On June 6, 2024, Governor Ned Lamont announced the formation of a Working Group To Recommend Options for a Comprehensive System of Ranked-Choice Voting in Primaries and Municipal Elections. Ann Reed, Advocacy Chair for LWVCT, is a member of the Working Group. All meetings will be broadcast live and will be made available on demand afterwards. 

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Objective and Mission

The objective is to conduct a thorough analysis of RCV's implementation across the United States, drawing insights from both municipalities and states where RCV has been successful. The end goal is to craft a comprehensive legislative proposal that could allow political parties and municipalities the flexibility to adopt Ranked Choice Voting in their caucuses, conventions, primaries, and certain municipal elections. The Working Group will develop a report of recommendations by the end of the year for consideration during the 2025 legislative session.

Read more about the RCV Working Group HERE.

Meeting Schedule

1. Inaugural Meeting of Working Group
   June 14th | video on demand | detailed summary
    
2. RCV Experiences In Other Jurisdiction
   June 25th | video on demand | detailed summary
    
3.  Addressing Underrepresented Groups with RCV, Including Primaries (Recording)
   July 19th | video on demand | detailed summary
    
4. Common Questions & Concerns About RCV
   August 2nd  | video on demand | detailed summary
    
5. RCV Implementation: Financial and Legal Questions
   September 6th | video on demand | detailed summary
    
6. RCV Ballot Design & Concerns
   October 4th @ 10:00 AM
    
7. Public Hearing
   

   November 8th @10:00 AM

8. Recommendations & Final Proposals
   Date & Time TBA