WEEKLY UPDATE:

October 23, 2025


Connecticut State Leaders Advocate for Healthcare Protections Amid Federal Government Shutdown

As the federal government shutdown enters its fourth week, Connecticut officials and state leaders continue to advocate for Congress to reach a resolution that protects Americans from soaring healthcare costs.  […]

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H-1B Visa Program: Updated Guidance on Fee Applicability

This week, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released updated guidance on the new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas announced by the Trump administration last month.  The H-1B work visa allows […]

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State Agencies Jointly Release New Guide for Navigating Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care

The Connecticut Departments of Public Health (DPH) and Aging and Disability Services (ADS) have released a guide with resources to support Connecticut residents who are caregivers of someone living with […]

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CHA Regulatory Compliance Conference Examines Impacts of New Legislation, Artificial Intelligence

On October 21, the Connecticut Hospital Association (CHA) hosted its annual Regulatory Compliance Conference in Wallingford — offering a focused lineup of speakers, timely content, and actionable insights for hospital […]

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Webinars To Promote Safe Infant Sleep and Resources on Pregnancy and Infant Loss

In recognition of October’s designation as Safe Sleep/Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) and Pregnancy and Infant Loss Month, the National Institute for Children’s Health Quality (NICHQ) is hosting a three-part […]

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Education

Emotional Intelligence and Its Impact in the Workplace Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Virtual Research indicates that emotional intelligence (EQ) is an essential leadership competency and a critical […]

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