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Financial Hardship in Connecticut

In 2023 a record-breaking 581,000 Connecticut households couldn’t make ends meet.

Financial hardship is growing

When 2 out of every 5 households in Connecticut can’t afford the basics, it’s not just a personal struggle, it’s a crack in the foundation of our economy and community. These 580,520 ALICE households (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) are doing everything they can to get by. They’re working hard but still can’t afford essentials like housing, child care, food, transportation, and health care. 

As financial hardship rises across Connecticut and instability from Washington spreads, the storm is hitting these families first and hardest. They’re feeling the squeeze of rising costs, stagnant wages and a cooling economy, without the protection they need to weather it. And without strong support, they risk falling even further behind. 

That’s why our 2026 Policy Agenda focuses on two clear, achievable goals: invest in Connecticut’s 211 system and establishing a refundable CT Child Tax Credit. These are proven solutions that reinforce the structure and patch the cracks, ensuring every family in Connecticut has the chance to live with stability and dignity. 

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