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HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has vetoed a bill that would have blocked the Connecticut Board of Regents for Higher Education from closing any campus or manufacturing programs without legislative approval.
The Democrat on Monday called such changes to the board's operations "inappropriate."
The legislation stemmed from the board's decision to close the Meriden branch of Middlesex Community College and a manufacturing program, in response to Malloy's proposed budget. The board later reversed its decision following the bill's passage.
Malloy said he understands and shares concerns about the sudden closure. However, he said "the matter is now resolved."
Also, Malloy said current law requires any campus closure be approved by two-thirds of the board and the General Assembly be notified. He said the board is best positioned to make such decisions.
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