Have you ever wondered what it’s like to compete at Stafford Motor Speedway? In my latest edition of Behind the Vail, I was able to tour Todd Owen’s shop in Somers. Owen is the defending SK Modified champion and will be competing in the Spring Sizzler, which runs from Saturday, April 27^th, to Sunday, April 28^th. 

Check out the video below for a full tour of his shop and a rundown of the SK Modified class. 

At the Spring Sizzler I will be collecting diapers as part of the Stafford Diaper Drive. The…

I am excited to announce the Stafford Diaper Drive! In partnership with Stafford Family Resource Center, we have several community partners that will be accepting donations. The locations include Stafford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Stafford Public Library, Johnson Memorial Hospital, and Stafford Motor Speedway. Donations will be collected from Monday, April 8, to Sunday, April 28 (weekend of the Spring Sizzler).

Details on drop locations are below. Boxes and drop areas are only accessible during business…

April is World Autism Month. Join us in spreading awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), what resources are available, and to dismantle negative stigma that can be associated with it. Our caucus will continue to strive to craft policies, similar to P.A. 23-137 that eliminated wait lists for services and expanded autism Medicaid waivers, that promote a more inclusive society.

Resources available:

>>>DPH, Connecticut Collaborative to Improve Autism Services (Click Here)

>>>DSS, Autism Spectrum…

STAFFORD – State Rep. Kurt Vail (R-52) attended the ribbon cutting of Stafford Springs newest auto dealership. Stafford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram opened its doors on Friday, March 22, providing an excellent selection of Jeeps, trucks, and SUVs.

“I appreciated the invitation to cut the ribbon for one of Stafford’s newest businesses. This is an asset to our community, anytime a company invests in our town, it’s something to celebrate. If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, swing by Stafford Chrysler…

Hartford – Republicans unveiled several ways in which the state can begin to address the rate hike adjustment proposals that have recently been requested by Connecticut’s energy utilities. These rate hikes come at time when residents and businesses are facing record-setting levels of inflation.

You can watch the news conference by clicking here.

The proposals aim to:

• limit all future Power Purchase Agreements so that no contract can be for more than 100% over the wholesale electric market price

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Picture (from left to right): Michelle Lemoi, Carmen Barker, both representing Stafford’s Division 5, LLC, and State Rep. Kurt Vail testify before the General Law committee on Thursday, February 22.

Hartford – State Rep. Kurt Vail (R-Stafford) testified alongside Division 5, LLC’s Carmen Barker, and Michelle Lemoi, in support of legislation being considered by the General Law Committee. The proposed law would require timely payments for completed work that has been sub-contracted to the locally…

Have you ever wondered what it takes to craft hard cider? I had the opportunity to visit Stafford Cidery in beautiful downtown Stafford as part of my “Behind the Vail” series. This series is dedicated to highlighting the local businesses of the 52^nd District.

Dan and Jodi opened the cidery 7 years ago, and it has since grown into a local landmark. I appreciated the time they took out of their schedules to show me how they craft their cider. To achieve a variety of flavors, certain ingredients are…

I visited Worthington Vineyards & Winery in Somers in my most recent “Behind the Vail” segment. Behind the Vail is a short video series that showcases businesses across the 52nd District. I was impressed by the world-class operation run by the Murdoch Family and the high quality product that is locally crafted in our neck of the woods.

During my visit to the winery, I had the opportunity to learn about the wine-making process, tour the grounds, and taste some of the best local wine in Connecticut.…