Rep. Roland Lemar

Primary HB 5771

In committee · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A CAPITAL GAINS SURCHARGE.

Maddy summaryHB 5771 would impose a 5% surcharge on net gains from selling investments (like stocks or property) and on dividend/interest income for Connecticut taxpayers with adjusted gross income meeting the threshold for the state's highest tax rate. It directly affects high-income earners who already pay Connecticut's top marginal tax rate. The surcharge applies only to investment gains and income above the income level defined in existing law for the top tax bracket. This would increase tax liability specifically on investment earnings for this income group, without changing other tax rates or brackets.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes 5% surcharge on high-income capital gains/dividends, increasing tax revenue from top earners and closing a loophole - aligns with fiscal responsibility and strengthening tax system.95% confidence

In committee Jan 21, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5002

Signed into law · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates the Early Childhood Care and Education Fund, a separate financial entity designed to collect and manage money specifically for early childhood education and child care needs. The fund is established as an independent source of money that cannot be mixed with state funds, meaning the state has no claim to the money inside it and is not responsible for any debts the fund might incur. The Treasurer is authorized to invest these funds in various financial instruments to grow the account, while a new Advisory Commission will oversee the fund's financial health and create a ten-year spending plan. This commission includes a diverse group of appointed members representing parents, businesses, philanthropies, and various types of child care providers to guide how the money is used.

Signed into law Jun 4, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 5003

Signed into law · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING CHILD AND FAMILY NUTRITION.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires state agencies to create a streamlined process that helps children enrolled in the HUSKY A health program easily access other nutrition benefits like WIC and SNAP. Starting in January 2025, the Departments of Public Health, Social Services, and Agriculture must work together to simplify enrollment, provide clear fact sheets, and make application forms available online and by phone. The legislation also directs these departments to coordinate specifically for children over six who are transitioning from the WIC program to SNAP, while prohibiting the governor from reducing funding for these specific nutrition programs.

Signed into law May 30, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 5005

Signed into law · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT EXPANDING PAID SICK DAYS IN THE STATE.

Maddy summaryHB 5005 requires the state Labor Commissioner to conduct a study of existing paid sick day laws and report the findings to the relevant legislative committee by January 1, 2025. The report may include recommendations for future changes to these statutes, but the bill itself does not alter current regulations or mandate new paid leave requirements. This measure is a procedural step designed to gather information and inform potential future policy decisions rather than implementing immediate changes.

Signed into law May 21, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 5390

Passed · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING TRANSIT-ORIENTED COMMUNITIES.

Passed May 3, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5004

Passed · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF CERTAIN CLIMATE CHANGE MEASURES.

Passed May 3, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5174

In committee · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING TEMPORARY SHELTER UNITS FOR PERSONS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS OR REFUGEES LOCATED ON REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS.

In committee Apr 10, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5164

In committee · Connecticut House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS.

In committee Mar 21, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 143

In committee · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING EVICTIONS FOR CAUSE.

In committee Mar 18, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 50

In committee · Connecticut Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT CONCERNING EXCLUSION OF AID TO DISTRESSED MUNICIPALITIES FROM THE SPENDING CAP.

In committee Mar 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track