Lamont, who chaired Obama’s campaigns in the state, said the federal bill will provide a good foundation for Connecticut-based efforts to make health care more affordable to small- and medium-sized businesses.
“For the state that’s dead last in job creation with some of the highest health care costs in the country, health care reform cannot come soon enough,” Lamont, a Democrat running for governor, said in a statement.
“Let’s make sure that Connecticut is prepared to take full advantage of the legislation passed last night, making health care more affordable for small- and medium-sized businesses in our state and giving them the financial freedom to hire new employees.
“As Governor, I will work to build on President Obama’s health care reform efforts here in Connecticut, promoting smart prevention efforts, expanding electronic health records, and inviting small and medium businesses, as well as towns, to join a large insurance purchasing pool, giving them the bargaining power needed to save money.”