Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"Uncovering the need and the consequences of oversight and scrutiny in this area is very important, and I look forward to reading the investigative report that uncovers staffing shortages, high turnove..."

"With all of the issues that are facing us today that are in the headlines, sometimes the most important work doesn't get the attention that it deserves, and this work is among our most important."

"I think more than half the States now rely on private contractors to do this kind of oversight and certification."

"Connecticut actually is considering hiring a contractor because we have been unable to fill our vacant positions that were created during the pandemic."