2024 State of the State Address
Governor Lamont delivered his 2024 State of the State Address to a joint session of the General Assembly on February 7.
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Governor Lamont Statement on House Approval of Paid Sick Days Legislation
Governor Ned Lamont released the following statement regarding the vote today in the Connecticut House of Representatives approving legislation that modifies the state’s paid sick days statutes by expanding these protections to include more workers.
Governor Lamont Applauds Final Legislative Approval of State Employee Wage Reopener Agreement
Governor Ned Lamont is applauding both chambers of the Connecticut General Assembly for voting today in favor of approving an agreement reached between his administration and the State Employees Bargaining Agent Coalition (SEBAC) on the wage reopener for 2024-2025, as required under the current operating contract.
Governor Lamont, Congressional Delegation Announce Connecticut Selected To Receive $62.5 Million for Solar Projects Benefitting Low-Income Residents
Governor Ned Lamont and the members of Connecticut’s Congressional delegation today announced that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is awarding the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) with a $62.5 million grant under its Solar for All initiative.
Governor Lamont and Lt. Governor Bysiewicz Statements on the Passing of Former Chief Justice Ellen Ash Peters
Governor Ned Lamont and Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz released the following statements regarding the passing of the Honorable Ellen Ash Peters.
Governor Lamont Applauds President Biden's Approval of New Federal Rule Expanding Background Checks on Gun Sales
Governor Ned Lamont is applauding an announcement made today by the White House that the Biden-Harris administration has approved a new federal rule implementing a key provision of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act of 2022 that clarifies who must register as a federally licensed firearms dealer and requires anyone who sells firearms to conduct criminal and mental health background checks on potential buyers, regardless of how a sale is conducted.
Governor Lamont’s primary objective is to grow Connecticut’s economy, focusing on extending opportunity for those left behind, providing long-term solutions to strengthen the state’s fiscal position, and attracting the next generation of talent to Connecticut.
2024 Legislative Proposals
Governor Lamont proposed a budget focused on growing Connecticut's economy through middle-class tax cuts, investments in young families, education, workforce development, housing, and infrastructure.
Apply to Serve on a State Board, Council, or Commission
Submit an application to Governor Lamont expressing interest in serving as a member on one of Connecticut’s nearly 300 boards, councils, and commissions.
Immigration Resources: Family Preparedness Plan
To assist families concerned about immigration enforcement, this toolkit provides resources to plan for the safe care of children in the event of family separation.
About Ned Lamont
Ned Lamont is the first Connecticut Governor in 80 years to get his start as a businessman and job creator. When he and wife Annie moved to Connecticut in their twenties, they felt like they'd hit the jackpot. With both practical business experience and first-hand knowledge of what it takes to raise a family here, Lamont is committed to giving all Connecticut residents—both current and prospective—the same feeling.
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