Operation Fuel to Receive $2.5 Million in Agreement with NU

As a result of discussions with the Attorney General, Northeast Utilities, CL&P’s parent company, has agreed to make a $2.5 million donation to Operation Fuel – a donation of historic significance to a crucial and financially strained assistance program.

Save the Date: Homeowner's Mortgage Assistant Event - Conference Center at CoCo Key in Waterbury

A free, mortgage-assistance event for homeowners who need information or help with loan modifications, foreclosure prevention, state and federal assistance programs and other lending-related issues will be held Thursday, October 9, 2014 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Conference Center at CoCo Key, 3580 East Main Street, in Waterbury, Connecticut. Free parking is available for attendees.

Save The Date - Free Homeowners Mortgage Assistance Event in Trumbull

A free, mortgage-assistance event for homeowners who need information or help with loan modifications, foreclosure prevention, state and federal assistance programs and other lending-related issues will be held Friday, May 30, 2014 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Trumbull Marriott, 180 Hawley Lane, Trumbull, Connecticut. Free parking is available.

State Joins National Settlement with Shire Pharmaceuticals

Attorney General George Jepsen, Chief State’s Attorney Kevin T. Kane and state Department of Social Services (DSS) Commissioner Roderick L. Bremby announced today that Connecticut has joined a federal-state settlement with Shire Pharmaceuticals, LLC to resolve allegations that the company inappropriately marketed Adderall XR, Vyvanse, Daytrona, Lialda and Pentasa for conditions not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Proposed Legislation Would Create New Consumer Protections in Electric Supplier Market

A package of legislative proposals detailed by Governor Dannel P. Malloy, Attorney General George Jepsen, Consumer Counsel Elin Swanson Katz and Senate President Pro Tempore Donald E. Williams, Jr. (D-Brooklyn) today would seek to address the growing number of consumer complaints about spiking prices, deceptive practices and lack of disclosure about rates and contract terms in Connecticut’s electric supplier market.

Statement from AG Jepsen on PURA Draft Interim Decision on Electric Suppliers

"PURA can and should immediately enforce these reforms to benefit Connecticut's electric consumers."

Safety Advocates, Attorney General, DMV, DOT Urge Parents to Discuss Safety Habits with Teens Behind the Wheel

Parents continue to be the chief influence on young drivers' attitudes toward safety behind the wheel, said leading Connecticut safety advocates as the state marks National Teen Safe Driver Week, which runs through Saturday (Oct. 19-25). They are urging parents to talk to their teens this week about key ways to keep safe.

Statement from AG Jepsen on PURA Draft Decision on CL&P Distribution Rate Application

"All CL&P customers will still experience a significant increase in their rates as a result of this decision, and I anticipate filling additional comments with PURA prior to its final decision later this month, as I believe these further reductions, and possibly additional reductions, are appropriate."

Statement from AG Jepsen on Contingent Settlement with Apple in eBooks Price-fixing Case

"This settlement – contingent on the outcome of Apple's appeal – represents a fair and equitable effort by all parties to resolve this litigation."

Statement from AG Jepsen on Governor Signing HB 5337 "An Act Concerning Fees Charged for Services Provided at Hospital-based Facilities"

Attorney General George Jepsen today applauded the Governor for signing legislation the Attorney General authored seeking greater disclosure to patients of hospital facility fees.

Statement from Gov. Malloy, Attorney General Jepsen & Congressional Delegation on the Obama Administration’s Proposed Changes to New Tribal Recognition Rules

"We appreciate the Obama Administration’s willingness to engage in a discussion of the concerns we have raised over the past nine months, and its latest revisions are a step in the right direction. However, we believe additional changes and clarifications are necessary to ensure that Connecticut’s interests are protected, and we will continue to work for their inclusion.”

Statement from Attorney General Jepsen on Tenet Announcement on Pending Hospital Acquisitions in Connecticut

"I am proud of the efforts of my staff over the past few years, working within our limited authority to ensure that charitable assets are preserved, and I am disappointed that we have landed at this juncture today."

Statement from Attorney General Jepsen on CL&P's Intent to File for Electric Rate Increase

“Connecticut’s electric rates remain extremely high. Any and every proposal to increase those rates must be thoroughly scrutinized."

Statement from AG Jepsen on Election to NAAG Leadership Position

"Attorneys general around the country truly demonstrate just how much can be accomplished by working together on a bipartisan basis on behalf of our states and our constituents."

State Officials Encourage Public to Attend Mortgage Assistance Event

Connecticut’s homeowners who are experiencing trouble paying their mortgage have another opportunity to explore loan modification and foreclosure prevention options with their lenders at a day-long, state-sponsored forum on Friday, May 30, 2014, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Trumbull Marriott in Trumbull, CT. Free parking will be available for attendees.