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Some Budget Documents Released, But Not All Click on budget document in the text.
2017 CT State Budget:
Department-By-Department Breakdown
How Much Municipal Aid Will Your Town
Get With New Budget?
Politics
CT GOP backs Carter for Senate, denies Wolf primary margin (R) Congressional Candidates; Dem (D) Candidates same incumbents.
Ten Republicans and nine Democrats have announced they will not seek re-election to the House. Two senators, Democrat Andrew Maynard and Republican Clark Chapin, also are retiring.
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District
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Incumbent
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Party
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Previously Held
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First elected
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2
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Dan Carter
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Republican
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Democrat
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2010
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14
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William
Aman
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Republican
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Democrat
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2004
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37
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Ed Jutila
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Democrat
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Democrat
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2004
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45
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Paul
Brycki
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Democrat
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Democrat
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2014
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50
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Mike
Alberts
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Republican
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Democrat
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2004
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55
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Gayle
Mulligan
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Republican
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Republican
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2014
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56
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Claire
Janowski
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Democrat
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Democrat
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2000
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59
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David
Kiner
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Democrat
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Democrat
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2010
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60
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Peggy
Sayers
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Democrat
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Democrat
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1998
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64
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Roberta
Willis
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Democrat
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Republican
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2000
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66
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Craig
Miner
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Republican
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Republican
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2000
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67
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Cecilia
Buck-Taylor
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Republican
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Republican
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2012
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74
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Selim
Noujaim
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Republican
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Democrat
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2002
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79
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Frank
Nicastro
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Democrat
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Democrat
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2006
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90
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Mary Fritz
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Democrat
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Republican
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1983
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97
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Robert W.
Megna
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Democrat
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Republican
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2000
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103
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Al
Adinolfi
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Republican
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Democrat
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1998
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135
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John
Shaban
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Republican
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Republican
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2010
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138
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Janice
Giegler
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Republican
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Democrat
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2002
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Shocking: The Lunacy of Connecticut’s Gun Confiscation Law This years bill HB 5054.
CT Democrats Pass Gun Confiscation
Legislation!
RED ALERT: Governor To Sign Firearm
Confiscation Bill… Is This Your State? -
Amid record gun sales over the past
few years, nearly 25,000 jobs have been created in the gun industry to
help meet demand.
April Capped a Record-Setting Year for Gun Purchases
Background
Check-Loving Media Gags on Its Own Medicine Thanks to New Obama Directive
Connecticut city sees surge in pistol permit applications
Connecticut city sees surge in pistol permit applications
Opinion: DOD Program 1033 Is a Serious Threat to Our Freedom
Voters Do Not Support Lawsuits Against Firearms Makers or Retailers Finds Poll
Sandy Hook Lawsuit Is A Political Stunt
Introducing The Pork Infused Bullet GUARANTEED To Ruin Any Jihadist’s Day
HUNTING
Anti-Hunting Interests Crash and Burn in the European Union Cecil's Law Loses
What Africans Say About Non-Africans Imposing Hunting Bans, Trophy Shipment Bans and Trophy Import Bans
MISC::
Opossums: The Unsung Heroes Against Lyme Disease And Other Tick-Borne Diseases
Skunk "a degrading form of abuse" Or an alternative to rubber bullets?
HELP WANTED: Traditions Customer Service Position Position Title: Customer Service Representative
Reporting to: Customer Service Manager Chris Gosselin 860-388-4656 x207 chris@traditionsfirearms.com
Position Summary:
The primary responsibilities of this full time position are to handle consumer calls and provide the best service experience possible to each customer. Customer interactions via phone, e-mail or in person will be required.
Position Qualifications:
A minimum of 1 year experience in customer service. Have good communication, time management, and organization skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred. Experience with MAS a plus but not required. Must be familiar with firearms and have successfully completed a firearms safety training course.
Principle Duties:
- Receiving, placing and following up on customer service calls. Excellent communication skills are essential.
- Performs data entry and uses software programs.
- Maintaining solid customer relationships by handling questions and concerns with speed, efficiency, and professionalism.
- Research skills required to trouble shoot customer questions.
- Assisting customers in retail store.
- Minor parts kits assembly.
