It was an honor to join my colleagues on Wednesday at the State Capitol as we officially began a new legislative session. There was a strong sense of camaraderie as we came together with a shared commitment to passing meaningful legislation that strengthens Connecticut and supports our communities. We will work diligently to turn those priorities into action over the coming months.
| Governor Ned Lamont delivered his State of the State Address on Wednesday, outlining his budget proposal, but it’s important to remember the legislature also gets a turn to craft its own. |
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| From the House Chamber, the governor highlighted Connecticut's continued fiscal responsibility, including progress in paying down long-term pension debt and maintaining a strong financial foundation. |
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| On Thursday, I joined the General Assembly in approving legislation to continue using the Emergency State Response Reserve through the end of the 2027 fiscal year. We passed the bipartisan $500 million fund, created during a special session, to help offset federal cuts to vital services, such as health and child care, that protect our most vulnerable residents. So far, the state has allocated more than $185 million to backfill unexpected cuts from Washington. |
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Remember, there are resources available to follow along and make your voice heard. Here's how you can stay connected and actively participate:
- Read summaries of bills from nonpartisan and unbiased researchers from the Office of Legislative Research
- View the Connecticut General Assembly's upcoming events on its schedule
- Follow CT-N for live coverage of meetings, House floor debates, and more
- Click here to register to monitor any bill's journey in the legislative process
- Click here for information on how to testify on a bill at a public hearing.
These resources ensure that you are an active participant in our democracy.
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