Lamont Plugs Transit Upgrades in Stamford Chamber Speech
In his address to the Stamford Chamber of Commerce’s annual meeting, Gov. Ned Lamont said he was eager to reach a deal with legislators to find funding for transportation upgrades.
As End of Session Looms, Lamont Pushes Tolls, Transportation Bill
With only a few weeks left in the General Assembly’s session, Gov. Ned Lamont is pushing state legislators to pass a transportation bill that includes his signature tolling proposal.
Proposed Highway Toll Rates Released as Talks Continue
Gov. Ned Lamont said Wednesday he is working with fellow Democrats to craft a final tolling bill that addresses some of the public’s concerns, such as ensuring no more than 50 overhead electronic toll collectors on four Connecticut highways.
Opponents Gear Up for Battle Over Tolls Ahead of Vote
Opponents of tolls on Connecticut highways are making their opinions known before lawmakers cast their first vote on the issue.
Connecticut Residents Oppose Highway Tolls in New Survey, With Key Exception
A new poll from Sacred Heart University shows a majority of Connecticut residents oppose Gov. Ned Lamont’s plan to put tolls on the state’s major highways using electronic tolling.
Massachusetts Will Likely Wait to Recoup Unpaid Tolls
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker wants Connecticut to help his administration collect millions of dollars in unpaid highway tolls, calling for a reciprocity agreement with neighboring state officials.
Untolled Millions: Out-of-State Drivers Owe MA $26.8M
As Connecticut considers whether to add tolls to its interstate highways, out-of-state drivers in its northern neighbor are taking that state for a ride, to the tune of $26.8 million in unpaid tolls since its electronic system was implemented over two years ago.