EVENTS
“Bear Hunt (Guided) for TWO” Raffle Mountain View Sporting Camp – Portage, Maine
Tickets are going fast!!! Get yours NOW!!! Quantities are limited!!! CT Trappers Association
****Lodging, meals and licenses not included. Dates: Arrive Sunday, Sept. 4th – Hunt dates: September 5th – 11th, 2016 Winner to be announced May 1st, 2016 Proceeds support the fight to keep our trapping heritage!
Maine Non- Resident License Fee Info:Firearms $115 Bow $75 Crossbow $56 Bear Permit: $74
**Must have proof of a hunter safety course completion or a signed affidavit. ***To obtain tickets send check or money order for the amount per ticket to: Connecticut Trappers Association, Inc. Wallingford, CT 06492
May 14th Saturday NRA Dinner at Holiday Inn 110 Laura Ave, Norwich. Doors open at 5:30 PM. Price is $55. Buffet dinner, three main courses.
May 14th, 2016 Saturday Eastern CT Chapter of Ducks Unlimited 11th Annual Dinner/ Auction at Mystic Hilton 20 Coogan Blvd Mystic. Door Prizes, Raffles, Special Raffles, Silent Auction & Live Auction. Many, many gun raffles. TICKET PRICES: $75.00 (Single – includes membership) $115.00 (Couple) Seating is limited, so get your tickets early!
2016 Nutmeg State Games!! Nutmeg State Games Shooting Competition:
- Location: Blue Trail Range, Wallingford, - Coordinator: Deb Lyman
- Dates & Events Offered: Air Rifle - June 9th and 10th; 3-Position - June 11th; Prone - June 12th-
Age Groups: Sub-Junior, Inter-Junior, Junior, Open, Inter-Senior, Senior. -Entry Fee: $30.00
PRE-Registration Deadline: Fri., June 3rd. -Onsite Registration will be available each day of the tournament
Contact Information - Phone #: (860) 788-7041 - Email: nutmeg@nutmegstategames.org
June 4, 2016 Celebration of Life for George Perry Finch at 1:00 P.M. at the Mystic Rod and Gun Club, 44 Gun Club Road, (off Rt 201) Stonington CT 06378. In Memory of Life, March 2, 1936 - January 30, 2016. Anyone familiar with George knew his passion for hunting, fishing, trapping and the outdoors. Please join us in this Celebration of Life to share stories, memories, and laughter as George wished that we would remember him.
DEEP will be hosting two Connecticut Hunting & Fishing Day events this year in celebration of Connecticut’s 150 years of natural resource conservation. The first event will be held at Franklin Wildlife Management Area in Franklin on Saturday, September 10, 2016 and the second at Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area in Burlington on Saturday, September 24, 2016. Both events will run from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.. We have had as many as 1,500 people, attending in past years. The two events will offer activities for all ages, including target shooting, 3-D archery, casting pools, field dog demonstrations, and interesting programs and workshops about hunting and fishing. Attendees have the opportunity to speak face-to-face with DEEP staff from the Divisions of Wildlife, Inland and Marine Fisheries, Law Enforcement, Boating, and Forestry, as well as with representatives from many conservation, hunting, and fishing organizations.
This is a great opportunity for your organization/club to promote your activities and share your passion for Connecticut’s natural resources. Space is available on a first-come, first-serve basis for organizations/clubs to set up exhibits. If you are interested in having your organization set up an exhibit at the event, please contact Laurie Fortin at 860-424-3963 or at laurie.fortin@ct.gov. Laurie will send you an application and confirm that space for your club is available. Whether your organization/club exhibits at the event or not, please mark the date and come with your family and friends. We would appreciate it if you informed the members of your organization about this fun and FREE event. Please check the DEEP website (www.ct.gov/deep/HuntFishDay) as September 10th and 24th approaches to find out more details, including a list of activities and participating groups, directions, parking and more. Included in this letter is a poster that you can hang up in your facility or use to make copies for your members.
