AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoUnderage Gambling: Connecticut’s consumer protection outreach warns that even small bets can spiral. In CT, you must be 18+ for lottery, keno/high-stakes bingo, and entry-fee fantasy/off-track betting; 21+ for sports betting and casino games. Parents are urged to watch for early gambling—high schoolers report it, and starting before 12 is linked to much higher later risk. Healthcare & Small Business: A look at how prevention, longevity, and lifestyle are reshaping careers and startups in functional/integrative health, wellness coaching, home care, and related services. Immigration & Community Safety: Danbury residents packed the streets after ICE arrests, including claims of detentions at businesses and even school bus stops; Sen. Blumenthal faced an ICE response after a public forum. Trans Youth Healthcare: Connecticut lawmakers are pushing for details on a Connecticut Children’s agreement with the Trump administration, while CT AGs and coalitions challenge federal moves targeting Medicaid/CHIP coverage for gender-affirming care. Schools & Support Staff: Comptroller Scanlon and Gov. Lamont announced $10 million more for paraeducator healthcare assistance. Arts & Local Culture: The (New) New Haven Advocate returns as an arts-and-culture quarterly, revived by former staff. Business/Community Growth: Anonymous Alerts opened a new Stamford HQ to expand school safety and emergency communications.
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