Connecticut DOT Unveils $9.7 Billion Transportation Investment Plan
The Connecticut Department of Transportation released its $9.7 billion capital plan, which includes investments across various modes of transportation over the next five years.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont Hits Pause on Trucks-Only Toll Vote
Gov. Ned Lamont has called for a pause on the vote for trucks-only tolls in Connecticut after repeated delays from lawmakers to convene for a vote.
Connecticut Lawmakers Consider Cutting Trucks-Only Toll Bill in Half and Voting Twice
With Connecticut state legislators deeply distrustful of each other, lawmakers are considering a new plan for Gov. Ned Lamont’s proposal to toll trucks only at 12 bridges — offering two separate bills with six tolls each and forcing the House of Representatives and Senate to vote twice.
Analysis: Connecticut Transportation Account Has Gained $3.7 Billion From General Fund Since 2003
The Connecticut Office of Policy and Management released an analysis revealing that funding has been diverted from the General Fund to support the Special Transportation Fund in nearly every state budget since 2003.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont Proposes Truck Tolls
A trucks-only tolling system in Connecticut is part of the latest iteration of Gov. Ned Lamont’s transportation investment plan.
Connecticut Officials Weigh Toll Costs, Benefits
While local and state officials stress the need for transportation infrastructure improvements, they also have concerns and questions about the governor’s plan for tolls.
Conn. Rail Plan Would Cut Travel From New Haven to New York by 30 Minutes
Gov. Ned Lamont will call Nov. 7 for more than $4 billion in improvements for the Metro-North Railroad to cut travel times and alleviate traffic congestion in lower Fairfield County.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont Pivots From Truck-Only Toll Plan
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont has suggested a tolling program that would affect both cars and tractor-trailers, shifting away from an earlier pledge to only toll trucks.
Gov. Dannel Malloy Postpones Connecticut Transportation Projects
Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy recently announced that $4.3 billion in transportation projects have been placed on hold until the General Assembly devotes more money to the State Transportation Fund.
Connecticut’s Governor Promotes State’s Transportation Lockbox
Gov. Dannel Malloy, who is not seeking re-election in 2018, is promoting a lockbox concept approved in both the state Senate and House as the only guarantee that transportation funds will be set aside and protected for future use by his successor.