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CT Covid-19 Knowledge Base

• I need a face mask. Where can I buy one? Can I make one at home?

  4/20/2020

  The CDC has provided a helpful video on how to make your own protective face covering at home.

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• When will the Presidential Primary be held?

  4/18/2020

  The Coronavirus emergency has required a change to the date that the Presidential Primary is held in Connecticut

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• I'm a resident of a nursing home. What happens if I get sick? Will I be moved from my room or transferred to a Covid Recovery Facility?

  4/18/2020

  How to approach illness in a nursing home and what to do if a client needs to transfer

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• I need to recertify for the Homeowners’ Elderly / Disable Circuit Breaker Tax Relief Program. Am I still able to do so?

  4/8/2020

  Governor Lamont has suspended the reapplication filing requirement for the Homeowners’ Elderly/Disabled Circuit Breaker Tax Relief Program and for the Homeowners’ Elderly/Disabled Freeze Tax Relief Program. Taxpayers who were granted the benefit in 2017 will automatically maintain their benefit for the next biennial cycle ending in Grand List year 2021.

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• I need to work from home during the emergency Coronavirus restrictions, but I am worried about being able to pay my internet bill. Will it be shut off?

  4/8/2020

  No, virtually every internet provider in Connecticut has pledged to not terminate service and to waive any late fees for both residential and small business customers.

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• Do I still have to file my federal taxes by April 15, 2020?

  4/8/2020

  Income tax payment deadlines for individual returns, with a due date of April 15, 2020, are being automatically extended until July 15, 2020, for up to $1 million of their 2019 tax due.

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• My relative is in a psychiatric hospital. Can I visit them during the state’s COVID-19 emergency response?

  4/7/2020

  All facilities that are operated by the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services have imposed a complete ban on all visitors to such facilities for a period of 30 days.

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• Will my child still be able to graduate school on time?

  4/7/2020

  The Commissioner of Education has received the authority to temporarily waive any requirements he deems necessary to address the impact of COVID-19 and school class cancellations. Please check with your local school system for specific information.

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• I have some crucial needs I need to take care of with my town / county government. How do I get a vital record or handle budget / taxation needs during the emergency COVID-19 response?

  4/7/2020

  In March, Governor Lamont issued Executive Orders 7I, 7L, and 7S, which affects municipal processes.

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• Now that schools are closed, what resources are available for at-home learning for my child?

  4/7/2020

  First, please check with your child’s teacher, with your school district, and with your local public library.

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