State Representative District 121
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Joseph Gresko
(Dem)
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Rafael Irizarry
(Rep)
Please provide a brief biographical statement to introduce yourself to the voters. (600 Characters)
What do you see as the key issue(s) facing our district and the state in the next legislative session, and if elected, what specific steps would you take to address? (950 character limit)
What legislative committees have you served on, or would you seek to serve on if elected, and what accomplishments or priorities would you bring to those roles? (950 character limit)
Recent state grants have helped fund local school projects and infrastructure improvements in our community. If elected, how would you work to ensure our district continues to receive strong state support for future capital projects while balancing statewide fiscal priorities? (950 character limit)
How should Connecticut balance the need for more housing — including affordable and workforce housing — with local control over zoning, neighborhood character and infrastructure capacity? (950 character limit)
Connecticut residents continue to face high electricity rates and overall cost-of-living pressures. What specific actions would you support in Hartford to reduce household costs while maintaining reliable public services? (950 character limit)
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