CBIA BizCast: What’s Next After November’s Elections 

Gov. Ned Lamont was reelected to a third term and Democrats swept to historic margins in the state House and Senate in the November elections.

Republicans won just three seats in the 36-member Senate, and Democrats will hold a 116-35 margin in the House. 

On this episode of the CBIA BizCast, host Amanda Marlow sits down with CBIA president and CEO Chris DiPentima to discuss the election results and the issues facing lawmakers during the next legislative session.  

DiPentima explains why affordability is the top issue for residents and employers. 

He shares how the election results shape the conversation over how to address Connecticut’s affordability challenges, including healthcare, energy, housing, and childcare costs.  

Episode Highlights: 

• Election results and focus on affordability
• Resident and business priorities
• How affordability affects Connecticut’s workforce
• Healthcare and energy solutions
• How businesses can make their voices heard

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