Brian & Company 6/10/25

Female Research Scientist with Bioengineer Working on a Personal Computer with Screen Showing Virus Analysis Software
Female Research Scientist with Bioengineer Working on a Personal Computer with Screen Showing Virus Analysis Software Photo credit Getty Images

FML CPAs partner Bill Claffey published an article in the Courant last week about how expanding this tax credit is good for the biotech industry, innovation and entrepreneurship in the state. He calls to talk about it.

Erik Semmel from TAB Computer Systems and Computer Talk With TAB calls in to discuss the latest in the tech world.

Chris Keating from the Hartford Courant wraps up the Session and wonders why the constituents seem to wait to the last second to get everything done.

Brian Shactman discussed the ongoing protests in Los Angeles, expressing discomfort over the deployment of Marines. He announced a live event in Prospect, Connecticut, on Friday. An op-ed suggested moving the Connecticut Sun to Hartford, highlighting the need for significant investment. The Boston Red Sox lost to the Tampa Bay Rays, 10-8. The Florida Panthers lead the Stanley Cup Finals 2-1. A controversial housing bill in Connecticut may prompt a special session. A newborn died after being found with his mother, who remains hospitalized. President Trump is deploying 2,000 more National Guard troops to LA. FML CPAs partner Bill Claffey published an article in the Courant last week about how expanding this tax credit is good for the biotech industry, innovation and entrepreneurship in the state. Additionally, Erik Semmel calls in for our weekly Tech Talk segment and the conversation touched on the impact of AI on news organizations and the potential for drone deliveries by Walmart. Chris Keating joins in and talks about the legislative session concluding with a controversial housing bill, which Governor Lamont may veto due to concerns over zoning rules. The session also saw the failure of several key bills, including homeschooling regulations and a measure for unemployment compensation for striking workers.

Featured Image Photo Credit: Photo credit Getty Images