NORTH HAVEN – On Thursday, March 28^th, State Rep. Dave Yaccarino presented the winner of his annual Women’s History Month Essay Contest with a special state citation.

Virginia Tupper, a sixth-grade student at North Haven Middle School, was selected by her teachers as the winner of Rep. Yaccarino’s annual contest, acknowledging the excellence of her essay celebrating Ruth A. Lucas.

Participants were asked to write an essay on the prompt, “Important Women in Connecticut’s History and How Their Contributions…

This Wednesday, there will be two important public hearings debating key issues in Connecticut. I encourage you to register to speak or submit testimony.

 ELECTION SECURITY: With cases of fraud Bridgeport putting Connecticut’s elections on the national stage, it is overdue to sure up the integrity of our state’s elections. House Republicans’ proposal – SB 390 – is a mandatory one-year jail sentence for anyone convicted of criminal election law violations.

 Register to speak: https://tinyurl.com/mr2575m5…

It was a pleasure this week to join a few of Mr. Smith’s classes at North Haven High School and speak with Civics and United States History students. They were engaged and had excellent questions, ranging from a day in the life of a state legislator to my outlook on some national issues. Thank you all for having me!

HARTFORD – On Thursday February 16, 2024, State Representative Dave Yaccarino (R-North Haven) led the Executive & Legislative Nominations Committee in a public hearing to further the nomination of Ronnell Higgins as Commissioner of the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP).

“I believe that Governor Lamont made a tremendous choice to nominate Ronnell Higgins as Commissioner of DESPP. His education, experience, and empathy uniquely qualify him to take on the challenges of an…

HARTFORD — On Wednesday, February 7th, State Rep. Dave Yaccarino returned to the State Capitol in Hartford to open the 2024 Legislative Session. Members of the House of Representatives and Senate were welcomed back to renew their commitment to serving the people of Connecticut. Governor Lamont joined a joint legislature in the House Chamber to deliver his annual budget address and outline his vision and priorities for this session.

Rep. Yaccarino says that it is an honor to serve the 87th Assembly…

North Haven – on Monday, February 5^th, State Representative Dave Yaccarino joined North Haven Police Sergeant Maurice Martin for a ride–along on his morning patrol. This is the latest installment in an annual tradition for Rep. Yaccarino, citing an ongoing positive relationship with the North Haven Police Department and all local public safety and emergency personnel.

“It is so important that our law enforcement is supported by their state lawmakers, and by joining Sgt. Martin on his patrol this…

On Monday January 21^st, State Rep. Dave Yaccarino (R-North Haven) was among legislators chosen to speak at the BioCT Legislative Breakfast hosted by Alexion Pharmaceuticals in New Haven. Attendees included leaders and members of the bioscience and STEM communities from Connecticut, New York, and Massachusetts.

“Promoting the sciences in Connecticut has always been one of my top priorities as a legislator. From the day I was elected, I committed to help shape our state into a hub for bioscience and…

NORTH HAVEN – In response to recent public safety concerns in North Haven, State Representative Dave Yaccarino and State Senator Paul Cicarella will join leadership from the North Haven Police Department to facilitate a community conversation on public safety.

North Haven Recreational Center

7 Linsley Street

Wednesday, January 10^th

6:30 – 8:00 PM

The event is free and open to the public. Residents and their families are encouraged to attend and foster a positive and informational discussion about…

NORTH HAVEN – On Monday December 11^th, State Representative Dave Yaccarino concluded a winter clothing drive for local veterans and families. Rep. Yaccarino partnered with Columbus House to organize donation sites at various businesses throughout North Haven. The effort focused on providing homeless and insecure veterans in the North Haven area with new winter essentials, like hats, gloves, and warm underwear.

“Each year, we are overwhelmed by the generosity of our neighbors to support the most vulnerable…