Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has signed into law Public Act 26-12 - a comprehensive, omnibus bill approved by the Connecticut General Assembly this session with overwhelming, bipartisan support and developed with the assistance of his administration containing several provisions aimed at protecting and enhancing workers' rights.

Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut Office of Higher Education Commissioner Timothy D. Larson today announced that Serve Connecticut (also known as the Connecticut Commission on Community Service) is offering a series of virtual recruitment information sessions throughout the month of May to provide Connecticut residents with an opportunity to learn more about serving as an AmeriCorps member and making a meaningful impact in their communities.

Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the Gold Star Memorial Bridge rehabilitation project is entering its next phase, with major work beginning on the northbound span of this critical I-95 crossing over the Thames River between New London and Groton.

Governor Ned Lamont today released a document containing a town-by-town breakdown of the increase in state funding that every school district and municipality in Connecticut will receive from the fiscal year 2027 budget adjustment legislation that received overwhelming, bipartisan approval yesterday in the Connecticut General Assembly.

Governor Ned Lamont today said that the fiscal year 2027 budget adjustment bill that his administration developed in collaboration with legislative leaders and is currently being considered for adoption by the Connecticut General Assembly provides Connecticut with a reliable path forward to boost the state's education system, increase investments in housing and transportation, support town and city budgets, and keep the state's fiscal outlook strong, all while continuing to maintain critical services.

Governor Ned Lamont released the following statement regarding the announcement made today by Senate President Pro Tempore Martin Looney that he will not seek re-election.

Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing U.S. and state flags in Connecticut lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in recognition of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, an annual ceremony that serves as the official national tribute honoring all firefighters in the U.S. who have died in the line of duty.

Governor Ned Lamont today announced the start of construction on major upgrades to four stations on the Metro-North Waterbury Branch Line, located in Derby-Shelton, Ansonia, Beacon Falls, and Seymour.

Governor Ned Lamont and Office of Policy and Management Secretary Joshua Wojcik released the following statements in response to the April 2026 consensus revenue forecast that was jointly issued today by the Office of Policy and Management and the Office of Fiscal Analysis.

Governor Ned Lamont today joined Connecticut Department of Labor (CTDOL) Deputy Commissioner Mark Polzella and Office of Apprenticeship Director Todd Berch at an event in New Britain to recognize National Apprenticeship Week and highlight the growing opportunities for apprentices in Connecticut, including the recent certification of Lincoln Technical Institute’s new coursework in electrical and electronic systems technology and air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating systems as achieving the rigorous standards required for registered apprenticeship training.