(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont released the following statement after being informed by the leadership of SEIU 1199NE that the strike planned by nursing home workers and group home workers effective May 19 is being postponed until at least May 27:
“Earlier this week, I met with union leadership representing Connecticut’s nursing home and group home workers and expressed to them that I agree that their current wages do not match the value of the service they provide and that I join them in their effort to seek an increase in their compensation. Additionally, I informed them that I believe there is a consensus among legislative leaders who also feel the same and that we are working to negotiate a state budget that includes support for this workforce.
“I’m glad to receive the news today that their members have agreed to postpone the upcoming strike to enable time for this budget process to reach a resolution that can provide a positive result. Connecticut’s nursing home and group home workers do strenuous work on behalf of our most vulnerable residents, and my administration is committed to reaching a positive resolution on their behalf as soon as possible.”
In addition to meeting with union leaders, Governor Lamont sent a letter yesterday requesting the strike be postponed in order to allow additional time for the state budget process to reach a resolution.
**Download: Letter from Governor Lamont to SEIU 1199NE President Rob Baril