PROUDLY SERVING THE 35TH DISTRICT
State Senator Jeff Gordon
Dr. Jeff Gordon, elected in 2022, represents Connecticut’s 35th District. He serves as a Ranking Member on the Planning & Development and Veterans’ Affairs Committees, and is a member of the Appropriations, Public Health, and Public Safety Committees. As one of only two medical doctors in the Connecticut legislature, “Doctor-Senator” is known for his work on health insurance reform as well as healthcare affordability and accessibility, especially for rural communities.
FEATURED STORY
Sen. Gordon Applauds $50,000 Grant to Strengthen Farm-to-School Programs in Ashford
HARTFORD – State Senator Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock) today applauded the Connecticut Department of Agriculture’s (DoAg) announcement of a $50,000 investment through the CT Grown for CT Kids Grant program, which will support innovative farm-to-school projects in Ashford.
“The people of Connecticut want common sense, a fair deal, and their state government to work for them. They know what is best for their families and them. My goal is to take this message to the Capitol for you, working to deliver solutions that make your lives better.”
UPCOMING EVENTS
Virtual Office Hours with Senator Gordon
I continue to be out and about in the 35th District. Recently, I talked with the Thompson and Stafford Planning and Zoning Commissions about the housing bill (H.B. 8002) that passed in the special session. Gov. Lamont signed it.
I discussed my work on housing affordability and my hands-on experience knowing land use and housing issues during my 15 years as Chairman of Woodstock’s PZC.
We also discussed the good, the bad, and the ugly about H.B. 8002, and what I have been doing.
- Getting more money for realistic housing initiatives, needed public infrastructure projects, and public transportation.
- Protecting your rights for local decision-making about your community (you know best about your town, not state bureaucrats).
- Opposing unfunded state mandates (you pay for these with higher property taxes).
- Opposing unfair, unrealistic housing quotas forced onto your town.
- Fighting against efforts that hurt public safety, health, welfare, the environment, and agriculture.
- Upholding the character and quality of life of your community.
I advocated for a smarter, common-sense way to help more people. But H.B. 8002 isn't that, and it misses the mark. I voted against it while working to make it better. The Senate Democrats voted against my amendments to the bill, including voting against helping disabled veterans get housing opportunities. That’s wrong!
There’s a better way. I’ll keep fighting for it and working with you to help our towns.
This past Friday, I joined State Representative Tim Ackert and Coventry town officials to celebrate Barbie Pleasant’s 30 years of owning and running The Worn Yesterday Shoppe —a big milestone! I was proud to present a state citation. Thank you, Barbie, for all that you do; it’s truly appreciated.
Stop by 1366 Main St. in Coventry, Tues–Sat, 10 AM–5 PM. Lots of great clothing and accessories, especially for holiday gifts!
Today is National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. 84 years ago, in 1941, an unprovoked military attack by Japan on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, claimed the lives of 2,403 U.S. military personnel and civilians. Also on December 7th, 1941, the U.S. military was also attacked on Guam, Wake Island, and the Phillipines. The next day, Midway Island was attacked. These attacks propelled the U.S. directly into the tragic conflict of World War II. President Franklin Roosevelt spoke before the Congress on December 8th, 1941. www.ushistory.org/documents/infamy.htm The Congress voted that same day to declare war on Japan and FDR signed the joint resolution of war. On December 11th, 1941, Germany declared war on the U.S. Much sacrifice by people all across the U.S., in partnership with Allied forces, who strongly and bravely defended freedom. May we remember their courage and honor them by what we do today to fight for all of our liberties, all of our rights, and all of our freedoms.🇺🇸