Democratic Leaders Pump Brakes on Proposed Gas Tax Holiday

Democratic leaders pump brakes on proposed gas tax holiday

In a series of exchanges spanning over three days, Connecticut's top Democratic leaders appeared divided over whether or not to move forward with Gov. Ned Lamont's proposal for a one-month gas tax holiday to address rising costs triggered by the war with Iran.

Ritter sees compromise on CT tax rebates and aid to schools

Gov. Ned Lamont wants a $500 million rebate program that would send $200 to most taxpayers this October. Majority Democratic legislators have countered with a smaller rebate and more aid for local schools. But legislative leaders now say there may be a way to give both sides most of what they want. “I think we’ll be able to do much better than that,” House Speaker Matt Ritter said while speaking with reporters before Wednesday’s House Session. “…

Connecticut Gas Tax Holiday Proposal Stalls

While top Democrats urged immediate action using emergency authority, other legislative leaders and Republicans expressed concerns over timing, fiscal impact, and whether the savings would actually reach Connecticut residents.

CT residents may see rebate checks in mail but no help at the pump yet

CT Gov. Lamont's chief spokesman, said the legislature has "other forms of relief in mind'' that will be negotiated in the coming weeks before the session ends.

CT House Democrats reject Lamont’s gas tax holiday proposal

House Speaker Matt Ritter (D-Hartford)(Molly Ingram / WSHU)Connecticut House Democratic leaders say they are against Governor Ned Lamont’s proposal for a temporary state gasoline tax holiday to provide drivers relief from high pump prices.They say they don’t support pausing the state’s 25-cent-per-gallon gas tax because it would benefit anyone driving in the state, not just Connecticut residents.“Other citizens from other states could take advan…

Conn. House Speaker pushes property tax rebate as gas tax holiday stalls

As Gov. Ned Lamont admitted his gas tax holiday has stalled, House Democrats shifted their focus to one of Lamont’s original proposals: a one-time tax rebate.   Lamont (D-Connecticut) acknowledged to reporters Wednesday after an event in New London that his proposal hasn’t gained much momentum since he floated it two weeks ago.   “I’ve heard they have some other ideas. Let’s sit down and do something quickly so we can help people now,” he said. …