Lamont Calls for McCrory to Step Back from Senate Leadership
Governor calls for Hartford senator to reduce leadership role following state audit findings, marking rare public intervention in legislative affairs.
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Elizabeth Hartley is the founding editor of Connecticut Navigator. A Yale graduate with roots in New Haven stretching back generations, she spent fifteen years covering the State Capitol for the Hartford Courant before launching this publication. She believes Connecticut is more interesting than people give it credit for—and that good local journalism can help people see it. She lives in New Haven, where she's slowly restoring a Victorian.
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NY Man Gets 2 Years for $134K Connecticut Stamp Fraud Scheme
A New York man used stolen identities to fraudulently purchase thousands of dollars in stamps from Connecticut post offices, federal prosecutors said.
Lamont Suspends Farm Equipment Tax After Grower Pressure
Governor backs down from controversial levy on agricultural machinery following pushback from Connecticut farmers and industry groups.
Lamont proposes rent cap targeting out-of-state landlords
Governor's proposal would limit annual rent increases to 5% for properties owned by landlords living outside Connecticut, targeting housing affordability.
Lamont: Hartford Senator Should 'Step Back' After Audit
Gov. Lamont called for Sen. Douglas McCrory to step back after an audit found he largely controlled spending at a Hartford nonprofit that mismanaged $15 million.