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Connecticut Secures $190 Million in Federal Earmarks
Funding for over 175 projects across the state, including infrastructure, affordable housing, and education
Published on Feb. 11, 2026
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Connecticut's congressional delegation has secured more than $190 million in federal funding for over 175 local projects across the state, marking the first time in two years that states will benefit from earmarked funding. The money will go towards initiatives like fire station renovations, police training, museum support, and transportation improvements in dozens of towns and cities.
Why it matters
Earmarks, also known as community project funding, had faced a 10-year ban before being revived in 2021 with new transparency rules. This funding represents a return to a more regular appropriations process after recent government shutdowns and budget uncertainty, allowing Connecticut to invest in critical infrastructure and community needs.
The details
The funding was included in spending packages passed by Congress in November and February to fund most of the government through September. While the majority of Connecticut's earmark requests were approved, over $10 million in additional funding for the Department of Homeland Security is still tied up in ongoing negotiations. The earmarks cover a wide range of projects, from affordable housing development to university workforce hubs to public safety facilities.
- The funding was included in spending bills passed in November 2025 and February 2026.
- Congress had faced a tumultuous budget process in recent months, leading to two government shutdowns.
The players
Rosa DeLauro
U.S. Representative for Connecticut's 3rd Congressional District and ranking member on the House Appropriations Committee.
Chris Murphy
U.S. Senator for Connecticut.
Richard Blumenthal
U.S. Senator for Connecticut.
Donald Trump
Former President of the United States.
Russ Vought
Author of "Project 2025".
What they’re saying
“We put meaningful constraints on the Trump administration's ability to abuse the budget process — reclaiming Congress's power of the purse and reining in Project 2025 author Russ Vought.”
— Rosa DeLauro, U.S. Representative, Ranking Member of House Appropriations Committee (The Connecticut Mirror)
“The $500,000 in federal funding we announced today will support their work to prevent violence before it happens while providing families of victims and survivors with the support they need to heal. The entire Connecticut delegation, led by Rosa DeLauro on the House Appropriations Committee, will continue to deliver the critical funding groups like Mothers United needs to keep our children safe and end the horrific gun violence epidemic plaguing our nation.”
— John Larson, U.S. Representative (The Connecticut Mirror)
What’s next
Congress is still working to finalize a bill to provide full-year funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which could bring an additional $10 million in earmarks to Connecticut.
The takeaway
This influx of federal earmarks represents a return to a more regular appropriations process in Congress, allowing Connecticut to invest in critical infrastructure, affordable housing, and community initiatives after a period of budget uncertainty and government shutdowns.