October 1st, 2016 "Take A Vet" Fishing Event at Bozrah Rod & Gun Club
79 Santa Anna Rd, Lebanon
Our mailing address is:
“Bear Hunt (Guided) for TWO” Raffle Mountain View Sporting Camp – Portage, Maine
Tickets are going fast!!! Get yours NOW!!! Quantities are limited!!! CT Trappers Association
****Lodging, meals and licenses not included. Dates: Arrive Sunday, Sept. 4th – Hunt dates: September 5th – 11th, 2016 Winner to be announced May 1st, 2016 Proceeds support the fight to keep our trapping heritage!
Maine Non- Resident License Fee Info:Firearms $115 Bow $75 Crossbow $56 Bear Permit: $74
**Must have proof of a hunter safety course completion or a signed affidavit. ***To obtain tickets send check or money order for the amount per ticket to: Connecticut Trappers Association, Inc. Wallingford, CT 06492
May 14th Saturday NRA Dinner at Holiday Inn 110 Laura Ave, Norwich. Doors open at 5:30 PM. Price is $55. Buffet dinner, three main courses.
May 14th, 2016 Saturday Eastern CT Chapter of Ducks Unlimited 11th Annual Dinner/ Auction at Mystic Hilton 20 Coogan Blvd Mystic. Door Prizes, Raffles, Special Raffles, Silent Auction & Live Auction. Many, many gun raffles. TICKET PRICES: $75.00 (Single – includes membership) $115.00 (Couple) Seating is limited, so get your tickets early!
2016 Nutmeg State Games!! Nutmeg State Games Shooting Competition:
- Location: Blue Trail Range, Wallingford, - Coordinator: Deb Lyman
- Dates & Events Offered: Air Rifle - June 9th and 10th; 3-Position - June 11th; Prone - June 12th-
Age Groups: Sub-Junior, Inter-Junior, Junior, Open, Inter-Senior, Senior. -Entry Fee: $30.00
PRE-Registration Deadline: Fri., June 3rd. -Onsite Registration will be available each day of the tournament
Contact Information - Phone #: (860) 788-7041 - Email: nutmeg@nutmegstategames.org
June 4, 2016 Celebration of Life for George Perry Finch at 1:00 P.M. at the Mystic Rod and Gun Club, 44 Gun Club Road, (off Rt 201) Stonington CT 06378. In Memory of Life, March 2, 1936 - January 30, 2016. Anyone familiar with George knew his passion for hunting, fishing, trapping and the outdoors. Please join us in this Celebration of Life to share stories, memories, and laughter as George wished that we would remember him.
DEEP will be hosting two Connecticut Hunting & Fishing Day events this year in celebration of Connecticut’s 150 years of natural resource conservation. The first event will be held at Franklin Wildlife Management Area in Franklin on Saturday, September 10, 2016 and the second at Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area in Burlington on Saturday, September 24, 2016. Both events will run from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.. We have had as many as 1,500 people, attending in past years. The two events will offer activities for all ages, including target shooting, 3-D archery, casting pools, field dog demonstrations, and interesting programs and workshops about hunting and fishing. Attendees have the opportunity to speak face-to-face with DEEP staff from the Divisions of Wildlife, Inland and Marine Fisheries, Law Enforcement, Boating, and Forestry, as well as with representatives from many conservation, hunting, and fishing organizations.
This is a great opportunity for your organization/club to promote your activities and share your passion for Connecticut’s natural resources. Space is available on a first-come, first-serve basis for organizations/clubs to set up exhibits. If you are interested in having your organization set up an exhibit at the event, please contact Laurie Fortin at 860-424-3963 or at laurie.fortin@ct.gov. Laurie will send you an application and confirm that space for your club is available. Whether your organization/club exhibits at the event or not, please mark the date and come with your family and friends. We would appreciate it if you informed the members of your organization about this fun and FREE event. Please check the DEEP website (www.ct.gov/deep/HuntFishDay) as September 10th and 24th approaches to find out more details, including a list of activities and participating groups, directions, parking and more. Included in this letter is a poster that you can hang up in your facility or use to make copies for your members.
October 1st, 2016 "Take A Vet" Fishing Event at Bozrah Rod & Gun Club
79 Santa Anna Rd, Lebanon
Our mailing address is:
Coalition
of Connecticut
Sportsmen
P.O. Box 2506
Hartford,
CT 06146
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