising, along with public relations and social media efforts.

• 4/29/2014 Gov. Malloy: New Uniform Licensing Process Will Increase Efficiency for State, Providers

  Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced the roll out of the new Uniform Licensing process, developed through collaboration between the Departments of Children and Families (DCF), Developmental Services (DDS), Public Health and Administrative Services (DPH).

• 4/3/2014 Gov. Malloy: One Year Later, Historic Gun Violence Prevention Bill is Making Connecticut Safer

  Governor Dannel P. Malloy, together with legislative leaders and a wide array of gun violence prevention organizations, today commemorated the passage of SB1160, the historic legislation passed last year to curb the risk of gun violence.

• 4/23/2014 Gov. Malloy: Modernizing Recycling and Waste Management Will Create Economic Benefits and Help the Environment

  Governor Dannel P. Malloy today urged the legislature to act on his proposal to double the state’s recycling rate and transform an outmoded system of trash disposal by adopting a more modern, cost-effective, and environmentally sound materials management approach.