These new Connecticut laws go into effect Oct. 1 [Video]

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Each year, the arrival of autumn brings with it new laws that go into effect throughout Connecticut. This year, legislation concerning everything from police working dogs to disabled veterans becomes the law of the land starting on Oct. 1.

SNAP increases – and changes to who qualifies – take effect Oct. 1

Privacy protections for children online

Oct. 1 marks the implementation of major provisions of a sweeping privacy law passed by the legislature last year.

One provision of the 2023 law requires websites to provide privacy controls intended to protect children’s data and prohibits the storage of children’s data for the purpose of targeted ads.

Home health aides will have added personal security

The death of Joyce Grayson, a visiting nurse killed in October 2023 in Willimantic, prompted a push for greater protections for nurses and home health care workers.c

Home health aides will have added personal security and receive better training. The new law requireshome health agencies to collect …