HARTFORD, Conn. — The House of Representatives voted to allow Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont to extend his emergency powers for at least one more month.
The party-line vote on Thursday came as the Democratic governor announced plans to move up when any resident age 16 and older can make a COVID-19 vaccination appointment to April 1 from April 5.
While Republicans opposed the move, legislative Democrats, who control the House, argued now is not the time to scale back Lamont's executive powers.
Also Thursday, the House voted to extend Lamont's order that allowed more outdoor dining. Both bills awaits Senate action.
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