Governor Lamont will soon issue his budget plan. This annual plan sets out an agenda for the state Legislature, containing policies that the governor wants to see enacted.

If you would like him to consider eliminating flavored e-cigarettes, you can tell him by sending a quick email.

Pictured above are examples from one of the My Friend Abby Peer Project Grant recipients. This young adult, who is a middle school teacher in Norwalk, her entire class journaling about their mental health in their classroom everyday.

She said, “my students crave emotional connections and I make it a point for them to always feel calm and comfortable in the classroom. Journaling and exchanging cards provides an amazing daily outlet.”

Nominated for five Emmy Awards, the video is narrated by a diverse group of young adults whose personal true-life stories are mirror images of topics that impact every person who watches the film.

CT Clearinghouse wants to let all Local Prevention Councils know that they can order a number of materials for tobacco retailers from the Clearinghouse. Materials available include Notice of Law signs, “Under 30? We ID” door decals and cash register stickers, and promotional items (e.g., We ID face masks, We ID buttons, and pens). There is also an online training that explains the Tobacco 21 Law. Visit the Tobacco Merchant Information webpage to learn more or call CT Clearinghouse at 1.800.232.4424 to order materials.

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