State Democrats considering larger rebate checks than Lamont's proposed amount
"I think you could take the existing pot of money that goes to that credit and make it a check for this year. And that's not any new money required for that," said Connecticut House Speaker Matt Ritter (D-Hartford).
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State lawmakers said Wednesday they want to residents to receive bigger rebate checks this fall.
While Gov. Ned Lamont has proposed giving all taxpayers $200, top Democrats say they want those checks to be up to $500.
"I think you could take the existing pot of money that goes to that credit and make it a check for this year. And that's not any new money required for that," said Connecticut House Speaker Matt Ritter (D-Hartford).
Republicans are against the idea.
"It's disappointing to see them continue to spend money out of that volatility fund on half-baked, one-time gimmicks for residents in the state of Connecticut that might get Democrats re-elected in November," said Connecticut House Minority Leader Vin. Candelora (R-Branford).
Lawmakers plan to unveil more specific details next week.
