NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Did you know Connecticut is the 7th fastest-growing state in the nation? According to recent figures, our population grew by more than 52,000 annually.

Gov. Ned Lamont (D-Conn.) wants that growth to continue and suggests that the focus should be on downtown areas of cities and towns. He revealed his Connecticut 2035 plan to Dennis House.

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