Biennial Budget Puts People First

June 9, 2025



 

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Dear Neighbor,
 

I hope this message finds you and your family well! Last Wednesday, June 4th, the House of Representatives legislative session adjourned. It was an exciting and busy session at the Capitol, during which we passed many great bills. It has been an honor to serve as your state representative. With your support, I was proud to play a part in passing bills aimed at improving healthcare, protecting our environment, improving our state's education programs, and more. 

While we are out of session, I am still here for you and your family. Please reach out to me anytime with questions and concerns, and keep advocating for the issues that matter most to you. 
 

Biennial Budget Puts People First 

As the CT Mirror’s budget reporter recently pointed out: “The state House of Representatives adopted a $55.8 billion two-year budget... that invests in child care and K-12 education, provides a $250 tax cut to working poor families...” 

Tax relief for working families; investing in education and special education; transformative funding for childcare and early childhood education; and standing up for nonprofit service providers are the pillars of the next state budget.

The budget we passed, along with the Senate, reflects shared values, marked by historic investments in children through expanded funding for special education and childcare.

It strengthens support for working families and ensures that the essential work of nonprofits is both valued and financially supported. These organizations are on the frontlines every day, serving our most vulnerable neighbors. This budget affirms and reinforces their vital role in building a stronger, more inclusive community for all. 

The budget also includes over $151 million for New Britain. This is a total increase of $9.7 million in FY 26 and $9.8 million in FY 27, both including $8.6 million in increased education funding. The funding for New Britain will support infrastructure, education, economic development, and services for residents. 

This budget stands up for:

HISTORIC NEW FUNDING FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION

  • $40 million for Excess Cost Grant in each of the next two years
  • $30 million for Special Education Expansion and Development (SEED) grant program
  • $20 million in bonding to expand and upgrade special education facilities
  • $10 million in bonding for capital development
  • $10 million for Governor's Incentive District Grant
  • Hold harmless funding for Education Cost Sharing, so no school district sees a cut

CHILDCARE

  • Investing in trust to provide sustainable funding for new childcare programs
  • Funding for direct healthcare of our children through DSS Medicaid

NONPROFIT PROVIDERS

  • Access to better health care and nonprofit community providers
  • $150 million for group homes and nursing homes
  • More than $60 million in Medicaid rate increases, which will benefit nonprofit providers 

TAX RELIEF FOR WORKING FAMILIES

  • Targeted, meaningful relief and long-term support for working families
  • Refundable tax credit of $250 through the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) framework
  • $500 refundable tax credit for home daycare owners that recognizes and sustains the vital care workforce
  • Tax credit for employers who contribute to their employees' CHET accounts

This is a budget that works for the people — one that safeguards essential services, uplifts communities, and lays the foundation for a future where every resident is supported and protected.
 

End of Session Town Hall

I would like to invite you all to join me and members of the New Britain Delegation for an End of Session Town Hall on Monday, June 16th, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. We will discuss legislation from the 2025 session, including ways New Britain will benefit. I hope to see you all there! 
 

Sincerely,

Robert Sanchez
State Representative

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