Connecticut Expands Mail Voting, Catching Up to Most Other States

Connecticut Expands Mail Voting, Catching Up to Most Other States

A new law will allow any voter to get a mail ballot; the state had fallen far behind national norms by still requiring an excuse. The reform runs counter to Trump’s attacks on mail voting.

State Senator Outlines New Absentee Ballot Law

Submitted by Office of State Sen. Norm Needleman (May 23, 2026) — Governor Lamont has signed legislation ( Public Act 26-42) removes into law that will allow all Connecticut voters the optio…