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…

Connecticut’s largest business organization recognized State Representative Dave Yaccarino with a perfect voting score on key bills impacting Connecticut’s economic growth and business climate during the 2023 legislative session.

The Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA) ranked all state lawmakers based on their support for the business community’s positions on 10 important policies. The bills all affect job creation, small business growth and economic stability in Connecticut.

The…

I wanted to remind you that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase breast cancer awareness and education, while also promoting research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis and treatment.

I am proud to help spread the word about the importance of this cause, which is meaningful to so many families in our community.

Please get regular medical checkups and mammograms and contact medical professionals if you have questions or concerns. If you have not yet scheduled…

NORTH HAVEN – On Tuesday October 17^th, State Representative Dave Yaccarino visited North Haven High School to speak with juniors and seniors in Civics and United States History classes taught by Mr. Bryan Smith.

Rep. Yaccarino offered the students insight on the daily life of a state representative, his history serving the people of North Haven, and how his role fits into the complicated landscape of local, state, and federal government issues – and even sometimes global.

“I absolutely cherish the…

HARTFORD – State Rep. Dave Yaccarino (R-87) on Wednesday highlighted a new, lesser-known provision in the two-year state budget that provides more financial support for the families of law enforcement officers who are killed in the line of duty.

The biennium budget signed by Gov. Lamont in June allocated $500,000 in each of fiscal years 2024 and 2025 to create the Fallen Officer Fund, an initiative proposed by House Republicans in the 2023 legislative session. The bill became an element of budget…