CURRENT NEWS

Keeping Connecticut Moving Forward

February 9, 2023

Today, we voted to continue our previous successes by securing the fiscal guardrails that have allowed the state to cut taxes, invest in families and the economy, pay down debt, and save for the future.

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Matt Blumenthal Named GAE Committee Chair

December 14, 2022

I have been appointed the new House Chair of the Government Administration and House Elections Committee. I'm humbled by - and grateful to - Speaker Ritter and Majority Leader Rojas for the trust and confidence they have displayed by appointing me to this leadership role. 

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Improving Fiscal Outlook for Connecticut

December 7, 2022

I am pleased to report that responsible budgeting and major structural changes made to pension and teachers' retirement plans are putting Connecticut on much more solid fiscal ground and saving taxpayers billions in debt payments.

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House Special Session

November 29, 2022

With many families in Connecticut facing added financial strain due to rising prices, the legislature went into special session earlier this week to provide some relief. A bipartisan bill passed by the General Assembly and signed into law by Governor Lamont extends the current suspension of the gasoline tax, provides additional funding for energy assistance programs, and continues premium pay for frontline workers.

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Small Business Growth In CT

October 31, 2022

The state has announced a five-year, $46.6 million investment to expand small business assistance programs across Connecticut, specifically supporting small business owners who may have previously experienced barriers to accessing financial support.This initiative will also support startup businesses, which is great news for our economy.

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