Democrats Gain Four Connecticut Senate Seats
Democrats are projected to hold 29 of the 36 State Senate seats after the 2026 election, according to Associated Press projections.
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Connecticut Politics News
Across Connecticut, coverage here takes in state legislative sessions, elections, public policy, government actions and civic life. Reporting follows the decisions made at the state capital and the impact of those actions on the public.
Elections
Bronin Wins Connecticut's 1st District Seat
Democrat Luke Bronin, who ousted incumbent John Larson in August, won the seat in the November 3, 2026 general election.
Law
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Do you think medical device companies should be held liable for failing to warn patients?
Judge Rejects CooperSurgical Bid to Dismiss Clip Suit
A Connecticut court says a failure-to-warn claim over Filshie Clip birth control devices can proceed.
Civic Engagement
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Does public access to lobbyist registration records improve your trust in state government decisions?
Connecticut Launches Searchable Lobbyist Directory
The state now provides a public database tracking thousands of active lobbying registrations.
Unions
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Do you believe class action settlements generally provide fair compensation to affected employees?
Judge Approves $9.5 Million Settlement for FedEx Workers
A federal court in Connecticut has finalized a wage settlement involving unpaid security screening time for employees.
City Hall
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Should your local government be required to write specific details for all proposed ballot questions?
Connecticut Towns to Vote on Charter Reforms in November
Municipalities across Connecticut will present charter revision and bond referendum questions to voters this November.
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This section follows legislative sessions, executive actions, campaign cycles and the regulatory changes that shape state government. It reaches from the capital to the rural counties, covering how policy flows into every corner of the state. Budgetary deliberations and tax structures remain a constant focus that define how the state operates year to year. Public testimony and committee hearings provide the primary venue where policy shifts from proposal to law.