Ned Lamont

State Rep. Josh Elliott is challenging Gov. Ned Lamont during the Democratic gubernatorial primary in CT. The news covers topics related to platforms and potential endorsements.

Connecticut Democrats are facing a primary challenge to U.S. Rep. John Larson, who has represented the 1st Congressional District since 1999. His challenger, Luke Bronin, argues that the party should embrace generational change, while Larson defends his long tenure by emphasizing experience and calling out President Donald Trump's disregard for the rule of law. The state also features other races, including a primary for governor between Ned Lamont and Josh Elliott.

Several states have enacted laws to limit surveillance pricing, which involves using a customer’s personal data to set individualized prices on goods and services. Three states—Connecticut, Maryland, and New Jersey—were among the first to pass these restrictions, though they cover different retailers and exceptions. The legislation has met with opposition from business groups concerned that the rules are overly broad and could interfere with existing discount programs.

Connecticut, Maryland, and New Jersey have enacted laws to restrict surveillance pricing, which uses personal data to set individualized prices. The laws vary in coverage, exceptions like loyalty programs, and enforcement mechanisms, with Maryland’s law effective October 1 and New Jersey’s imposing a moratorium on new electronic shelf labels.

Connecticut, Maryland, and New Jersey have enacted laws to restrict companies from using personal data for surveillance pricing, a practice that sets individualized prices for goods and services. The laws vary in scope, with exceptions for loyalty programs and supply-based pricing, but face opposition from business groups concerned about overreach. At least 11 other states considered similar legislation.

Three states—Connecticut, Maryland, and New Jersey—have enacted laws to restrict 'surveillance pricing,' which uses personal data like browsing history to set individualized prices. The laws vary in scope, with exceptions for loyalty programs, subscription pricing, and cost-based differences. Business groups have opposed similar legislation in 11 other states, arguing it could harm discounts and compliance costs.

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, a Democrat, signed a new solar law that extends renewable energy incentives, introduces a community solar program, authorizes plug-in solar, and mandates automated residential solar permitting.

The U.S. Justice Department sued Connecticut and New Haven over sanctuary policies, alleging they violate federal immigration laws. Defendants include state officials Ned Lamont and William Tong, and New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker, who deny wrongdoing and claim their policies are legal.