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. Jeff is Co-Chairman of the Rural Caucus. As one of only two medical doctors in the Connecticut legislature, “Doctor-Senator” Jeff is known for his work on health insurance reform, prescription drug pricing, patient care access, and healthcare affordability, especially for people in rural communities. Dr. Jeff’s motto is Common Sense, highlights his work as a State Senator.
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Tolland Legislative Delegation Issues Response to Judicial Branch Decision Regarding Juvenile Detention Facility
TOLLAND – State Representative Tammy Nuccio, State Representative Tim Ackert, State Senator Jeff Gordon, and Tolland Town Manager Brian Foley issued the following response welcoming the decision by the Connecticut Judicial Branch to pursue an alternative location outside of Tolland for its proposed juvenile detention facility.
“This is a major win for the residents of Tolland,” the delegation said in a joint statement. “From the moment this proposal came to light, our focus has been clear: ensuring the voices and concerns of our community were heard and respected.”
“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.”
Recently I presented a state citation to Sara Introvigne Kelley for her community service on Stafford’s Board of Education, including time as Chair. Thank you Sara for your strong work for the public schools and school kids of Stafford. It’s appreciated!
Today is National Doctors Day! Thank you to all doctors for helping the sick, keeping people healthy, and being a source of extraordinary caring. As a physician for 33 years and as a Past President of the CT State Medical Society, I know first hand and appreciate what doctors do. As a “Doctor State Senator” in CT, I’m proud to be an advocate for health care, health care professionals, and health care workers across the senate district and state.
GO HUSKIES!!!
Awesome win.
Onto the Final Four.