Government & Politics
New State Laws Just Took Effect: A List with Summaries
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Among the new Connecticut laws that took effect on Jan. 1 are changes to domestic violence law targeting the “dominant aggressor,” new insurance rules to make breast exams less expensive for patients and rules that would make it easier for a woman without insurance to get it after getting pregnant. “These new laws may have an impact on you, your business, or our community,” state Rep. Terrie Wood, a Republican representing most of Darien, said in an email to constituents. “I have highlighted some noteworthy new laws below and encourage you to take a look at the full list,” Wood wrote (Darienite has included the full list, below). “Please contact me with any questions or clarifications regarding these new laws.