Politics & Government

Rep. Jack Fazzino Sworn In For First Term At State Capitol

The Democrat will represent the 83rd House District, which covers parts of Berlin, Cheshire and Meriden.

Press release from Connecticut House Democrats:

Jan. 9, 2023

Democratic State Representative Jack Fazzino was sworn in Wednesday at the State Capitol for his first term representing the 83rd District, which covers parts of Berlin, Cheshire and Meriden.

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The swearing-in ceremony occurred in the House chamber on the Opening Day of the 2023 Legislative Session.

"I am humbled that I get to represent the residents of the 83rd District because this community is my home, and there isn't anything I wouldn't do for it," said Rep. Fazzino. "I will take a constituent-centered approach to represent the 83rd because that's the most important thing when you're elected to office, you're elected to represent everybody, and I understand and embrace that."

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Rep. Fazzino will serve as Vice Chair of the Commerce Committee and as a member of the General Law and Public Safety and Security Committees for the 2023 Legislative Session. He was also appointed as an Assistant Majority Leader.

"My committee assignments are inspiring, including working to grow Connecticut's economy as Vice Chair of the Commerce Committee," said Rep. Fazzino. "I look forward to building consensus through teamwork and collaboration while working closely with diverse individuals who may share different values, perspectives and lived experiences."

Rep. Fazzino is a lifelong Berlin resident and is a practicing attorney with Cohen and Wolf in Bridgeport.


This press release was produced by Connecticut House Democrats. The views expressed here are the author's own.