The state House of Representatives took a significant step toward solving Connecticut's fiscal crisis by securing a crucial piece of the budget puzzle -- ratifying a concessions deal that is expected to save taxpayers $1.5 billion over the next two years.
State Rep. Mike D'Agostino, D-Hamden, led passage of House Bill 6123, which would provide more oversight over the tree removal work being completed by the state Department of Transportation on Connecticut's highways.
