Connecticut House GOP

    State Representative

    Lezlye Zupkus
    AboutContactNewsroomDistrict MapLegislationSign Up for Texts!
    Connecticut House GOP

    State Representative

    Lezlye Zupkus
    Connecticut House Republicans

    Fighting for Connecticut's families and businesses with common-sense solutions.

    FacebookXInstagramYouTube

    Caucus Resources

    • Leadership Team
    • Caucus Members
    • House Republicans
    • Caucus Newsroom
    • Media Inquiries

    Legislative Resources

    • Bill & Document Search
    • Bill Information Search
    • Legislative Committees

    Documents & Surveys

    • OLR Major Public Acts 2023

    Government

    • Departments & Agencies
    • Governor's Office
    • State Budget
    • State Checkbook

    Contact Us

    Legislative Office Building, Room 4200
    300 Capitol Avenue
    Hartford, CT 06106

    860-240-8700
    800-842-1423

    Contact page

    Citizen Guide

    • 2021 Redistricting Project
    • About Connecticut
    • How to Testify
    February 13, 2020

    Legislators Recognize Local Woman in Manufacturing

    Legislators Recognize Local Woman in Manufacturing
    This article was archived from the previous WordPress site. Formatting and media should be close, but may not match the original post perfectly.

    PROSPECT- State Rep. Lezlye Zupkus (R-89) and Sen. Rob Sampson (R-16) presented an official state citation to the new President Prospect Machine Products, Inc. Karen McWhirt this week.

    Karen McWhirt, President of Prospect Machine Products, Inc., received the 2019 Women of Excellence in Manufacturing Award by the Precision Metal Association (PMA). This annual award is conducted by the PMA and is published in the organization’s magazine, Metal Forming. Manufacturing companies submit nominations from which the PMA selects women who represent outstanding accomplishments in manufacturing.

    Ms. McWhirt joined Prospect Machine Products in 2012 and has directed the company’s administrative, human relations, finance, purchasing, scheduling, and inventory control functions. On December 1st, she was appointed President of the company, succeeding Richard Laurenzi, now Chairman.

    Latest Posts

    Rep. Zupkus Honored with Champion of Open Government Award

    Rep. Zupkus Honored with Champion of Open Government Award

    HARTFORD – State Representative Lezlye Zupkus (R-89th) has been recognized by the Connecticut Council on Freedom of Information with its prestigious Champion of Open Government Award, presented during the Council’s annual awards ceremony held Tuesday evening at the Hartford Club. The award honors individuals who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to upholding Connecticut’s Freedom of […]

    September 10, 2025
    Rep. Zupkus to Hold Office Hours in Bethany

    Rep. Zupkus to Hold Office Hours in Bethany

    BETHANY – Residents are invited to in-district office hours with State Representative Lezlye Zupkus (R-89) on Wednesday, Sept. 17 at the Country Corner Restaurant (756 Amity Rd., Bethany). The office hours will run from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. This event is an opportunity to meet for casual conversation and talk with Rep. Zupkus about any […]

    September 3, 2025