State
Comptroller
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: The comptroller pays the state's bills, runs state employee payroll and benefits and reports on state finances.
Taxes & budget
Jennifer S. TookerRepublican
- Supports fully funding retiree benefit obligations
Sean ScanlonDemocratic/Working Families/Independent Party
- Led municipal and disability pension reforms
Public safety
Jennifer S. TookerRepublican
No documented position found.
Sean ScanlonDemocratic/Working Families/Independent Party
- Led creation of fund for families of fallen first responders
Economy & jobs
Jennifer S. TookerRepublican
- Supports running government with household-style fiscal discipline
Sean ScanlonDemocratic/Working Families/Independent Party
- Led expansion of MyCTSavings small business retirement program
Health & human services
Jennifer S. TookerRepublican
No documented position found.
Sean ScanlonDemocratic/Working Families/Independent Party
- Led creation of the state prescription drug discount card
Government & transparency
Jennifer S. TookerRepublican
- Pledges independent oversight of state finances as Comptroller
Sean ScanlonDemocratic/Working Families/Independent Party
No documented position found.
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