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HOUSE DEMOCRATS • JAMES SPALLONE
August 28, 2009
STATEMENT FROM REP. JAMES F. SPALLONE
ON COURT DECISION
ON CAMPAIGN FINANCE
"The Court's decision yesterday lays down a challenge to the State of Connecticut to defend, and, if necessary, to improve the Citizen's Election Program (CEP)."
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June 27, 2009
RELL SIGNS U.S. SENATE VACANCIES BILL
Despite arguing that the bill was unnecessary, Gov. M. Jodi Rell on Friday signed legislation that removes her authority to fill mid-term vacancies for U.S. Senate seats and instead requires that a special election be held. READ MORE
June 27, 2009
GOVERNOR SIGNS U.S. SENATE APPOINTMENT BILL
Gov. M. Jodi Rell abruptly reversed herself Friday, signing into law a bill that would decree that any future U.S. Senate vacancy would be filled by election, rather than by the governor's own power of appointment. READ MORE
June 26, 2009
Statement of State Representative James Spallone regarding Governor M. Jodi Rell’s signing today of Substitute Bill 913 – An Act Concerning United States Senate Vacancies:
“I would like to thank Governor Rell for signing this bill into law today and making Connecticut a leader in fair elections. Connecticut voters can now choose their Senator when a vacancy arises just as we already do for our congressional representatives, as we did from 1913 to 1945. This is the democratic way.” READ MORE
June 7, 2009
THE SESSION HAD A FEW NOTEWORTHY
HIGH POINTS
The legislature at long last approved sweeping reform of the state's antiquated probate court system. Reform will consolidate and improve services and put the probate system on firmer financial footings. READ MORE
May 27, 2009
HOUSE PASSES ELECTION DAY REGISTRATION
A bill that would allow potential voters to register on Election Day is one step away from its second trip to the governor’s desk in seven years. READ MORE
May 26, 2009
REP. SPALLONE CHAMPIONS
SAME DAY VOTER REGISTRATION
State Representative James Spallone led the House of Representatives in debate of House Bill 6435, An Act Concerning Election Day Registration and Presidential Ballot Procedures. The bill establishes guidelines and safeguards in order to allow for Election Day Registration (EDR). The bill was approved by the House. READ MORE
May 11, 2009
REP. SPALLONE JOINS WITH CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO SUPPORT FEDERAL ELECTION REFORM
State Representative James Spallone joined with members of the Connecticut Congressional Delegation to support federal Fair Election Legislation at a press conference at the State Capitol complex on Monday. READ MORE
May 8, 2009
REP. SPALLONE ANNOUNCES STIMULUS MONEY
CURRENTLY AVAILABLE TO LOCAL AREA
Funds Support Energy Efficiency ProgramsState Representative James Spallone announced federal stimulus money is available directly to area municipalities for energy efficiency programs. Chester, Deep River, Essex and Haddam are slated to receive over $165,000 from the stimulus package for energy efficiency projects. READ MORE
April 24, 2009
PARTIES SPAR OVER CONNECTICUT CAMPAIGN FINANCE SYSTEM
A proposal to eliminate Connecticut's public campaign financing system is angering opponents, who call it a valuable tool against special interests in a state known for corruption scandals. READ MORE
March 18, 2009
SEN. SLOSSBERG, REP. SPALLONE DETAIL
GOALS FOR NEW COMMISSION AS PANEL BEGINS
EXAMINATION OF STATE AGENCIES
Group planning series of public hearings to hear
from public
how government can be improved
The members and chairs of the new Commission on Enhancing Agency Outcomes—created by the legislature last month to identify efficiencies that will reduce costs to the state, increase access to services and improve the delivery of services to the public—detailed its membership and goals prior to its first meeting in Hartford this afternoon. READ MORE
March 13, 2009
REP. SPALLONE TO HOLD STATE BUDGET INFORMATIONAL FORUM
State Representative James Spallone will hold an informational forum on the state budget situation and answer any questions on Thursday, March 19 at 7:00 pm at the Deep River Town Hall. This event is open to the public. READ MORE
January 30, 2009
SEN. SLOSSBERG, REP. SPALLONE:
COMMITTEE WEIGHING MUNICIPAL CONCERNS WITH PUBLIC’S RIGHT TO KNOW
Key committee chairs suggest compromise to Web site rule
State Senator Gayle Slossberg (D-Milford) and Representative James Spallone (D-Essex), co-chairs of the General Assembly’s Government Administration & Elections Committee, today received testimony from individuals and local leaders regarding a state requirement for municipal Web sites and expressed their support for a phased-in approach that protects the public’s right to know. READ MORE
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