Connecticut’s 2026 election has strengthened Democratic control of state government and changed the political calculations for the next legislative session. Gov. Ned Lamont won a third term over Republican Ryan Fazio by roughly 19 percentage points. Democrats also emerged with projected legislative majorities of 116–35 in the House and 33–3 in the Senate, subject to […]
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Connecticut faces a growing policy challenge at the intersection of financial markets, gaming, and consumer protection. The debate surrounding prediction markets centers on whether these platforms offer legitimate financial products or unlicensed gambling. If this policy area impacts your organization, business, or industry, please contact our Government Relations Team through our Contact Page. How Prediction Markets Work Prediction […]
Connecticut’s governor’s race offers voters different approaches to electricity costs, taxes, housing and healthcare. Democratic Gov. Ned Lamont is seeking a third term against Republican state Sen. Ryan Fazio, with both candidates making affordability central to their campaigns. The contest enters its final week with Lamont holding a substantial polling advantage. Cook Political Report rates […]
Automated license plate readers, commonly known as ALPRs, are rapidly changing the way law enforcement agencies collect data. Companies such as Flock Safety have helped states and municipalities deploy cameras that capture license plate numbers and other vehicle characteristics, allowing law enforcement to search for vehicles connected to criminal investigations. Supporters of license plate readers […]
Connecticut’s 2026 elections will shape more than who holds office in Hartford. They will help determine how state government approaches electricity costs, housing development, healthcare affordability, education funding, and the next state budget. For businesses, municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and residents, the significance of November’s results extends well beyond election night to the decisions lawmakers will […]
On September 30, the 2026 New England Regional Nuclear Policy Summit at the University of Massachusetts Lowell brought together government officials, regulators, industry representatives and other stakeholders to examine the role nuclear energy may play in meeting the region’s future electricity needs. The National Governors Association convened the summit in partnership with the six New […]
Connecticut’s 2026 elections will shape more than who holds office in Hartford. They will help determine how state government approaches electricity costs, housing development, healthcare affordability, education funding, and the next state budget. For businesses, municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and residents, the significance of November’s results extends well beyond election night to the decisions lawmakers will […]
Connecticut’s waste challenge does not end when the truck leaves the curb. For municipalities, businesses and residents, the growing cost and complexity of managing that waste are becoming harder to ignore. For decades, Connecticut relied on a combination of waste-to-energy facilities, recycling programs, transfer stations and other disposal options to manage municipal solid waste. Today, […]
An empty factory, a vacant office building or a struggling shopping center can remain part of a community’s landscape for years. Residents may see potential for housing, businesses or public space, while prospective developers see unanswered questions about costs, property conditions and whether a new use is financially viable. For Connecticut, returning these properties to […]
For Connecticut, workforce development is central to the relationship between business investment and economic opportunity. Employers need workers with relevant skills, and residents need accessible pathways into careers that offer stability and advancement. Connecting those needs requires coordination among businesses, educators, training providers and government. The question is straightforward: How can Connecticut better prepare people […]
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