Archive for September, 2008

$300 million deficit confirmed; State Rep. Penny Bacchiochi calls for swift action now

by: guest September 29, 2008

HARTFORD – State Rep. Penny Bacchiochi (R-Somers) is calling for swift action to offset the growing $300 million state deficit that was confirmed by independent
budget analysts during a fiscal forum convened by House and Senate Republicans. Sinking revenues and the refusal of the majority to make budget adjustments this year has led to the most [...]

Environmental Issues Remain at the Forefront the Legislative Agenda

by: guest September 23, 2008

While the primary focus of the most recent legislative sessions has been rightly on the economy, taxes and jobs, the environment continues to be an important issue for all of us. Even during hard economic times, we are obligated to be good stewards of the environment. Over the years, when the state’s budget has been [...]