Henry Genga

After the state House of Representatives met Oct. 3 to consider overriding the veto of the GOP-backed budget, the Republicans refused to call the question for a vote. Now, it is time for us to work together and compromise with the governor and the Republicans to reach a bipartisan agreement on a final budget. To move Connecticut forward, we need to adopt a spending package that invests in our workforce, makes long-term structural changes, and provides municipalities with additional budget flexibility.

Gov. Malloy says he’s prepared to make compromises, but the GOP budget is unacceptable because it raises taxes, defunds pensions and takes money away from the state university system.

Under the Republican budget’s education formula, the rich get richer and schools with the most needs foot the bill.

The General Assembly's Legislative Internship Program is now accepting applications for Spring 2018.

Veterans have made incredible sacrifices for our country, and many continue to give back long after their military service has ended. There are several upcoming events for veterans including a Stand Down event, POW/MIA ceremony and the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame.

The state House of Representatives took a significant step toward solving the state’s fiscal crisis by securing a crucial piece of the budget puzzle – ratifying a concessions deal that is expected to save taxpayers $1.5 billion over the next two years.

The House has passed House Joint Resolution 100, which calls for a statewide referendum asking voters to amend the State Constitution to ensure that money in the Special Transportation Fund is in a "lock box" and can be spent only on the state's transportation needs.

House Bill 7052, a far-ranging bill which continues efforts to address opioid addiction, has passed the House.