By Barbara Heimlich
Editor
Source: State of Connecticut
Connecticut municipalities, businesses and nonprofits that have been affected by recent actions of the federal government are being encouraged to report the impact to the state through an online reporting tool at:
https://www.appsvcs.opm.ct.gov/FedImpact
The information will be compiled into a central database to provide policymakers with a better understanding of how the directives are affecting various groups, regions and economic sectors, according to Gov. Ned Lamont’s office.
“State government has an important responsibility in responding to any crisis that is happening within our borders, and this reporting tool is intended to shed a light on how these changes from the federal government are affecting people who live, work, and learn in Connecticut,” Lamont said. “Submitting this data is purely voluntary, but I think everyone understands the importance of sharing this information so that we can better understand what exactly is happening and formulate a response on the state and local levels.”
Users will need to create a login and then will be prompted with a series of questions to report any impacts they may be experiencing. Examples of items that are encouraged to be reported include pauses, cancellations, and reductions in federal funding, reductions in employment, and impacts from tariffs. The information collected will be shared with the relevant state agencies, which will utilize this data to help inform the state’s response as these directives from the federal government continue to be made.
“Federal policies are shifting every day, and we are constantly assessing what this means for our state,” Comptroller Sean Scanlon said. “We’re asking the public to use this new reporting tool to ensure we have the most accurate and up-to-date information on the impact that funding cuts and freezes are having on Connecticut.”
Treasurer Erick Russell said the consequences and impact of slashed federal funding are being felt every day,
“The reporting system unveiled today not only shines a light on the true scope of the damage being done to our economy and our people, but it provides real-time information that allows us to push back, to demand accountability, and to fight for the resources we all deserve,” Russell said.
Any information submitted through this reporting tool should be considered public information and may be released by the state to interested parties, state officials said. The reports are only for information purposes and the state makes no commitment to taking action in response to any situation.
