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Get America Building Again is Coming to CT. Here's How.

The Trump administration has reached a first-of-its-kind programmatic agreement with Connecticut DOT to streamline environmental reviews and cut red tape for transportation projects. The deal is expected to accelerate schedules by at least six weeks for approximately 90 construction projects annually, including major initiatives like the Gold Star Memorial Bridge and New Haven Bus Rapid Transit system. Source: msn.com

Get America Building Again is Coming to CT. Here's How.
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/trump-s-get-america-building-again-plan-is-coming-to-ct-here-s-how/ar-AA1EQjXx

To Replace HB 5002, CT Towns Pitch Regional Approach

Connecticut municipalities are proposing a regional collaborative approach to address housing needs as an alternative to the vetoed HB 5002 legislation. The new framework would eliminate controversial mandates while allowing towns to work together through councils of government to meet housing goals and share responsibility for development across regions. Source: hartfordbusiness.com

To Replace HB 5002, CT Towns Pitch Regional Approach
https://hartfordbusiness.com/article/to-replace-hb-5002-ct-towns-pitch-regional-approach-to-housing/

West Haven Mixed-Use at Former Buckle Factory Granted More Time

West Haven officials have granted a time extension for the mixed-use development project planned for the former Buckle factory site. The project aims to transform the historic industrial property into a combination of residential units, commercial space, and community amenities, representing a significant redevelopment opportunity for the area. Source: nhregister.com

West Haven Mixed-Use at Former Buckle Factory Granted More Time
https://www.nhregister.com/news/article/west-haven-buckle-mixed-use-project-extension-20782588.php

Shelton Lifts Stop-Work Order on Hotel, Restaurants and Retail Project

The City of Shelton has lifted a stop-work order on a major mixed-use development project featuring hotel, restaurant, and retail components. The decision allows construction to resume on the Bridgeport Avenue project after addressing regulatory compliance issues, moving forward with plans to bring new hospitality and commercial services to the area. Source: ctinsider.com

Shelton Lifts Stop-Work Order on Hotel, Restaurants and Retail Project
https://www.ctinsider.com/news/article/shelton-bridgeport-avenue-retail-hotel-project-20807215.php

Developer Proposes Apartments, Offices for Norwalk Site

A development team has submitted proposals for a mixed-use project in Norwalk combining residential apartments and office space. The Water Street area project represents part of ongoing efforts to increase housing density and commercial development in the city's core areas, contributing to urban revitalization goals. Source: thehour.com

Developer Proposes Apartments, Offices for Norwalk Site
https://www.thehour.com/news/article/norwalk-water-street-housing-offices-development-20402584.php

Toll Brothers Debuts 393-unit Apt Building in Norwalk (Subscrp)

Toll Brothers has opened a six-story, 393-unit apartment building in Norwalk, marking a significant addition to the area's housing stock. The new residential development addresses growing demand for multi-family housing in Fairfield County.

Toll Brothers Debuts 393-unit Apt Building in Norwalk (Subscrp)
https://hartfordbusiness.com/article/toll-brothers-debuts-six-story-393-unit-apartment-building-in-norwalk/

CT AG Tong Sues Administration Over Proposed Cuts to State Energy Programs

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong joined 18 other states and the District of Columbia in suing to block the U.S. Department of Energy from imposing new funding caps that would slash federal support for vital state-run energy programs. The lawsuit aims to protect Connecticut's energy assistance and efficiency programs from proposed federal cuts. Source: msn.com

CT AG Tong Sues Administration Over Proposed Cuts to State Energy Programs
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/connecticut-attorney-general-tong-sues-trump-doe-over-proposed-cuts-to-state-energy-programs/ar-AA1KEEM6

CT Delegation Seeks $67M in Earmarks Amid Funding Uncertainty

Connecticut's five-member congressional delegation is seeking $67 million in federal earmarks for nearly 70 recipients across the state. The funding requests span all corners of Connecticut, with the state's biggest cities historically benefiting greatly from these congressionally directed spending programs for infrastructure, transportation, education and social services. Source: ctmirror.org

CT Delegation Seeks $67M in Earmarks Amid Funding Uncertainty
https://ctmirror.org/2025/08/19/ct-federal-earmarks/

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