Lamont says CT state worker retirement 'tsunami' was milder than feared
Governor says state agencies are well-positioned to deliver services. Unions disagree.
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Governor says state agencies are well-positioned to deliver services. Unions disagree.
Will $30 million be enough to cover all front line workers?
Not long after the coronavirus struck Connecticut more than two years ago, many state officials pledged the state would financially recognize those who risked their lives to maintain essential services. But labor advocates are predicting the $30 million “premium pay” program the General Assembly and Gov. Ned Lamont will launch next month for essential private-sector workers is far too modest. Planned payments, ranging from $200 to $1,000 per worker, may have to be proportionally reduced based on demand.
Labor advocates are predicting the $30 million “premium pay” program the General Assembly and Gov. Ned Lamont will launch next month for essential private-sector workers is far too modest
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