The allocations included in HB 5518 will provide relief to cities and towns that lost revenue as a result of the property tax exemption on manufacturing and machinery equipment.

"Last year, our community made our voices heard when voting to approve funds for the construction of E. O. Smith's new roof and solar panels, and I'm glad we were able to correct the problem and allow these clean, sustainable solar panels to be installed on our higher school.," said Rep. Haddad.

"These are dollars that we need," Rep. Sanchez said. "Making sure that New Britain receives its fair share of resources from the state is one of the most important parts of the job here and I'm happy we were able to follow through on that work with today's vote." 

These projects will enhance commerce, expand affordable housing and provide services for some of the most vulnerable in our communities. I want to thank Governor Lamont for prioritizing these important projects for Hartford in this round of bonding.

I’m happy to share some exciting news!

During my campaign in 2018, I promised that I would work tirelessly to bring resources back to the 2nd District. As a result of working with my colleagues and Governor Lamont’s Office, Danbury Public Library has just been approved to receive a $100,000 grant from the state during today's Bond Commission meeting. These new funds will allow the library to undertake its first significant renovation in decades.

The $115 million financing for the construction of a new Bassick High School is moving forward, thanks to the House of Representatives voting to give final approval to legislation authorizing $90.8 million in state bond funding – about 80 percent of the total project cost.

New London has received a grant of $1,300,000 to assist with the second phase of the project that includes building two family dwelling apartments.

The $115 million financing for the construction of a new Bassick High School remains on track. I’m very happy to report that today my colleagues on the Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee unanimously voted to approve legislation authorizing $90.8 million in state bond funding – about 80 percent of the total project cost.