A high-stakes battle came to a head Thursday between Connecticut’s supermarkets and package stores in the state Capitol’s most contentious public hearing so far this year.
In a battle over wine and .
Connecticut's strong financial situation has led to to calls for tax cuts or more spending or both. Governor Lamont wants to keep the safeguards in place.
Two days after winning reelection, Gov. Ned Lamont made no secret of his top priority for state finances.
A controversial savings program that helped Connecticut end deficits, build reserves and whittle down debt sometimes at the expense of tax cuts or program expansions must continue, he said.
But Lamont’s resolve will be be tested this week as legislators return to the Capitol for the regular 2023 session.