Connecticut has been through storms like this before, and we get through them by looking out for one another.
Ned Lamont
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Ned Lamont is an American businessman and politician serving as the 89th governor of Connecticut since January 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, Lamont has focused on issues such as education, healthcare, and economic development during his tenure. He previously ran for the U.S. Senate in 2006, where he gained national attention for his anti-Iraq War stance, ultimately losing to incumbent Joe Lieberman. Lamont's business background includes founding a telecommunications company, which has informed his approach to technology and infrastructure in Connecticut.
The utilities have called down additional crews from Canada to help restore power in Connecticut as soon as possible, and our administration will do anything in our ability that can help expedite power restoration.
Last night’s severe storms left thousands of homes in the region without power, and while utility crews immediately began working on restoration, they believe that repairs in certain areas may take several days due to the scale of damage…
I am ordering the state's Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
Connecticut is one of several states partnering with RAISE US, a newly launched nonprofit organization.
Additionally, the state’s emergency response team remains in contact with every affected town and stands ready to send additional support the moment a municipality requests it.
I am directing the Office of the Treasurer to deposit $411.7 million in state surplus funding into the Connecticut Early Childhood Education Endowment.
We are urging Congress to reject federal legislation that will grant sweeping legal protections to fossil fuel companies.
As we build the next budget, we’re looking at more ways to ease costs for the middle class, because in Connecticut, hard work should actually get you ahead.
Our administration is committed to protecting the rights of Connecticut workers and will stand by them to ensure they are being compensated fairly and in accordance with the law.
Making Connecticut more affordable means making it easier for families to live, work, and raise children here.
AI is going to reshape the world, and we need to ensure that Connecticut workers and Connecticut jobs benefit from these breakthroughs and do not get left behind.
Over the next few days, Connecticut is expected to experience a stretch of very hot and humid conditions, including through the Independence Day weekend, and we want to get the word out that that cooling centers are opening statewide for…
We’re making a smart, long-term investment that will lower costs for families, strengthen our workforce, and ensure this support is available for generations to come.
In recognition of America’s 250th birthday celebrations, we want to make it easier and stress-free for people to travel across the state and attend Independence Day festivities, including with fare-free bus service and reduced-price rail…
Engaging disconnected youths by encouraging them to participate in public service is a great way that we—as public officials ourselves—can help young people get the support they need to gain the tools necessary to build successful…
These housing grants go a long way to improving neighborhoods so that we can make our communities more attractive and encourage continued growth for the benefit of all our residents.
Congress should not carve out exemptions providing special protections for fossil fuel companies.
This legislation will grant unprecedented immunity to fossil fuel companies and prevent states from enforcing laws intended to protect residents from pollution caused by these powerful corporations.
These additional food benefits will help provide support to families during the summer months while kids are on break from school to ensure they continue to have access to nutritious food.
Open space provides benefits to residents across Connecticut and makes our state a great place to live.
Whenever anyone—whether they are an individual or a big corporation—violates state law and causes harm, states must be able to hold them accountable.
I encourage everyone to continue to keep taking sensible precautions by staying up to date on vaccines and practicing good hygiene.
We have enjoyed a long-standing positive relationship with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe, built on respect for tribal sovereignty.
CTDOT employees work through holidays, nights, storms, and traffic to ensure that our transportation system continues moving, and their service is deeply appreciated.





