HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Connecticut lawmakers are wrapping up the regular legislative session, their first in years with a stronger Democratic legislative majority and a new Democratic governor.
In traditional fashion, the final day is filled with a flurry of activity at the state Capitol, with members of the House of Representatives and Senate busy trying to pass bills before Wednesday's midnight adjournment.
Gov. Ned Lamont is scheduled to address legislators shortly after the fast-approaching deadline. He'll officially close out a session marked by the on-time passage of a two-year, $43 billion state budget on-time — one of Lamont's priorities.
But lawmakers are expected to return to Hartford for a special legislative session to tackle some unfinished business, including the possibility of authorizing electronic tolls. Lamont has expressed disappointment the legislation hasn't been passed yet.