February 24, 2012

Rep. Yaccarino Named to Veterans’ Committee

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During a regular meeting at the Legislative office Building recently, State Representative Dave Yaccarino (R-87) began his service on the legislature’s Select Committee on Veterans’ Affairs.

Rep. Yaccarino, who served in the U.S. Naval Reserve, was appointed to fill a vacancy on the committee by House Minority leader Larry Cafero. The Veterans’ Committee is responsible for reporting on any bill it deems necessary concerning military and veterans’ affairs.

“I am deeply honored to have been chosen to serve on the Veterans’ Affairs Committee,” Rep. Yaccarino said. “As a veteran of our armed forces I have a strong connection to the men and women who have served, and are currently serving, our country and I believe this committee assignment will allow me to impact their lives in a truly meaningful way.”

Statement from State Rep. Dave Yaccarino on PURA Chair Reappointment

“Governor Lamont’s reappointment of Marissa Gillett as PURA Chair is a mistake. Connecticut families are struggling with high electric costs, and they deserve leadership that delivers results and tells the truth. During her reconfirmation hearing, I asked Chair Gillett directly about the deleted text messages tied to an ongoing legal matter. I didn’t get a […]

July 1, 2025

Representative Dave Yaccarino Helps Pass New Law to Support Families of Fallen First Responders

HARTFORD – State Representative Dave Yaccarino (R-87) is proud to announce the passage of a new bipartisan law that provides critical support to the families of Connecticut’s first responders who lose their lives in the line of duty. Representative Yaccarino co-sponsored Senate Bill 1239, which renames the Fallen Officer Fund to the Fallen Officer and […]

June 27, 2025