Governor Lamont Signs Largest Income Tax Cut in Connecticut History
One million working and middle-class individuals will benefit from the income tax reductions under the approved budget agreement.
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10/4/2023
Governor Lamont Announces Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection Commissioner James Rovella Retiring From State Service, Nominates Ronnell Higgins as Successor
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has received notification from Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) Commissioner James C. Rovella regarding his intention to retire from state service effective next month.
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10/4/2023
Governor Lamont Announces Connecticut's Strategic Roadmap for Offshore Wind, Launches Connecticut Wind Collaborative
Governor Ned Lamont today announced the publication of Connecticut’s first strategic roadmap for economic development in the offshore wind industry, which will be supported by a newly-formed public-private group known as the Connecticut Wind Collaborative.
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10/4/2023
Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island Sign First-Time Agreement for Multi-State Offshore Wind Procurement
Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island today announced New England’s first offshore wind multi-state coordination memorandum of understanding (MOU), which creates a pathway for a potential coordinated selection of offshore wind as each state solicits offshore wind energy generation through their respective state procurements. This MOU is the first of its kind in the United States.
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10/3/2023
Governor Lamont and Treasurer Russell Announce Connecticut's Transportation Bonds Upgraded To AAA by Kroll
Governor Ned Lamont and Treasurer Erick Russell today announced that Kroll Bond Rating Agency has upgraded the credit rating of Connecticut’s transportation bonds from AA+ to AAA, the highest credit rating possible.
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10/2/2023
Governor Lamont and Comptroller Scanlon Announce Connecticut Residents Can Now Sign Up for Prescription Drug Discount Card
Governor Ned Lamont and Comptroller Sean Scanlon announced that effective today, Connecticut residents can now enroll in a newly launched program enabling them to receive a discount card that can be presented at pharmacies to receive savings on certain medication.
Building Growth and Opportunity for All
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.
2023 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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