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| Tax day is Monday, April 15th, and low to middle-income workers in Norwalk have some major tax savings to look forward to when they file their personal income tax returns!
This year, the Connecticut Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) increased to 40% compared to 30.5% in 2023. This means that lower-income filers will receive several hundred dollars in additional tax credits. |
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The Connecticut EITC is based on the amount of the federal EITC. It is available to those earning less than:
- $56,838 ($63,698 married filing jointly) with 3 or more qualifying children
- $52,918 ($59,478 married filing jointly) with 2 qualifying children
- $46,560 ($53,120 married filing jointly) with 1 qualifying child
- $17,640 ($24,210 married filing jointly) with no qualifying children
It is estimated that approximately 211,000 households in Connecticut are eligible. |
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This benefit comes in addition to the income tax cut for middle-income households earning less than $150,000 for single filers and $300,000 for joint filers. Those cuts, which went into effect on January 1, 2024, reduced the two lowest rates of the state’s progressive tax structure by:
- Decreasing the rate on the first $10,000 earned by single filers and the first $20,000 by joint filers from 3% to 2%; and
- Decreasing the rate on the next $40,000 earned by single filers and the next $80,000 by joint filers from 5% to 4.5%.
Learn more HERE. |
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| Just another reminder. The state is reminding all drivers that when they get behind the wheel, Put the Phone Away or Pay. It’s a campaign for National Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April. Please be mindful, that law enforcement will be stepping up its enforcement of distracted-driving laws through April 30. |
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| Another reminder? It’s illegal to use any hand-help mobile electronic device while driving in Connecticut. In addition, 16 and 17-year-old drivers are not allowed to use a hands-free accessory. Fines start at $200, then go to $375, and $625 for a third offense. |
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| The CT Commission on Women, Children, Seniors, Equity & Opportunity is inviting you and the families under your care to attend: "Autism: Raising Awareness at the Capitol".
This free event, which takes place on Monday, April 29th from 10:00 a.m. to noon in the North Lobby of the Capitol, aims to raise awareness, enhance understanding, and address challenges confronting the autism community. |
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| The invitation is being extended to families to join and listen to insights from medical professionals, as well as personal stories from individuals with autism and parent advocates who have navigated the journey of raising children on the autism spectrum. Attendees will also have the opportunity to hear from legislators regarding current legislative efforts. |
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| The legacy of excellence continues!
There will be a victory parade and rally in downtown Hartford on Saturday, April 13 to congratulate the UConn men’s basketball team for winning the 2024 NCAA National Championship! Congratulations to Coach Dan Hurley, his staff and the team. |
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As always, feel free to call me at 1-800-842-8267 or email me at Travis.Simms@cga.ct.gov if you have any questions or concerns. Also, please like my official Facebook Page for regular updates.
Sincerely,
Travis Simms
State Representative
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