Historic Partnership Reached Between State and Hospitals
The Lamont administration reached an historic settlement with the Connecticut Hospital Association that will result in withdrawl of all pending legal claims against the state.
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Recent News
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12/13/2019
Governor Lamont Directs Flags to Half-Staff Saturday for the Anniversary of the Tragedy in Newtown
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing U.S. and State of Connecticut flags to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, December 14, 2019, in remembrance of the twenty children and six adults who were killed seven years ago in the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown.
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12/12/2019
Governor Lamont Announces Municipalities Set to Receive Funding for Land Conservation
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the state is set to approve $5 million in funding that will permit a new round of grants to begin under Connecticut’s Open Space and Watershed Land Acquisition Program.
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12/11/2019
Governor Lamont Notifies President Trump: Connecticut Will Continue Welcoming Refugees
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has submitted a letter notifying the Trump administration of the State of Connecticut’s intent to continue accepting refugees who are fleeing persecution and seeking safety from violence, saying that the state values the long history of the United States in welcoming those pursuing asylum as this tradition strengthens the state and nation socially, culturally, and economically.
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12/10/2019
Governor Lamont, Senate and House Democrats Announce Plans for Special Session
Governor Ned Lamont, Senate President Pro Tempore Martin M. Looney, Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff, Speaker of the House Joe Aresimowicz, and House Majority Leader Matt Ritter today released the following joint statement announcing plans to convene the Connecticut General Assembly into special session.
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12/7/2019
Governor Lamont Statement on the Passing of WFSB News Anchor Denise D’Ascenzo
Governor Ned Lamont today released the following statement regarding the passing of WFSB news anchor Denise D’Ascenzo.
A Path Forward
Governor Lamont’s primary objective is to get Connecticut’s economy growing again – focusing on extending opportunity for those left behind, providing long-term solutions to fix the budget, and attracting the next generation of talent to Connecticut.
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.
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.
2019 Legislative Proposals
These initiatives focus on structural reforms, creating an efficient government, ensuring every child has a great education, partnering with the business community to promote growth, and supporting working families.
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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