Taxes
Proposes lower state income-tax rates and caps on property-tax increases.
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THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Ryan Fazio
Candidate for Governor · Connecticut
Running mate: Matt Corey
THE PERSON
Background
Ryan Fazio is a Connecticut state senator with a professional background in energy, agriculture and shipping. He was born in Norwalk, raised in Greenwich and previously served in Greenwich town government.
Roots
- Roots: Norwalk and Greenwich, Connecticut
- Career: Energy, agriculture and shipping
- Public service: Connecticut State Senate; Greenwich Representative Town Meeting and Energy Efficiency Committee
Education
- Northwestern University · degree in economics
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THE POLICIES
Where they stand
Campaign promises are labeled separately from past actions. These are sourced positions, not endorsements or predictions. No stance is assigned from party affiliation.
Climate & energy
Proposes lowering electricity bills by ending certain charges and mandates and expanding reliable supply.
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Supports additional housing supply while preserving municipal zoning authority.
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Opposes long-term property- and sales-tax exemptions for large data centers.
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Supports changes to the 2020 police-accountability legislation, tighter parole rules for violent offenders and proactive policing.
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Supports streamlined veteran services, license recognition and better employment access.
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Supports stronger literacy standards, teacher development, school choice and student-centered funding.
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Ballot & sources
Governor · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 28, 2026.
Connecticut Secretary of the State · November 3, 2026 official sample ballot, Hartford, page 1 ↗The candidate’s name and party follow the official ballot source. Backgrounds and issue positions are checked separately. A candidate is not an officeholder-elect unless a verified result establishes that status.