Dear Gov. Ned Lamont:

We listened closely when you announced a veto of HB 5002, the omnibus housing bill, in June. We heard you say that you’d like a revised version of the bill on your desk following a special session this year. We understand there was some loud opposition to HB 5002, which may have played a part in your decision. But the calls from supporters urging that the bill be signed were just as loud.

While we come from different perspectives, we are united by the shared understanding that bold, thoughtful action on housing is essential to Connecticut's future.

There is a path forward.

To start, we are all in agreement that Connecticut faces a housing crisis, as reflected by a recent report that shows we have the most constrained housing market in the nation, with ever-rising home prices and rents.

Opinion: CT housing advocates to Gov: Lamont — there is a path forward, Connecticut Housing Advocates, CT Insider, August 12, 2025, available here