September 26, 2016 •
Connecticut Lawmakers to Meet to Approve Deal with Helicopter Manufacturer
Gov. Dannel Malloy has summoned lawmakers back into a special session beginning Wednesday, September 28, 2016, to approve a deal with Sikorsky Aircraft. The tentative agreement, worth $220 million in grants and tax exemptions, will keep the company in the […]
Gov. Dannel Malloy has summoned lawmakers back into a special session beginning Wednesday, September 28, 2016, to approve a deal with Sikorsky Aircraft.
The tentative agreement, worth $220 million in grants and tax exemptions, will keep the company in the state for the next 14 years.
Sikorsky has also committed to growing its Connecticut workforce to 8,000 individuals, and they will build nearly 200 CH-53K King Stallion heavy-lift helicopters in-state.
Photo of the Connecticut State Capitol by jglazer75 on Wikimedia Commons.
June 17, 2016 •
Veto Session Scheduled for Next Week in Connecticut; No Overrides Expected
A veto session is scheduled to convene next week; however, lawmakers in the Senate have already decided not to challenge Gov. Dannel Malloy’s line-item veto cutting more than $20 million in municipal aid. Democratic leadership in the House will instead […]
A veto session is scheduled to convene next week; however, lawmakers in the Senate have already decided not to challenge Gov. Dannel Malloy’s line-item veto cutting more than $20 million in municipal aid.
Democratic leadership in the House will instead hold a closed-door caucus during the June 20 session. An override of the veto needed to start in the Senate because the budget bill originated there.
Most lawmakers are unhappy with the cuts, but Democrats, who control both houses, have chosen not to fight this particular battle with the governor.
December 8, 2015 •
Connecticut Governor to Call Special Session
Gov. Dannel Malloy announced he will be calling the General Assembly into special session after reaching a tentative deal with fellow Democrats on the state’s budget deficits. The session will begin December 8, 2015. While the governor and Democrats have, […]
Gov. Dannel Malloy announced he will be calling the General Assembly into special session after reaching a tentative deal with fellow Democrats on the state’s budget deficits. The session will begin December 8, 2015.
While the governor and Democrats have, for the most part, come to an agreement, Republican members of the legislature are not yet on board. It is unclear whether the lack of bipartisan support will hamper passage of any bill introduced.
Photo of the Connecticut State Capitol courtesy of Ragesoss on Wikipedia.
October 15, 2014 •
Connecticut Democratic Party Denounced for Seeking Advisory Opinion
The State Elections Enforcement Commission (SEEC) used unusually strong language while asking the Federal Election Commission (FEC) to prevent the Connecticut Democratic State Central Committee (CDSCC) from using federally designated funds for a state race. The state party has requested […]
The State Elections Enforcement Commission (SEEC) used unusually strong language while asking the Federal Election Commission (FEC) to prevent the Connecticut Democratic State Central Committee (CDSCC) from using federally designated funds for a state race. The state party has requested an advisory opinion from the FEC approving the use of funds in a federal campaign account to pay for a mailing encouraging the reelection of Gov. Dannel Malloy.
In a letter to the FEC, signed by all five members, the SEEC denounced the inquiry stating it would violate both the letter and spirit of state campaign finance laws. In response, the CDSCC argued it is simply seeking clarification where federal and state laws are in conflict.
Federal law requires certain “federal election activity,” potentially including mailings, be paid for with a minimum of 15 percent federal funds whereas Connecticut law requires state candidates be supported exclusively with state funds. The CDSCC believes, should its reading of the law be confirmed, federal law will preempt state statutes and the use of federal funds will be required.
June 15, 2012 •
Connecticut Governor Vetoes Campaign Finance Bill
An override is unlikely
Governor Dannel Malloy vetoed House Bill 5556 today, June 15, 2012. The campaign finance bill would have required corporate board authorization for campaign-related expenditures of $4,000 or more and disclosure of donor identities for donations aggregating $1,000 or more.
The bill was opposed by the Connecticut Business and Industry Association, the American Civil Liberties Union, and the Connecticut Daily Newspaper Association, who argued that the bill would have a chilling effect on contributions.
The bill did not pass with a two-thirds vote, making a veto override unlikely.
April 2, 2012 •
Campaign Finance in Monday’s News
The Federal Election Commission, Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy’s campaign finance plan, and the New York Legislature are featured. Here are today’s articles:
“Federal judge says Federal Election Commission went too far in shielding campaign ad donors” by The Associated Press in the Washington Post.
“US Joins Countries Not Enforcing Campaign-Finance Regulations” by Samuel Rubenfeld in the Wall Street Journal.
Connecticut: “Governor’s controversial campaign finance fix rejected” by Mark Pazniokas on CTMirror.com.
New York: “Albany to begin Act II of legislative session” by Jon Campbell in the Lower Hudson Journal News. Campaign finance will be on the agenda.
November 28, 2011 •
Connecticut Governor Sets Special Election Date
House District 24 Seat to be Filled January 10, 2012
Governor Dannel P. Malloy has issued a writ of special election setting January 10, 2012 as the date to fill the vacant seat in Connecticut’s 24th house district.
The seat became vacant after former state representative Timothy O’Brien left the position November 15, 2011. O’Brien, who had represented the district since 2003, resigned his seat after he was elected to the position of mayor in the city of New Britain, Connecticut during the 2011 general election held on November 8.
August 8, 2011 •
News You Can Use Digest – August 8, 2011
Here are highlights from the latest edition of News You Can Use:
Federal:
Firm Gives $1 Million to Pro-Romney Group, Then Dissolves
Lobbying for Lobbyists on Capitol Hill
From the States and Municipalities:
California
California Poised to OK Political Donations via Text
Connecticut
Watchdog Panel Gives Malloy Three Choices for New Executive Director
Delaware
Weak Rules Make for Powerful Lobbyists
Hawaii
Ethics Chief Draws Ire for Stance on Task-Force Members Who Lobby
Illinois
Are State Worker Punishments Fitting the Crimes?
Michigan
Dispensary Offered Free Marijuana for Signing Up to Vote
New Jersey
N.J. Freeholder Resigns after Nude Photos Appear On-line
Oklahoma
Oklahoma Lobbyists Are Paying Attention to Freshman Lawmakers
Wisconsin
Court Tosses Wisconsin Limit on PAC Donations
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