Hartford’s hidden taxes
On Feb. 8, Governor Malloy put forth his vision for our state budget for 2018 and 2019. Deficit projections currently forecast at $1.5 billion and $1.6 billion, respectively, make balancing a budget a challenge. Our governor’s fiscal solution to bring spending in line with revenues — push tax increases down to the municipal level and…
Read MoreChallenges lie ahead in state government
On Jan. 4, the 2017 legislative session, began debating issues in Hartford that are of immense importance to our communities, our families and ourselves. Of these, the most important is to set a budget for fiscal years ’18 and ’19 that will balance core government services with fiscal prudence. With the historic Republican gains in…
Read MoreAffordable Care Act (ACA) Discussion in Darien
Join me for a public forum to discuss the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and its impact on Connecticut residents at the Darien Library Community Room on Tuesday, January 24, 2017. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the ACA and how it has, and will continue to shape the health insurance industry in…
Read MoreNew Connecticut Regional Tax Structure is Devoid of Common Sense
As Connecticut residents, all of us have much to be proud of…a diverse and vibrant population, beautiful coastlines and an inspired history. However, our state’s fiscal status is not among our best assets. In fact, we continue with record deficits and a legacy of record tax increases without the revenues for a balanced budget. …
Read MoreHow to bring prosperity back to Connecticut
With all the controversy at the presidential level this election season, it is quite easy to lose sight of the important races for state representative and state senate. Arguably, more laws that affect our personal prosperity and our daily lives are passed by the legislature in Hartford than in our nation’s capitol. A stark…
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